A former accountancy office in central Grimsby is set to be converted into an 18-bed house in multiple occupation (HMO) following planning approval from North East Lincolnshire Council. The development, located on Dudley Street, was passed by a narrow margin of five votes to three.
The property will require only six parking spaces, according to the applicant’s agent, due to its central location and access to public transport. However, the project drew criticism from local councillors, who cited concerns over overdevelopment, limited parking on surrounding roads, and the growing concentration of HMOs in the area.
This marks the third HMO on the street, raising further questions around infrastructure strain and long-term impact on community dynamics. Despite opposition, the application was supported because it would meet the growing demand for single-person housing, particularly near town centres.
The decision highlights ongoing tensions between the intensification of urban housing stock and local quality-of-life considerations, particularly in areas already home to similar developments.
