The scheme was launched earlier this year to bring vacant properties back into habitation. 

Jersey politician criticises Empty Homes Service as ‘a waste of time’ 

Deputy Hilary Jeune says the plans would be of "detriment to the amenity and character" of Commercial Street. 

'Sad day for St Helier': Plans for nearly 240 homes rejected 

This comes a few days after Jersey Homes Trust announced its intention to hike rents for the vast majority of its tenants by up to 9%. 

Concerns were raised over the size of the flats and the lack of sunlight they receive. 

Plans for the site in St Martin's, Guernsey include building 26 properties with parking and areas for bicycle storage.

Some politicians believe the area needs to be rebuilt as it has fallen into such a dire state of disrepair. 

There's concern villages and towns won't be able to cope with thousands of new homes as proposals to meet housing targets are revealed

The consultation on the population policy received over 1700 responses and 5000 comments.

Nearly 4,000 people have signed a petition against a council proposal to build 751 new homes in the Whickham area of Gateshead.