Summary
Eight years ago, the village of Beadnell in Northumberland, UK, restricted new homes from being used as holiday lets or second homes to increase the number of permanent residents. This policy led to a rise in local population and new community activities, but some homes still remain unsold or potentially misused.
Key Facts
- Beadnell, a Northumberland village, banned new homes from being used as second homes or holiday lets about eight years ago.
- The policy aimed to increase the number of permanent residents in the village.
- Since the ban, the number of permanent residents in Beadnell has increased by over 10%.
- Beadnell, along with Bamburgh and Seahouses, created the North Northumberland Coast Neighbourhood Plan to support this initiative.
- New homes in the village are intended only for permanent residency, enforced by legal restrictions.
- The policy has developed new clubs and community activities in the village.
- Some homes remain unsold, and there are reports of possible breaches of the residency requirement.
- Northumberland County Council is responsible for enforcing the policy.
