New 10-Bed HMO Development Proposed for Week Street, Maidstone Introduction Maidstone sees a change in its housing scene. TA Property Investments Ltd has put forward plans for a four-storey HMO on a landlocked site behind Merkur Slots on Week Street. The developer, Ajay Kundra, leads the plan. The building must cope with a lack of direct vehicle access. Local residents and council members share concerns...
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Large HMO in Beverley Road, Hull Approved at Second Attempt The council approved a plan to change a former office into a 32-bed house in multiple occupation (HMO). The plan came after an earlier version was dropped in March of last year. This decision may shift the housing scene in Hull. Background of the Proposal The site sits at 337-341 Beverley Road. For 40 years, it served the engineering firm Alan...
Neighbours Concerned as HMO Development Breaches Unanimous Community Bonds in Surrey Residents in Sunbury, Surrey, fear that rising Houses of Multiple Occupation (HMOs) weaken the close ties they share. They see a trend from nearby Hounslow and worry their community might follow. One long-term resident, after twenty years in his home, now thinks of selling when a two-bedroom cottage on Vicarage Road is set...
Plans Underway to Transform Chamberlains Building into Housing Facilities Revitalising a Neglected Site The New Testament Church of God has sent plans. It aims to fix the old Chamberlains building in Willenhall. The building has stood empty since 2016. The church plans to turn it into a community hall and a 12-bed HMO. The group seeks to add housing and a shared space for the town. It also seeks to solve...
Landlords Fined Nearly £100,000 for Overcrowded London HMO Following Fatal Fire Two landlords face fines close to £100,000. They pleaded guilty to many housing law breaches. They ran an overcrowded flat in East London. A fire, sparked by a faulty e-bike battery, took a man’s life. The Incident On 5 March 2023, a fire broke out at Maddocks House in Shadwell. The London Fire Brigade responded fast....
Best Mobile Phone Providers in the UK Ranked: What the Latest Survey Reveals A survey from Which? shows changes among UK mobile phone providers. The study looked closely at customer views and service levels. Many top brands did not score as high as many expected. We explain the survey details, discuss your rights, and give simple tips for choosing a mobile plan. The Survey Results: A Wake-Up Call for Major...
House Prices in the UK: Current Trends and What They Mean for Property Investors In the UK housing market, many people study house trends. Investors watch these trends and note how HMOs bring more than one tenant to a home. Landlords and buyers gain clear points to plan with. Overview of the Current Housing Market Recent data from Forbes Advisor UK shows that the property market now sees ups and downs....
UK House Prices Stagnant in March with London Facing Challenges House prices in the UK did not change in March 2025. The market stayed still after a small rise in February. This pause happens while regions show different work. London shows low growth compared to the rest of the country. Nationwide's Findings on House Prices Nationwide Building Society finds that UK homes cost on average £271,316 in March....
The Best Places to Invest in UK Property Now: Insights from Bloomberg Investing property stays a long practice in the UK. Homeownership is high when compared to France and Germany. Many view real estate as a base for safety and growth. If you want to try HMOs or mix your property types, know the market well. Bloomberg experts share ideas on top UK areas for property investments today. Current Property...
Shelter Scotland Calls for Edinburgh Council Leadership Removal Over HMO Dispute Shelter Scotland now asks Edinburgh Council to remove its leaders. They point to how the council manages houses in multiple occupations (HMOs). They also object to a move that would change the rules on homelessness. Shelter Scotland says these actions hurt the city's most vulnerable people. Edinburgh’s Homelessness...