Category Archives: Collection HMO

10 Steps to Securing a Certificate of Lawfulness for Your House in Multiple Occupation (HMO)

A House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) refers to a property that is divided into separate rental units, typically bedrooms, and shared facilities such as kitchens and bathrooms.… More >>

HMO’s & Certificates of Lawful Development

“What do I do if I don’t have confirmation that either I didn’t require planning permission for my HMO or that the continuous use as a HMO would now be lawful given the timescales involved?”

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Planning Success – Alterations to HMO’s in Loughborough

Planning House have had another fantastic planning success story they wish to share with you, it’s for Alterations to HMO’s in the beautiful Loughborough.… More >>

Frequently Asked Questions About Town Planning

There is not doubt about it Town Planning is a maze. If it wasn’t there would be no need for Town Planning Consultants!… More >>

Planning success – Section 73 application in relation to varying floor plans of a HMO

Planning House are delighted that a Section 73 application has been approved in relation to varying the approved floor plans of a HMO in Hartlepool to regularise the implemented 7 bedroom scheme.… More >>

Planning Success for Certificate of Lawfulness confirming proposed residential use

Planning House are delighted to have secured approval of a Certificate of Lawfulness for the proposed residential use of a block of 10 flats used as student House in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) in Newcastle upon Tyne.… More >>

Avoid Delays in Validating a Planning Application

The process of validating a planning application is undertaken by the Council to check that new planning applications are complete and include all relevant supporting information.… More >>

Do I need a Town Planner?

Do I need to hire a Town Planning Consultant?

In a lot of cases the answer is NO!  If your proposed development is not complex for instance a house extension or a simple commercial development then don’t waster your money employing a town planner. … More >>

4 years or 10 year rules for a Certificate of Lawfulness (CLEUD)?

Are you thinking of selling or re-mortgaging, but never received planning permission?  Or are you being threatened with enforcement action for your existing development?… More >>