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Burnley Council Proposes Borough-Wide HMO Planning Controls
Burnley Council is consulting on a proposal to extend Article 4 powers to six additional wards, which would require landlords across the entire borough to obtain planning permission before converting properties into houses in multiple occupation (HMOs).
The council has announced a six-week public consultation on the proposed changes. A final decision on whether to implement the borough-wide Article 4 direction is scheduled for September 2027.
If adopted, the new controls would mean that landlords in all areas of Burnley would need to apply for planning permission before converting properties into HMOs. This proposal is relevant for letting agents and inventory clerks operating in Burnley, as it could affect the process and requirements for managing and letting HMO properties in the borough.
Source: PropertyWire