Policy information sourced from the Haringey Development Management Plan
DM17: Houses in Multiple Occupation
- Proposals for the conversion of larger homes to Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMO), including small HMOs (3-6 unrelated people) within the area covered by the Article 4 Direction (as shown in Figure 3.2), will only be permitted where:
- The gross original internal floor space of the existing dwelling is greater than 120m2 ;
- They do not give rise to any significant adverse amenity impact(s) on the surrounding neighbourhood, including cumulative impacts arising from an overconcentration of HMOs within an area;
- They are accessible by public transport, cycling and walking;
- They provide high quality accommodation that satisfies the relevant policies of the Local Plan, including internal space standards, provision of a satisfactory level of amenity space for occupants, and adequate and convenient refuse storage and collection; and
- Where non self-contained, have exclusive use of a kitchen or space within a shared kitchen for each household.
- Planning applications for the change of use from an HMO to self-contained accommodation will only be considered in the following circumstances:
- Where the property does not meet the appropriate standards for an HMO (as set out in the Housing Act 2004 and the Management of HMOs (England) (Regulations) 2006) and has no realistic prospect of meeting the standards; or
- Where the property is in a Growth Area or Area of Change and is not registered.
Policy information sourced from the Haringey Development Management Plan