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Harringay, Haringey - So Good they Spelt it Twice!

Paul Simon, HMO's and the Planning Inspector

This is 66 Wightman Road. In August the Landlord appealed to the Bristol Planning Inspectorate against the Local Authority Planning Department's ruling that it had been illegally converted into 10 flats without planning permission. The appeal was rejected and the Planning Inspector ruled that it must be re-instated. However, the lawyer for the Landlord claimed extra time would be needed to allow current tenants to find new digs. This was granted and the time set at 6 months not 3. So why is the Landlord using Paul Simon to advertise for new tenants now at £137 per week? [£1370 for ten units, so in the additional 3 months that's roughly £15000].
http://www.rightmove.co.uk/property-to-rent/property-27309089.html?...

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Permalink Reply by matt on October 17, 2009 at 13:38
Well spotted. Surely this is a breach of conditions agreed by the planning inspector and therefore the inspector should be notified.
Permalink Reply by Birdy_Too on October 17, 2009 at 14:24
Yet further evidence that PS are the premier rogue agents in this area ignoring legislation in all areas. If you haven't yet signed the PS petition, link is on front page.
Permalink Reply by Michael Anderson on October 17, 2009 at 15:59
Paul - are you really saying that the beige house in the middle has 10 dwelling units in it! God knows what the living conditions must be like. The money grabbing b*******.
Permalink Reply by WightmanPaul on October 17, 2009 at 16:40
Yes, it's on the East side of Wightman so the land drops away behind. There's a level below that which is visible. The doorbell box is like spaghetti. It has 10 postal addresses listed on the Council's database and the Planning Dept. first served notice in 2007. The conversion occured in 2006. It took months with workmen going in and out. Since the Planning appeal in August there has still been a regular turnover of new faces going in and out. There seems to be utter contempt for the Planning Law and the Inspectorate.
Permalink Reply by Anette on October 18, 2009 at 15:07
So what do we do? I assume you've sent a letter to the planning inspector? Anything else we can do? Anyone at the local council we can notifty? Paul Simon should be told they're renting out illegal bedsits too.
james walshPermalink Reply by james walsh on October 18, 2009 at 15:39
Just emailed paul simon to ask why the property is on the market when it has been refused planning permission. i look forward to their reply.
Permalink Reply by Anette on October 18, 2009 at 16:31
Please post here!
Permalink Reply by Takaokagiejin on October 18, 2009 at 21:56
How about letting the planning people know? I'm still trying to work out how they get 10 flats in there!
Permalink Reply by Alison P on October 19, 2009 at 8:51
That is sickening. If there is anyone we can write to/email could you post the details here. No wonder people go to the lengths they do to cram a few more flats in when that's the sort of money you can make. Shouldn't they need to give some of the rent back, surely they can't be allowed to sign any new agreements with hapless tenants while it is subject to a conversion order?
Permalink Reply by Hugh on October 19, 2009 at 9:11
I would go three ways with this Alison:

Robin Payne, Head of Enforcement - Robin.Payne@haringey.gov.uk

Ward Councillors - see here.

Cabinet members with relevant responsibility- Cllr Nilgun Canver, Enforcement & Cllr Haley, Environment (Contacts on same page as above).
Permalink Reply by Alison P on October 19, 2009 at 12:32
Done. Will let you know what response I get.

Honestly, the description of the flat just makes you want to laugh (and cry):

"A large top floor studio flat available now. The property offers stunning views, huge amounts of storage and wood flooring throughout + communal gardens. A spacious living/dining/sleeping area with a separate shower room and fitted kitchen area." How is that possible? Is the house a tardis??

Nora - great idea to see if you can have a look around.
Permalink Reply by WightmanPaul on October 19, 2009 at 15:22
I'm looking into a conversation with the Inland Revenue given that we know all the relevant details. If large amounts of income are being generated then it is a matter of public concern that the applicable tax laws are being followed. This might be a more persuasive route to follow than just going back through planning.

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