The building in Myddleton Road, Bowes Park, was illegally converted into 11 substandard studio apartments, prompting Haringey Council to prosecute landlord Andreas Antoniades. Former tenant Mike Weekes-Quinn shared horrific experiences of living in a tiny, mold-infested room with minimal amenities for over £900 a month. Councillor Mary Mason decried the crisis in housing, calling attention to tenants living in miserable conditions. Haringey Council is currently assessing the property further and vows to enforce stricter standards in the private rented sector to ensure tenant safety and health amidst ongoing investigations.
Despite a successful prosecution against landlord Andreas Antoniades, the property on Myddleton Road remains largely unchanged, highlighting ongoing issues in housing standards.
Mike Weekes-Quinn revealed his eight-year ordeal in a studio barely six by two meters, noting the absence of heating or proper sanitation facilities.
Councillor Mary Mason condemned the living conditions, stating it's unbelievable that individuals pay excessive rents for such poor housing, calling it a serious housing crisis.
Haringey Council's spokesperson emphasized their commitment to improving private rented sector standards amid persistent complaints about the property.
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