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Concerns Over Community Balance Lead to Rejection of New HMO on Pershore Road in Birmingham

Concerns Over Community Balance Lead to Rejection of New HMO on Pershore Road in Birmingham

Birmingham Council Rejects Proposed HMO Amid Community Concerns Background to the Case Birmingham City Council has declined an application. The property on Pershore Road was to become a seven-bedroom House in Multiple Occupation (HMO). Local people fear an "unbalanced community." This worry has led to more talk about HMOs in the Selly Park area. Residents here already face rising anti-social...

Concerns Rise Over House Shares in Guildford: Residents Fear Loss of Community Character

Concerns Rise Over House Shares in Guildford: Residents Fear Loss of Community Character

New House Shares Raise Concerns Over Community Identity in Guildford Residents on Applegarth Avenue in Guildford worry about new house shares. They see these houses as a move from family homes to rentals. The council approved four new HMOs. This move makes some fear that old family homes will soon be turned into rental flats that change the feel of the area. Shift from Family Homes to HMOs The number of...

Council Probes Allegations of Takeaway Voucher 'Bribery' in Property Planning Applications

Council Probes Allegations of Takeaway Voucher ‘Bribery’ in Property Planning Applications

Takeaway Voucher Allegations Lead to Investigation of Council's Planning Process Introduction Foul play is alleged in a planning process. Brighton and Hove City Council now starts an inquiry. A developer from WSE Property Services Ltd is linked to the claim. Tenants got takeaway vouchers for writing good remarks on a plan. The plan wishes to change a family home into a House in Multiple Occupation...

Historic 19th Century Sheffield Mansion Looks to Transform into Modern Flats

Historic 19th Century Sheffield Mansion Looks to Transform into Modern Flats

Proposal to Convert Historical Sheffield House into Flats A proposal stands to change a well-known Sheffield home. The house is large and shows clear Victorian design. The plan is to create more than 20 new flats. Background of the Property The property stands on Burngreave Road. It was built in the 19th century. It served as a House in Multiple Occupation for about ten years. The building now has 37...

Shelter Scotland Demands Accountability: Calls for Removal of Edinburgh Council Leaders Amid Homelessness Policy Controversy

Shelter Scotland Demands Accountability: Calls for Removal of Edinburgh Council Leaders Amid Homelessness Policy Controversy

Shelter Scotland Demands Removal of Edinburgh Council Leaders Amid Homelessness Policy Dispute Shelter Scotland calls out Edinburgh Council's top leaders. They point to local policies that hurt people without stable homes. In Edinburgh, the crisis grows fast. The city now has the second-highest number of homeless in Scotland, with more than 5,250 households staying in temporary homes. Many live in places...

Gravesend's Crackdown on Unlicensed HMOs: Landlords Face Hefty ÂŁ27,500 Fines

Gravesend’s Crackdown on Unlicensed HMOs: Landlords Face Hefty ÂŁ27,500 Fines

Gravesend Council Fines Unlicensed HMOs Amid Ongoing Crackdown Introduction Gravesham Borough Council has fined two landlords for running unlicensed Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs). The council acts to stop rule breaking in the rental market. The fines reach a total of ÂŁ27,500. This step reminds landlords in Kent to follow license rules that keep homes safe for people. Details of the Fines On...

Impact of Housing Conversions: Residents Consider Selling as HMOs Transform Greater Manchester Neighborhoods

Impact of Housing Conversions: Residents Consider Selling as HMOs Transform Greater Manchester Neighborhoods

The Transformative Impact of Houses in Multiple Occupation in Greater Manchester Houses in Multiple Occupation grow fast in Greater Manchester. The trend brings both chances and worries. Residents and local leaders share their views. A deep need for low-cost homes pushes many to share spaces. This change shifts how neighbours live and work together. Rising Demand for HMOs In Greater Manchester, HMOs grow...

Rising Council Tax on Second Homes: What You Need to Know for 2025

Rising Council Tax on Second Homes: What You Need to Know for 2025

Understanding Council Tax Charges on Second Homes in England: What You Need to Know If you invest in property or own an HMO, learn local tax rules to plan your costs well. New rules on council tax for second homes may change your bills. This guide helps you see the coming tax rises for second homes in England and gives details for HMO and buy-to-let owners. Big Rise in Council Tax for Second Homes Starting...

Transformation of Old Health Centre into 22-Room HMO Sparks Controversy in Shaw

Transformation of Old Health Centre into 22-Room HMO Sparks Controversy in Shaw

Transformation of Former Health Centre into HMO: Controversial Plans in Shaw Plans to change the Crompton Health Centre have been sent to Oldham Council. The centre has been empty since last year. Safina Ghaus and Mehtab Shaukat want to turn it into a House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) with 22 rooms. They say they will make a safe and pleasing place for people. The developers work hard to meet housing...

Dover Approves Controversial HMOs Amid Community Backlash: A Threat to Town Cohesion?

Dover Approves Controversial HMOs Amid Community Backlash: A Threat to Town Cohesion?

Two New HMOs Approved in Dover: Community Concerns Emerge Growing Number of HMOs in Dover The Dover District Council approved two new HMOs on Castle Hill Road and Castle Street. With this change, Dover now has 66 HMOs. Local people and community groups worry that the rise in HMOs harms the town’s links and look. Community Voices: Objections Raised The Dover Society, a local group keen on keeping the...

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