David Pearson ashamed of lifelong estate now like third-world country. Fly-tipping rife with overflowing bins attracting rats. High HMOs cause parking chaos, anti-social behavior, and more dumping. High resident turnover destroys community respect. Council admits lacking resources to fix issues. Pilot scheme targets street bins but skips some areas. New rules require planning permission for all HMOs. Elderly resident stuck due to age despite heartbreak. Residents pack meeting to vent at councillors. Another called area a slum weeks prior. Bins block pavements for prams and mobility impaired. Conservative councillor agrees character changed by newcomers. Street cleansing planned but resources strained. Six public protection officers for entire city.