Proposed HMO Development on Manchester Road Sparks Mixed Reactions

Plans have been submitted to change a house on Manchester Road in Bury. The plan makes it an eight-bed shared home (HMO). It meets a growing need for rental homes that suit shared living. It serves young professionals, students, and workers who move often.

Details of the Application

The plan turns the two-storey terraced house into an HMO. It adds a loft with a rear dormer and a front roof light. The design pairs rooms close to create clear links for life at home. On the ground floor, there are two bedrooms with their own bathrooms and a large area that houses the kitchen, dining, and living spaces. On the first floor, four bedrooms come with their own baths. Two more bedrooms join the new loft space.

The design also gives the rear yard a role. It holds built-in bench seating alongside places for bin storage and bikes. The plan does not include a car park. It states the area is well served by public transport because it is near Bury town centre.

Location and Accessibility

The site sits in a row of terraced homes, close to Whitehead Garden, Bury Tower Clock, and Holy Cross College. The plan shows that the council has approved similar changes before. One seven-bed HMO sits nearby, and other similar changes appear on Knowsley Street. Past approvals add weight to this plan. The application shows that the house sits near a busy road and close to cycle routes, shops, and leisure areas. This makes the spot a fitting place for an HMO.

Community Response

Some local people share their worries. A neighbour objects because parking is a constant challenge. They point out that families have lived here for many years. The neighbour fears that new HMOs will add to parking problems.

The resident said:
"There is already a seven-bed HMO next door to me, so another eight-bed HMO next door but one would create parking havoc… My car is constantly being blocked in by inconsiderate people parking in front of the garage door."

This comment shows that some locals feel new HMOs may hurt the feel of their community.

Next Steps

The council now reviews the plan. A decision will come in the next few weeks. The choice will look at how the new home meets the need for shared housing while hearing local worries about parking and community life.

Conclusion

The HMO plan on Manchester Road in Bury shows how housing needs change in urban life. Many back shared living that fits current lifestyles. At the same time, local homeowners ask to protect their community feel. The council’s decision may affect both the area and future housing changes near here.

For investors who eye HMO ideas, this plan shows both the chance and the challenge of such projects. The focus on the place, ease of reach, and community voice will count for the move to succeed.

Sources

• Bury Times
• Construction of new £15m housing development in Bury begins
• Government on Housing in England

This article pulls together the latest on HMOs in the Bury area, giving a clear view for local folks and those who might invest.