Rising Homelessness in Edinburgh Amid Accommodation Challenges Overview Edinburgh sees homelessness rise. The council struggles to supply temporary shelter. Statistics show that half the requests for short-term housing fall without support. People sleep on streets as options drop. Rising Demand for Temporary Accommodation In March, the council left 750 requests unsatisfied. That figure makes up 57.9% of...
Are Yorkshire Councils Cracking Down on Illegal HMOs? In the UK, investors back houses in multiple occupation. In 2024, over 400,000 HMOs are counted. Many councils in North Yorkshire push to control these homes. They aim to keep rents safe and properties sound. This text lays out what these rules mean for landlords and investors. Understanding Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) HMOs are homes where...
Fines for Unlicensed HMOs in Gravesend The council fined two HMOs in Gravesend, Kent. Two properties, not holding a valid licence, received fines that total £27,500. This move shows a firm commitment by local officials to keep housing rules strong and properties safe. Details of the Fines Gravesham Borough Council imposed a £10,000 fine on a landlord who ran an unlicensed HMO on Granville Road. A...
New Licensing Scheme Aims to Upgrade HMO Standards in Brighton and Hove The authority launches a licensing scheme to control rental standards. A licensing measure takes effect on 1 July 2024. The measure links directly to Houses in Multiple Occupation in Brighton and Hove. It targets smaller HMOs that span two or more storeys and hold three to four occupants, where each word connects closely to the...
Understanding Council Tax on Second Homes in the UK: What You Need to Know Property we own connects to tax. Investment and tax join in a second home. Law changes hit tax in April 2025. The tax for a second home may now double. Council Tax Increases: What to Expect Local councils gain new power. New rules in 2024 allow a 100% tax boost. Homes not used as a main place face this tax jump. An average bill may...
Approval Granted for Large House in Multiple Occupation in Hull Local planning authorities have approved the plan to change a former office on Beverley Road in Hull into a House in Multiple Occupation. The planning team granted permission after a first try was rejected last March. Project Overview The plan gives the HMO 32 bedrooms with en-suite facilities. The design spans three floors and supplies needed...
Bolton Implements Tighter Regulations for Houses in Multiple Occupation Bolton sees a rapid change. Local authorities note a jump in HMOs. In 2021, there were 117 HMOs. By the end of 2024, that number may reach 720. The council now sets new, firm rules to keep this change in check. The Rise of HMOs in Bolton Since 2010, UK law allowed single-family homes to shift to HMOs. Owners made these changes without...
Landlord Fined for Illegal Conversion of Bungalow into Overcrowded HMO A landlord converted a modest bungalow and made it an unsafe, overcrowded HMO. Local officials fined him 12,000 pounds; inspectors found serious rule breaks. This case stands as a sign to those who view rental property as a field for investment in HMOs. Illegitimate Transformation A three-bedroom bungalow on St Pauls Road, Egham, Surrey...
Local Concerns Rise Over New HMO Proposal in Acocks Green Residents live on Botteville Road in Acocks Green. They speak up against a plan. The plan works to change a family home into a five-bedroom HMO. Residents feel that HMOs hurt local community ties and living standards. Community Voices Against HMO Conversion Several local residents speak out. They fear that one more family home turning into an HMO...
Shelter Scotland Demands New Leadership Amid Homelessness Dispute In Edinburgh, a housing charity raises concerns over the council’s approach to homelessness and the handling of HMOs. The group calls for new council leadership as pressure mounts over policy choices that may worsen the housing crisis. Dispute Overview Shelter Scotland stands firm against the City of Edinburgh Council’s homelessness...
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