Proposals to turn a Walcot holiday let into shared accommodation have been submitted to Bath & North East Somerset Council.
Bath Student Properties Ltd is behind the planning application for 16 Walcot Buildings.
A “dual use” of HMO and house is being proposed but the accompanying report clarifies: “The property is currently utilised as a holiday let, but we aim to return it to residential use.
“Given the property’s size, location, and lack of garden, it is most suitable for shared use, rather than family occupancy.”
The report continues: “The property’s layout and location make it ideal for shared living arrangements.”
It adds that there is “a significant demand for HMO properties in Bath, driven by the need for affordable housing options for students and young professionals”.
The property is said to be in an area with a low concentration of HMOs, as outlined in the Bath & North East Somerset Council HMO planning document.
“This change will contribute to a balanced distribution of HMOs across the city.
“We believe this change aligns with local housing needs and planning policies.
“We are committed to ensuring the property is well-maintained and managed to provide quality accommodation for its future occupants.”
The plans show five bedrooms. The scheme does not include cycle parking and there is said to be on-street parking “in the vicinity”.
Although there is no garden, the report says there are parks close by.
The property has the required EPC (energy performance certificate) rating for a HMO, so no works would be required to the listed building, the report adds.
The planning reference is 25/03966/FUL, and the deadline for comments is 20th November.
