More than 3,000 students have signed a petition against proposed changes to housing regulations. Nottingham City Council is consulting on proposals to force landlords to seek planning permission before converting a property for multiple occupation. The University of Nottingham's Students' Union has accused the authority of "discriminating" against students. They believe it is part of a plan to drive students from houses in popular areas like Lenton into purpose-built accommodation elsewhere in the city. The consultation had been due to end last month, but has been extended to May 31. The council says the move would enable it to manage the delivery of mixed and balanced communities in neighbourhoods throughout the city and drive up standards of accommodation.
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