Village Fights Children's Home Plan

0:00Residents in the quiet, lest-to-share village of Houghton on the hill are fighting plans to convert a bungalow into a children's home. Kush Shrubin Nakum filed the application with Harbro District Council for the property on Ingers Be Close, aiming to shift it from regular housing to a small-care facility. The bungalow got expanded from a one-bedroom to a four-bedroom setup over two years, which already annoyed neighbors with all the hassle. Plus, a similar kid's home operated there before, but got shut down after repeated police calls over rowdy behavior and a carjacking incident. Six local submitted objections, calling the spot totally unsuitable, no sidewalks right outside, making it risky for children, and plenty of better. Options elsewhere in the village, the proposal promises a low-key operation for just a handful of kids, with six to eight staff working shifts for non-stop supervision. Soldiers would be light, adding fire doors, smoke alarms, and one extra parking space to keep two off-street spots and avoid any road chaos.

1:04Consultation wraps up Thursday, May 14th, and Council aims to decide by Monday, May 18th. This village standoff shows how local vibes can clash with care needs. Stay tuned for the call. No news, powered by AI? This is Lester News today.