Growing Pressure to Regulate HMOs as Concerns Rise Among Manchester Residents The trend in Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) grows fast across Greater Manchester. Many residents now fear their impact. The change brings lower living costs for some. It sparks a call for local rules to keep the feel of neighbourhoods intact. The Rise of HMOs and Its Implications The need for HMOs grows as rent and living...
New House Shares in Guildford: A Shift in Community Dynamics Family homes now change into HMOs at a growing pace. Residents on Applegarth Avenue in Guildford worry that this shift may change their community's feel. The Borough Council approved four HMO applications. Long-time residents now think about the future of their street. Residents Voice Their Concerns At the council meeting on 17 July, local...
Takeaway Voucher Claims Urge Probe by Brighton and Hove City Council Council Under Review for Planning Application Brighton and Hove City Council now looks into claims. A local developer gave takeaway vouchers so people post kind words about their planning bid. WSE Property Services Ltd, led by John Wright, 48, and Holly Wright, 49, seeks to change its family home at 47 Eastbrook Road, Portslade into a...
Community Triumph as Birmingham Planners Reject HMO Application Birmingham City Council rejects a plan to change a three-bedroom house on Mason Road into a five-bedroom shared home. The local community unites behind their stand. Almost 400 residents sign a petition and over 50 neighbours join protests. The council’s choice gives many a sense of relief. Community Outcry Erdington MP Paulette Hamilton...
Council Tax Changes for Second Homes in England: What You Need to Know From April 2025, owners of second homes in England may see their council tax bills rise. New rules let local authorities add a high tax premium on properties that are not the main home. The change began at the start of 2024 and will affect property investors. This matters most for those who wish to buy second homes or HMOs. The New...
Maidstone Council Launches Consultation on New Rules to Regulate Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) Maidstone Council starts a public talk on new rules for Houses in Multiple Occupation. The council acts to solve problems that HMOs cause in the town. The move targets areas such as Fant and nearby districts. Residents face issues like parking jams and extra waste. Understanding Houses in Multiple...
Understanding Yahoo and Its Cookie Policy: What You Need to Know Yahoo stands as a strong mark in the digital world. It runs many sites and apps under the Yahoo family of brands. These include Yahoo, AOL, and Yahoo Advertising. Web users see many sites and apps that share data and show news, sports, and more. At the heart of these sites is the use of cookies. The Yahoo Family of Brands Yahoo runs many...
Urgent Move for Edinburgh's Homeless: A Shift from Unlawful B&Bs and Hotels Edinburgh, Scotland – The City of Edinburgh Council has set a plan to move hundreds of homeless people out of unlicensed temporary housing. Many live in B&Bs and hotels without a valid license. The council worries about health risks and safety gaps in these places. Background: The Rise of Temporary Accommodation Temporary...
Plans Submitted for New 8-Bed HMO on Manchester Road, Bury Plans have been submitted to turn a house into an eight-bedroom HMO on Manchester Road, Bury. The application seeks to change a two-storey terraced home. It meets a growing need for shared living among local professionals and students. The Application Details The council received the plan. The plan shows a two-storey house that will become an HMO....
Shelter Scotland Demands Accountability from Edinburgh Leaders Amid Homelessness Policy Controversy Edinburgh's Homelessness Crisis Stirs Discontent Shelter Scotland demands that Edinburgh Council change its leadership. The charity reports that the council mishandles policies for homelessness. It claims council choices hurt the rights of people without homes. Edinburgh faces the second-highest rate of...
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