'Probably the worst example of an HMO that's possible' refused permission in Middlesbrough

Plans for a house in multiple occupation (HMO) that would result in a “miserable existence”, according to one councillor, have been refused.

Labour Councillor Ian Blades made the comments during a meeting of Middlesbrough Council ’s planning committee, which heard about plans that, if approved, would have seen a two bedroom property transformed into a three bed HMO. Councillor sentiment towards the plans was overwhelmingly negative, with Liberal Democrat Councillor Morgan McClintock asking why the plans had even been brought in front of the committee.

Plans for the Outram Street property were refused unanimously by councillors on Thursday September 4, on the grounds that there would be a poor standard of accommodation. Numerous councillors were keen to voice their distaste for the pla