Jarrow developers promise 'high standard of privacy' in plans for new eight-bed shared house

South Tyneside Council’s planning department has received an application for 12 Surrey Street near West Park in the Jarrow area.

Plans from applicant Maytree Property Group are seeking permission to change the use of a “dwelling house” to an eight-bedroom HMO.

Proposed floor plans show eight en-suite bedrooms across three floors, along with a ground floor communal kitchen/ dining area and amenity area and a cycle storage area in garage space.

A planning statement submitted to council officials provides more details on plans to “reconfigure the existing dwelling” to create the HMO and lists external alterations as part of the plans.

This includes the “removal of the existing, poor-quality rear conservatory and the replacement of poor-quality windows and doors to the rear ground floor openings of the property with new uPVC units, enhancing both the thermal efficiency and security of the property while improving its overall appearance and building fabric.”

Those behind the HMO scheme noted the building is in an “established residential area” and has been used as a “three-bedroom house”.

Developers said that each HMO bedroom will be “provided with a self-contained en-suite, ensuring a high standard of privacy and amenity for occupants” and that “the internal circulation layout has been retained wherever possible, with new routes introduced to the loft space designed for efficient movement throughout the building”.

It was noted that the site “benefits from a variety of public green spaces within close proximity” and also “enjoys excellent transport connectivity” in terms of public transport links.

The planning statement adds: “The proposed change of use from a C3 dwelling to a sui-generis house of multiple occupancy has been designed to meet all relevant standards and guidance set out by South Tyneside Council and national planning policy.

“The internal layout provides an appropriate standard of accommodation, exceeding the minimum space and daylight requirements, and includes adequate waste storage and cycle parking facilities in accordance with local HMO standards.

“The site is sustainably located within close proximity to Jarrow Metro Station, local bus routes, shops, and public open spaces, ensuring convenient access to essential amenities and sustainable transport links.

“The proposal will therefore make an efficient use of existing housing stock, providing additional, high-quality accommodation that supports local housing needs without adversely impacting the character of the area or the amenities of neighbouring occupiers.”

A decision on the HMO plan is expected following a council consultation exercise.

Comments can be made on the plan, via South Tyneside Council’s planning portal website, until December 12, 2025.

For more information on the plan, or to track its progress, visit the council’s planning portal website and search reference: 250708

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