Illegal rooming house operating in former chapel at Frankston’s Ambassador complex shut down
An illegal rooming house in a former chapel at Frankston’s notorious Ambassador complex has been shut down.
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An illegal rooming house in a former chapel at Frankston’s notorious Ambassador complex has been closed.
Frankston Council officers removed the illegal occupants and their pets — after gaining access with support from police and CFA officers — following complaints about the property.
Mayor Michael O’Reilly said the council was determined to crack down on properties being used for residential purpose without the appropriate permits.
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“Council takes fire safety and the safety of our residents seriously and will take appropriate action, where necessary,” he said.
“None of the agencies enjoy having to undertake this sort of work.
“We were able to immediately connect these residents with local support services and pets were taken into care.”
Following the November clear out, the council has said it would monitor the sprawling site, which includes former motel units converted to low cost housing that have been the subject of ongoing complaints about anti social behaviour.
The 500 sqm former chapel building has two levels and 10 parking spaces and was renovated and fitted out to suit a variety of prior to auction in October last year.
It was passed in following and is now listed for sale at realestate.com.au for $600,000 to $660,000.
Hocking Stuart Frankston agent Anthony Sansalone said the chapel site, which has 10 rooms, would again go to auction on March 9.
Mr Sansalone said potential uses, subject to council approval, included a medical practice or a cafe/bar.
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