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Draft Greater Cambridge Non-Immediate Article 4 Direction for HMOs

21/10/2026 - Draft Greater Cambridge Non-Immediate Article 4 Direction for HMOs

The Cabinet unanimously resolved to:

 

      i.         Agree to the implementation of a Non-Immediate Article 4 Direction to remove permitted development rights to change dwellings (planning use class C3) into small houses in multiple occupation (HMOs) (planning use class C4), to cover the area shown on the maps in Appendix 1;

    ii.         Delegate preparation of the above and the carrying out of a public consultation to the Director of Planning; and

   iii.         Note that Cabinet approval will be required to confirm the Direction following the publication and consultation.