Approval and refusal for Lovely Lane HMO planning applications

Plans had been submitted to Warrington Borough Council’s planning department for two properties on Lovely Lane.

In both cases, documents state: “The aim is to create a positive living experience for all occupants of the HMO and neighbouring residents through the prioritisation of tenant safety, comfort and legal compliance.”

One sought a section 192 lawful development certificate for the proposed change of use of 114 Lovely Lane from a house to a five-bedroom house of multiple occupation, or HMO.

Applicant Namastay Holdings has seen its plans granted permission.

Planning documents said: “There are no extensions proposed, however the proposals include the removal of a double conservatory at the rear of the property.

“The external appearance of the front of the building will remain unchanged.

“Minor changes are proposed internally to remove chimney breasts and a few walls, and to provide an en-suite shower, sink and WC.

“There would be a communal kitchen-diner at the rear on the ground floor.”

The other property was nearby 129 Lovely Lane, with full permission sought to increase the size of the HMO from six bedrooms to eight.

Applicant Barson Daisy Property said: “The building is currently being used as a six-bedroom HMO with a shared bathroom and kitchen. The proposal would result in an eight-bedroom HMO.

“All but one of the rooms will have an ensuite bathroom and the remaining room will have its own private bathroom. A ground-floor communal kitchen-diner is also proposed.

“All the rooms meet the HMO room size requirements and each of the rooms will have adequate natural light.

“The external layout of the site will remain unchanged. Only minor changes are proposed internally.”

In refusing permission, the council said: “The development, by virtue of the lack of natural light and outlook for the occupiers of the proposed basement rooms, would result in an unacceptable standard of amenity for the future occupiers.”