Heating Oil Bills Surge Due to Iran War, Rural UK Hit
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Category : Housing Issues
Smethwick Leisure Centre Demolition Planned for New Homes
Sandwell Council proposes demolishing the deteriorating Harry Mitchell Leisure Centre to make way for up to 80 new flats and houses, citing high refurbishment costs and better alternatives.
Manchester Council to Build 1,600 Homes with Pension Fund Deal
Manchester City Council has agreed a deal with the Greater Manchester Pension Fund to finance the construction of 1,600 homes on seven brownfield sites, with over 20% designated as genuinely affordable under the Manchester Living Rent scheme.
Vistry Plans 1,491-Home Community at North Leigh Park
Detailed plans for a new community of 1,491 homes and a trunk road section at North Leigh Park have been submitted to Wigan Council, aiming to transform a former industrial site.
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Cornwall Village May Get Nansledan-Style Housing Development
A north Cornwall village near Rock could see a new housing development modelled on Newquay's pioneering Nansledan, featuring 49 homes with 25 affordable units and eco-friendly heat pumps.
100 New Homes Planned Near Midlands Metropolitan Hospital
Sandwell Council has submitted an application to build 100 flats and houses on the former GKN factory site in Smethwick, as part of wider regeneration plans around the Midland Metropolitan University Hospital that could see up to 800 new homes.
Sandwell Council Bids £1.3m to Demolish Community Centre for Homes
Sandwell Council will bid for £1.3m from the Brownfield Land Release Fund to demolish the former Cradley Heath Community Centre, making way for around 13 new homes, after closing the facility last year due to high running costs.
Dudley Homes Damaged by Tree Roots on Newark Road
Residents of Newark Road in Netherton claim their homes are being ruined by tree roots planted by the council 40 years ago, causing cracks, damp, and structural issues that affect their lives and property values.
Downton Abbey Village Backlash Over 200-Home Plan
Residents in Bampton, the Cotswolds village famous as a Downton Abbey filming location, express outrage as plans for 200 new homes spark infrastructure and environmental concerns.
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Council Sells House to Avoid £60,000 Repair Bill
Cannock Chase Council is auctioning a three-bedroom property in Rugeley after structural repairs were estimated at over £60,000, opting to sell rather than fund costly underpinning.
Leamington Spa Among England's Best Places to Live
Leamington Spa has been ranked fourth nationally as one of the best places to live in England, praised for its green spaces, cleanliness, and relaxed pace of life, making it an ideal commuter town near Birmingham.
Pensioners Exempt from Stamp Duty on Holiday Homes
State pensioners purchasing holiday homes, mobile homes, caravans, or park homes are exempt from paying stamp duty land tax, offering a significant cost-of-living relief for retirees seeking second properties.
UK Homeowners Face £5k Fines for Saturday Noise Breaches
Homeowners and builders across the UK must adhere to strict Saturday noise regulations, typically from 8am to 1pm, to avoid fines up to £5,000. Councils enforce these rules under the Control of Pollution Act 1974, with penalties for non-compliance.
Ladywood Regeneration Sparks Election Debate Over Demolition
Birmingham's Ladywood estate residents express anxiety over regeneration plans ahead of May council elections, with demolition fears causing nightmares and uncertainty about their homes' future.
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Whitnash Named Among UK's Best Places to Live
The quiet Warwickshire town of Whitnash has been ranked among the best places to live nationally for its affordability, schools, and countryside access near Leamington Spa.
County Hall Site in Exeter May Host Affordable Homes
Devon County Council's cabinet will consider a proposal to develop affordable, care leaver, and key worker housing on the Matford offices site at County Hall in Exeter, addressing previous resident concerns.
Penryn's 'Purple Carbuncle' Student Block May Be Demolished
The abandoned 528-bed Studytel building in Penryn, dubbed the 'Kernick Carbuncle,' could be dismantled and rebuilt after four years of disrepair and community frustration.
£325 Water Bill Discount for DWP Benefits Announced
The government expands the WaterSure scheme, offering £325 water bill discounts to 53,000 more low-income households on disability benefits, in the biggest shake-up in 30 years.
Balsall Common 250-Home Plan Advances Despite Windmill Worries
Detailed plans for 250 new homes in Balsall Common have been submitted, despite ongoing concerns about the impact on views of the historic Berkswell Windmill.
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Sandwell Council Plans 50 Flats at Garden Centre and Police Station
Sandwell Council is set to purchase a garden centre and a former police station to build approximately 50 affordable flats, with construction expected to start in late 2026 and completion by spring 2028.
Pill Village Fights 1,000 Homes Plan, Fears Bristol Suburb
North Somerset residents campaign against 1,000 new homes in Pill, fearing village will become a Bristol suburb. Petition with 2,324 signatures presented to council amid infrastructure concerns.
Solihull Planners Support New Homes in Berkswell
Planners in Solihull have approved initial plans for up to eight homes in Berkswell village, marking a key step in sustainable residential development on grey belt land.
Council Sells Land for £1 to Build 31 Affordable Homes
Blackburn with Darwen Council has agreed to sell a vacant site for just £1 to Together Housing Group, enabling the construction of 31 affordable rental properties to address housing needs in Higher Croft.
Ladywood Residents' Nightmares Over Demolition in Regeneration
Ladywood residents express mental anguish and uncertainty as Birmingham's major regeneration project raises fears of home demolitions and community disruption over two decades.
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West Midlands Households Eligible for £500 Support Payments
Struggling families and individuals in six West Midlands areas can apply for up to £500 in energy bill support through the extended Household Support Fund before it closes in March 2026.
Elderly Residents Trapped in Homes After Lift Failure
Elderly residents in a Birmingham apartment block have been confined to their homes for six days due to a broken lift, with many unable to leave due to mobility issues. Property managers Sanctuary have ordered parts but provided no repair timeline.
Lloyds Bank £200M Boost for UK Social Housing
Lloyds Bank has committed £200 million to Sovereign Network Group to support the construction of 25,000 new social homes and upgrade existing properties across Southern England over the next decade.
New Stourbridge Apartments Plan Requires Healthcare Contribution
Dudley Council considers detailed plans for ten one-bedroom apartments on the historic Rolling Mills brownfield site in Stourbridge, with the Black Country ICB requesting over £10,000 to support local primary care services due to increased patient demand.
14-Room HMO Planned Above Smethwick Pharmacy in Expansion
A new 14-room house of multiple occupation (HMO) could be built above Ashworth Pharmacy in Smethwick, with plans submitted to Sandwell Council for a two-storey extension and demolition of a neighbouring gift shop.
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Councillors to Grill Landlords Over Mould in Rental Homes
Warwickshire councillors are summoning housing associations and private landlords to address severe mould problems in rental properties, citing health risks and insufficient action.
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