‘Beds in Sheds’ extension demolished after council planners crackdown

25 August 2017

A rogue landlord in Southwark has been forced to demolish an unauthorised extension in his back yard after a council investigation uncovered it was being used as flats.

Mr Hakan Tunc built the structure behind his takeaway business at 102 Forest Hill Road without planning permission. Notices were served against this, plus two storage buildings to the rear and the change of use to a house in multiple-occupation above the takeaway.

When council officers investigated they discovered the extension was being used as three separate flats, all under 20sqm in size and including bathrooms and kitchenette. One flat looked like up to three people were living in it.

Cllr Mark Williams, cabinet member for regeneration and new homes, said: “Making sure we have affordable housing for people in the borough is one of the council’s top priorities, but this does not mean we will turn a blind eye to unauthorised, poor quality and potentially dangerous ‘beds in sheds’ structures.

“Southwark Council will investigate, and if necessary prosecute, any landlords who are found to be renting out these types of properties.”

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