GMP and Stockport Homes work in partnership to close down a property to ensure tenant safety
The Safer Neighbourhoods Service at Stockport Homes Group have successfully secured another Closure Order on a property at Hanover Towers on the Lancashire Hill Estate, following an escalation in reports of serious anti-social behaviour. Working collaboratively with Greater Manchester Police and the Council, the Safer Neighbourhoods Service was able to gather sufficient evidence to take legal action against the tenant, utilising powers under the ‘Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014’
The Closure Order was granted at a hearing in Stockport Magistrates Court on Wednesday 7th August 2024 and came following persistent anti-social behaviour, which was occurring at the property and having a detrimental effect on local residents and the community. The Safer Neighbourhoods Service and Greater Manchester Police had received complaints of a high number of visitors coming and going from the property, drug activity, as well as residents and staff being threatened by visitors to this property.
The Closure Order means that no one is permitted to reside in, or visit, the property for a period of three months. The order will provide respite and protection for the residents who were affected by the behaviours whilst Stockport Homes Group proceeds to take back permanent possession of this property.
Greater Manchester Police are committed to support residents that report anti-social behaviour and will take a firm stance on those who breach regulations and cause distress to other residents. The Central Neighbourhood team have worked hard in a collaborative partnership with Stockport Homes Group to enforce a closure order granted on 7th August 2024
John BarberStockport Central Inspector
Every resident deserves to feel safe and secure in their home. To achieve this, we have been working closely with Greater Manchester Police to effectively address all forms of anti-social behaviour. Our joint efforts have resulted in the successful closure of several troublesome properties, offering much-needed relief to our residents. This underscores our steadfast commitment to fostering a safe and secure community, ensuring all residents can feel confident and at ease in their homes.
Anne-Marie HeilDirector of Customer Services at Stockport Homes Group
