https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/tags/article4/Recent content in article4 on Birmingham DailyHugo -- gohugo.ioen-usSun, 12 Jul 2026 06:00:00 +0000https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/solihull-councillors-renew-commitment-to-address-growth-of-hmos-amid-immigration-debate/Sun, 12 Jul 2026 06:00:00 +0000https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/solihull-councillors-renew-commitment-to-address-growth-of-hmos-amid-immigration-debate/Solihull councillors have reiterated their dedication to tackling the increasing number of Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) across the borough, amidst a heated debate on immigration and housing. Before the recent local elections, the Conservative-led council agreed to pursue stronger powers to better regulate HMOs, responding to concerns about their steady growth. Currently, landlords can convert a family home into an HMO for up to six occupants without requiring planning permission.