Harlow - H3: Houses in Multiple Occupation

H3: Houses in Multiple Occupation.

The creation or conversion of a dwelling to a House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) must meet the following criteria:

(a) the number of HMOs would not exceed one out of a row of five units;
(b) it is supported by a design rationale based on an understanding and analysis of local context and character taking into consideration the adopted Harlow Design Guide Supplementary Planning Document (SPD);
(c) the development makes adequate provision for refuse storage and collection;
(d) parking is provided at a level of one space per bedroom, plus one secure covered cycle space per bedroom, or set at the current adopted parking standards;
(e) effective measures are proposed to minimise the effects of noise and disturbance.

The effectiveness of this policy and the one-in-five restriction should be reviewed two years after the adoption of this Local Plan.

For more information, please visit Harlow’s Local Plan here.