The City of Edinburgh Council has taken decisive action to address the growing crisis of homelessness in the city by unveiling an urgent plan to relocate individuals currently housed in unlicensed temporary accommodations, aiming for completion by the end of November2024. This move comes in response to a significant increase in the number of residents depending on these emergency housing solutions,...
Aamer Shah has submitted an ambitious planning application to Trafford Council seeking to transform a two-bedroom semi-detached house on Barton Road, Stretford, into a multi-bedroom house of multiple occupation (HMO). This proposal aims to address housing demands in the area while incorporating measures designed to mitigate potential anti-social behavior and noise disruptions. Shah asserts that issues...
In a contentious decision, the Somerset Council's planning committee recently greenlit plans for a 30-bed House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) on Friarn Street in Bridgwater. This approval has sparked a backlash from local councillors and residents concerned about potential flood risks posed by the nearby Durleigh Brook, as well as mounting parking problems in the area. Bridgwater Town Council leader Brian...
Residents of Hackney Road in Fant, Maidstone, are enduring renewed disruptions as they face another road closure, just four months after a significant sinkhole incident. In July, a 10-foot deep sinkhole emerged due to a collapsed sewer, forcing the local council to close the road for a month while extensive repairs were conducted. Now, the area is being dug up again by UK Power Networks, following a power...
The proposed transformation of Kent House nursing home into a 21-bed House of Multiple Occupation (HMO) in Broadstairs has sparked significant local opposition, leading to a heated discussion among councillors. With the plan aiming to maintain the core structure of the existing facility while reconfiguring its internal layout, residents have expressed deep concerns regarding the potential loss of a vital...
In a pressing revelation, planning officers within Caerphilly County Borough have disclosed a significant gap in their housing data concerning Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs). The absence of precise statistics on the number of HMOs in the area poses critical challenges for effective housing regulation and community management. As the housing crisis continues to escalate across Wales, the need for...
In November 2024, a controversial planning decision by Somerset Council has garnered significant attention and debate in Bridgwater. The approval of a 30-bed House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) on Friarn Street has raised alarms among local leaders and residents, particularly regarding the potential flooding risks posed by nearby Durleigh Brook. This article explores the concerns raised by community...
In a contentious decision, the Somerset Council's planning committee has given the green light to a 30-bed House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) located on Friarn Street in Bridgwater. This approval has ignited debates among local residents and leaders, particularly regarding heightened flood risks from the nearby Durleigh Brook and inadequate parking facilities. Local leaders such as Bridgwater Town Council...
In a notable development for the Middleton community, an old kitchen showroom on Rochdale Road is set to undergo a significant transformation into a House of Multiple Occupation (HMO). The planning committee has granted approval for the project proposed by Horizon UK Property Group Ltd., which aims to convert the vacant property into a modern residence featuring seven bedrooms. While the developers tout...
In November 2024, significant changes to council tax legislation relevant to second home owners in England are set to take effect from April2025. This new framework enables local councils to impose a tax premium on properties not classified as primary residences, reflecting ongoing concerns about housing availability in high-demand areas. Key Takeaways Starting April 2025, second home owners in...
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