In this episode, I'm joined by a good friend of mine, one of my longstanding mentees, and a previous guest on the podcast: Jonny Stockwell of Crockwell Properties.

We're going to discuss some of the issues he's had to face and overcome, specifically regarding planning permission and the Article 4 direction in the areas where he invests. Our conversation will cover:

• The frustrations and challenges faced by HMO investors due to unclear regulations and inconsistent enforcement in Article 4 areas.
• The need for caution when making planning requests.
• The importance of educating yourself and all parties involved in the process
• How the Article 4 regulations have impacted Jonny’s investment strategy.
• The significance of hiring a planning consultant with expertise in HMOs and local regulations.
• Why Jonny continues to invest in Article 4 areas despite the difficulties.

If you're either applying for a change of use yourself or considering making changes to a property within an Article 4 direction, this episode is one you definitely don't want to miss.

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