7 Mayo Road

Planning Application BH2025/00195 - Alterations to the existing building to insert 1no rooflight to the front roofslope and 2no rooflights to the rear roofslope and subdivision of the existing building to create 1no. self-contained flat (C3) at lower ground floor level and alter the layout of the existing small house in multiple occupation (C4) on the upper floors - was REFUSED on 27th June 2025.

The developer has now appealed against refusal
Click here to read the developer's appeal statement.

To participate in the appeal:

1. Go to The planning inspectorate's website.

2. The appeal reference is APP/Q1445/W/25/3372428. Sign in & enter the last 7 digits 3372428 to access the 7 Mayo Road appeal.

3. Note the Council's reason for refusal

The revised HMO layout would not comply with polices DM1 and DM7 of the City Plan Part Two regarding the standard of accommodation provided. Collectively and cumulatively, it would result in a materially poorer standard of accommodation for the small HMO, with the loss of the garden, and creation of smaller bedrooms, including introducing a restricted head height bedroom into the layout with poorer outlook for the sixth bedroom, compared to the existing layout. It is also noted that the proposed communal space as a single space would have a smaller floor area within the property than the existing space for the six residents.

Planning policies referenced in refusing the application;

4. View the 9 public comments on the Council's planning register.

5. Submit your representation to The planning inspectorate's website no later than 20 October 2025.

This page was last updated by Ted on 18-Sep-2025