News

In a move that has ignited significant community concern, councillors in Broadstairs are set to discuss a controversial proposal to convert the Kent House Nursing Home into a House of Multiple Occupation (HMO). The current facility, which provides vital care for elderly residents and individuals suffering from dementia, is at the centre of a dispute following an application by Mr. Toot of N & I Holdings...

Residents of Derry are voicing their concerns about the growing number of houses in multiple occupation (HMOs) near the Magee campus of Ulster University, which they claim is impacting the local community. A group called Concerned Residents Around Magee (CRAM) has requested the council to impose a cap on new HMO approvals, highlighting the disproportionate concentration of these properties compared to...

In November 2024, the Welsh Government unveiled plans for significant reforms to the Council Tax system, particularly regarding Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs). The draft legislation, currently open for feedback, aims to reclassify HMOs as single dwellings for Council Tax purposes. This shift from the existing 'disaggregated' tax system, which treats each room as a separate dwelling, has sparked...

In an ambitious bid to address the growing need for affordable accommodation in Stretford, Aamer Shah has presented a planning application to Trafford Council to transform his current two-bedroom semi-detached dwelling on Barton Road into a ten-bedroom shared house. This proposal is classified as a house of multiple occupation (HMO) and is designed to cater primarily to young professionals and students...

In Bradford, a proposal to convert a vacant office space on Godwin Street into a House of Multiple Occupation (HMO) comprising 38 compact bedsits has incited significant local debate. While the developer emphasizes a growing demand from young professionals and PhD students for such compact living solutions, critics, notably the Bradford Civic Society, voice serious concerns about the potential impact on...

In a decisive move to enhance residential safety and regulate housing standards, the Mayor of Croydon has unveiled a robust crackdown on unlicensed houses of multiple occupation (HMOs). This initiative comes in the wake of a recent enforcement operation, which scrutinised 21 properties across diverse neighbourhoods, including Thornton Heath, Norbury, New Addington, Central Croydon, Addiscombe, and Purley....

The recent cut in interest rates by the Bank of England is poised to reshape the landscape of commercial property investments in the UK, generating renewed interest and potential gains for savvy investors. With rates lowered to stimulate economic growth, there is a growing sentiment among industry experts that commercial property presents a lucrative opportunity at a time when traditional sectors,...

As the UK property market continues to evolve, prospective investors are encouraged to adopt a strategic approach before entering the market in2025. With an anticipated price increase of 4% within the year and a remarkable23.4% growth projected over the next five years, understanding the nuances of property investment is crucial. The focus of this article is to discuss five key considerations that could...

In recent developments in Stretford, Aamer Shah has set forth an ambitious proposal to transform a two-bedroom semi-detached house on Barton Road into a ten-bedroom house of multiple occupation (HMO). This planning application, submitted through HAD & Co Property Consultants, not only aims to address the growing demand for affordable housing in the area but also includes comprehensive measures designed to...

In recent weeks, residents living near Ulster University's Magee campus have voiced significant concerns regarding the proliferation of houses in multiple occupations (HMOs) in the area. Local advocacy group Concerned Residents Around Magee (CRAM) is particularly worried that continued growth of HMOs could transform the neighborhood into a setting similar to the 'Derry Holylands', which is infamous for its...