The recent decision to grant a certificate of legality for the conversion of a residential property on Holme Hall Avenue in Bottesford into a six-bedroom house in multiple occupation (HMO) has been received with disapproval by local residents and officials. Many are calling into question the swiftness and thoroughness of the review process for such conversions, as concerns about the community’s wellbeing and strain on infrastructure heighten. This particular decision has reignited the discussion regarding the management and oversight of HMOs across the region, with areas such as Lincolnshire having faced similar challenges in their urban planning discussions. Local authorities are now facing pressure to conduct more in-depth inspections when dealing with future HMO applications, in an attempt to address housing needs while also safeguarding the welfare of the community.
This article was adapted from its original version by The Lincoln Post, which can be found on www.grimsbytelegraph.co.uk.
