Neighbours of the controversial East Perth development have denied they are against social housing tenants moving in next door, saying turning a former hotel into government housing is the wrong option for occupants and the area.

About 40 people, many who have already bought apartments within a stone’s throw of the 19-storey former short stay hotel, gathered on Saturday to protest Housing Minister John Carey’s plan aimed at addressing the housing crisis throughout Perth and the State.

Mr Carey has decided buying established properties and converting them into government and affordable housing is another option that must be used, alongside building more social and affordable housing.

Residents say they weren’t consulted on the State Government decision to purchase the hotel from Singapor

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