George Nathanel was fined £75,000 after illegally letting two flats in North Finchley for short-term rentals on Airbnb and Booking.com. Barnet Council issued a cease notice in November 2023 following neighbour complaints about potential planning regulation breaches. Evidence revealed over 220 days of occupancy within the first ten months of 2024, causing stress and disruption to residents. Nathanel did not attend court, claiming residency in Russia and awaiting surgery, while contradictory evidence from tenant reviews suggested he actively managed the rentals. He was also ordered to pay additional costs and a victim surcharge.
George Nathanel was fined £75,000 for illegally letting out two flats in North Finchley on Airbnb and Booking.com, in violation of planning regulations.
Evidence showed over 220 days of occupancy in the first 10 months of 2024. Neighbouring residents reported stress and detrimental impacts on their lives due to the short-term rentals.
The council issued a cease notice to Nathanel in November 2023 following complaints from neighbours, who described the situation as "stressful and devastating".
Nathanel failed to appear at court hearings, claiming to live in Russia and waiting for an operation, while evidence contradicted his claims of ignorance regarding short-term rentals.
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