over-concentration of HMOs
Greenwich councillors are approving Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) despite concerns about over-concentration.
In July 2025, Greenwich Local Planning Committee approved plans for a five-bed house in multiple occupation (HMO) at 21 Donaldson Road, Plumstead. This decision was made despite objections from local residents and Councillor Raja Zeeshan, who cited concerns about the over-concentration of HMOs, parking, noise, and the impact on the area's character.
No further council meetings or decisions regarding the over-concentration of HMOs are currently scheduled. The topic, which refers to a high density of houses in multiple occupation in an area, continues to be a point of discussion when individual HMO applications are considered.
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