Wolverhampton Council's Rejection of New Shop Proposal Finalised by Government Inspector The council in Wolverhampton rejected the plan for a new shop on Dunstall Road. A government inspector confirmed this final decision. The council first refused the proposal last October. They worried about heavy traffic and not enough parking in an area that already has transport problems. Repeated Attempts for...
Residents Raise Concerns Over New HMO Applications in Guildford By Emily Dalton, Local Democracy Reporter Residents of Applegarth Avenue in Guildford share deep concern. The council approved plans that change family homes into houses in multiple occupation (HMOs). Local applications passed on 17 July. The change may shift the look and feel of the neighbourhood. Growing Number of HMOs The quiet street sits...
Local Objections to New HMO Plans in Wigan: Community Concerns Mount A plan sits on the desk. Andrew Lyon from Winstanley Property Ltd has proposed to change a five-bedroom house on Dicconson Street into an HMO. The town center lies near the house. The plan calls for up to five residents to live in the semi-detached building in Swinley. Local residents have quickly filed their objections on the council’s...
Edinburgh's Temporary Accommodation Crisis: Unlicensed HMOs at Risk of Closure Edinburgh City Council faces a steep rise in short-term housing needs. Homeless people now live in places without proper licenses, and they may have to leave Edinburgh soon. The deadline is 30 November. The council now works to fix a problem that grew during the Covid-19 outbreak. The Current Housing Situation Edinburgh has seen...
New Regulations on House in Multiple Occupation Conversions Proposed in Maidstone Maidstone Borough Council shows new rules. The council sees many homes change without proper permission. Family homes now turn into HMOs. The council wants to control these home changes to fix local issues. It also aims to manage areas where HMOs are growing fast. Understanding HMOs in Maidstone HMOs are homes for tenants who...
Prime Residential Property Prices Set for Decline in Major Global Cities Borrowing Costs Cause Concern Among Investors A new report from Savills Plc shows that prime residential property markets in many top cities will drop in price this year. The report names Hong Kong, London, and San Francisco among several cities that face a price fall. Rising borrowing costs weigh on investor mood. A Widespread Trend...
Surge in US Investment Predicted for UK Property Market Following Trump’s Return US investors now show strong interest in both UK homes and business properties. Trump’s return may bring more American funds into the market. The UK already draws attention for several clear reasons. Why the UK Property Market Appeals to Foreign Investors The UK draws buyers from around the world because it holds a strong...
The Tough Decision Facing UK Mothers: Balancing Work and Childcare The Struggles of Returning to Work Many UK mothers find it hard to return to work after long maternity breaks. Parenting takes much energy, and mothers often must choose between going back to jobs or giving up their career hopes. For many, the high cost of childcare makes work a poor financial choice. A recent report shows that some mothers...
London Faces Significant Drop in House Prices Amid Economic Uncertainty The UK property market shows signs of strain. London sits at the front of the drop. Agents point out that house prices in the capital will fall more than in other areas. Economic worries and rising taxes hurt London hard. Economic Factors Influencing Property Prices The UK economy grows tough. Inflation rises. Interest rates change...
Concerns Raised Over New HMOs in Guildford: Impact on Community Character In Guildford, people on Applegarth Avenue worry about more HMOs. Residents link the growing share houses with a change in their street’s calm feel. The Guildford Borough Council approved four new HMOs. Long-term locals see this as a shift in how they live together. Changes to Applegarth Avenue Applegarth Avenue sits close to the...
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