More affordable homes are needed in two Liverpool communities and not further attempts to “gentrify", according to a local group.
Concerns have been raised about the increasing number of applications for houses of multiple occupancy (HMOs) and student developments in the L7 and L8 areas by members of the L8 Matters Community Land Trust. The group has now formalised its issues in a statement, outlining what it believes needs to happen in their communities.
The trust was established to campaign for what it describes as “land and housing opportunities that truly benefit the people of Liverpool 8.” In its statement of intent, which was agreed by members, the group said it “strongly objects” to HMO and student accommodation applications within the L7 and L8 area and the Georgian Quarter.
