Planning Approval Granted for 2,000 Homes in Devon

Plans to convert two homes into Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) in North Hinksey, Oxford, are under scrutiny, with a decision from the Vale of White Horse District Council expected soon. The proposal would transform one four-bedroom home into a nine-bed HMO and another three-bedroom home into a seven-bed HMO, with each room featuring en-suite facilities. Local residents have raised significant concerns, including the loss of family homes, inadequate parking, pedestrian safety, and strain on local infrastructure. Despite these objections, planning officers have recommended approval with conditions for implementation within three years. The planning committee meeting is scheduled for January 22, where these concerns will be reviewed. The developments reflect a growing trend in urban areas to convert traditional homes into rental accommodations to meet housing demands.