HMO Reporter

In an exciting development for landlords across Yorkshire, Foundation Home Loans has announced refreshed Buy to Let Specials, effective from November 12,2024. These new offerings are designed to cater to a variety of borrowers with competitive interest rates that promise to enhance affordability for landlords managing their property portfolios. The revised product range is segmented into two main tiers:...

A controversial proposal to convert the Kent House Nursing Home in Broadstairs into a House of Multiple Occupation (HMO) has drawn significant community opposition as local councillors prepare to discuss the plans. The application, submitted by N & I Holdings Limited, aims to transform the existing nursing home, which accommodates up to 25 residents, into a facility with 21 individual rooms. The proposal...

Aamer Shah’s recent planning application with Trafford Council aims to significantly alter the landscape of Barton Road, Stretford, transforming a modest two-bedroom semi-detached home into a substantial ten-bedroom house of multiple occupation (HMO). This ambitious project is designed not just to expand residential capacity but to address community concerns regarding anti-social behaviour and noise,...

In a decisive move to tackle the growing homelessness crisis in the city, the City of Edinburgh Council announced an initiative to relocate hundreds of individuals currently housed in unlicensed temporary accommodations, such as hotels and guesthouses, by the end of November2024. This plan emerges against the backdrop of a sharp increase in homelessness, with figures rising from 3,570 in 2020 to over 5,000...

Recently, the streets of Southampton have become a hotbed of confusion as unauthorized DIY double yellow lines have appeared on Howard Road, specifically across the driveway of a house in multiple occupation (HMO). These markings, which mimic official parking restrictions, have led to mixed reactions among residents and have raised questions about their legality and enforcement. As Southampton City Council...

A proposed conversion of the former Kent House Nursing Home in Broadstairs into a House of Multiple Occupation (HMO) has ignited a wave of controversy within the local community. The application, submitted by Mr. Inderjeet Singh Toot of N & I Holdings Limited, seeks to transform the operational care facility into a 21-bed HMO, which would require only minor alterations to the existing structure. Despite...

In a significant move reflecting local concerns about overcrowding and community integrity, the Belfast City Council has denied planning permission for the conversion of two houses on Ponsonby Avenue into Houses of Multiple Occupation (HMOs). This decision, influenced greatly by Sinn Féin representatives, highlights a growing trend of community opposition to HMOs in North Belfast, where four such...

In a strategic move to bolster support for landlords across Yorkshire and beyond, Foundation Home Loans has revamped its Buy-to-Let Specials. Starting from November 12, 2024, the new offerings are designed to cater to a diverse range of landlords, from those with strong credit histories to those managing specialist properties and dealing with credit challenges. The revised specials include competitive...

In a significant move to tackle local housing demands, Aamer Shah has submitted a proposal to Trafford Council for the transformation of a two-bedroom property into a ten-bed house of multiple occupation (HMO) on Barton Road, Stretford. This project aims not only to increase housing availability but also to address community apprehensions regarding potential disturbances and anti-social behavior. Key...

The City of Edinburgh Council has announced significant reforms in its approach to accommodation for the homeless, declaring a firm commitment to end the use of unlicensed hotels and bed and breakfasts (B&Bs) by the end of December. This decision comes as a response to legal concerns regarding the safety and regulatory compliance of the accommodations where over 700 households currently reside. These...