Permission sought for four-bedroom HMO in Hartlepool semi but one objector says they are 'a disaster for communities'
Plans have been lodged for another new house in multiple occupation (HMO) in Hartlepool.
Proposals have been submitted to Hartlepool Borough Council to carry out the work at 4 Avondale Gardens in the Dyke House area.
The lawful development certificate application from David Moore, at LetSavvy, would secure confirmation that the semi-detached property could lawfully be used as a four-bedroom HMO under planning regulations.
Each bedroom would have an en-suite bathroom, while the kitchen would remain as a shared facility for the occupants, with no communal lounge proposed.
Other internal alterations include installation of stud walls and fire safety upgrades, with no external extensions or changes to the building earmarked.
One objection from a neighbouring resident has already been lodged, raising concerns such properties have been “a disaster for communities and towns throughout the UK”.
The site has previously been used as a standard three bedroom house. A decision is expected in February.