South London semi-detached house could become 24

Bexley residents are concerned abut plans to create a 24-person HMO in their neighbourhood.

The loss of parking spaces, a potential increase in antisocial behaviour and possible harm to the community feel of the area are among the chief concerns of people who spoke to the Local Democracy Reporting Service (LDRS).

Plans to convert 48 West Heath Road—a large semi-detached property that has been vacant for several years—into a 12-bedroom HMO that could house up to 24 occupants have been submitted to Bexley Council .

All 12 double bedrooms would have en-suite bathrooms and there would be a kitchen on each of the four floors of the house. No living rooms are contained in the plans and only one parking space is proposed alongside storage for 12 bikes.

Those living nearby to the prope