Petition
Require Article 4 direction to be implemented throughout Leicestershire.
Rejected
9 signatures
What the petition asks
Remove permitted development rights so that full planning approval through the Council is required to convert a family home into a HMO.
The loss of family homes to HMOs is unbalancing communities, increasing parking pressures, waste problems, and strain on local services. Requiring planning permission for all HMO conversions would protect family housing stock, support sustainable communities, and ensure decisions are made with proper democratic oversight.
Why it was rejected
It was about a matter for a local council or devolved government, not the UK Government or Parliament.
This is calls for action at a local level.
You may wish to sign this petition which calls for similar action: Establish a cap on Homes of Multiple Occupancy (HMO) in stressed communities
You may wish to sign this petition which calls for similar action: Establish a cap on Homes of Multiple Occupancy (HMO) in stressed communities
Timeline
| 26 Sep 2025 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 23 Oct 2025 | Rejected by the Petitions Committee |
Key facts
Signatures
9
Status
Rejected
Rejected
23 Oct 2025
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 1 Sep 2026.