Historic pub could soon become 10-bedroom HMO after cannabis farm found inside
manchestereveningnews.co.ukA historic town centre pub could soon be transformed into a 10-bedroom house of multiple occupation (HMO). The Bulls Head in Stalybridge closed its doors for the last time in June 2022.
It had been left vacant but has since become a target by antisocial behaviour and criminal activity, with a cannabis farm built inside.
The police swooped in on the Knowl Street establishment back in May 2023 and seized more than 200 cannabis plants, it was reported. READ MORE: 'Yes or no – will you fully fund North Manchester General Hospital's rebuild plans as promised?' Now there are plans to transform the building into a residential accommodation with 10 en-suite rooms.
According to planning papers, proposals would include a large communal kitchen/dining area with minimal external changes. The building sits within a conservation area of the town centre.
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