HSBC Building’s HMO Future

An old HSBC bank building in Loughborough, devastated by a major fire in March 2023, is now facing a controversial revival plan: converting its upper two floors into an HMO while keeping the ground floor for commercial use. Amid growing local frustration over rising HMOs and a nearby student housing project, developers Orange Bricks Ltd promise long-term upkeep and no exterior changes. The council must decide by July 14th—could this historic structure find a new lease on life—or become another flashpoint in the town’s housing debate? Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/5673cf28e3b27db7