Former Bank in Oldbury Town Centre to Become Six-Bed HMO Saturday, February 21, 2026 hmo oldbury heritage conversion listedbuilding barclays development sandwell residential architecture A prominent grade II listed building in Oldbury town centre is poised for transformation after standing empty since 2021. The former Barclays bank, located at the corner of Church Square and Birmingham Street, is the focus of … Read More
House Extension Plans Rejected Again as Planners Call Design 'Awful' Friday, February 20, 2026 planning extension castlebromwich solihull architecture neighbourhood development rejection housing appeal Solihull planners have once again rejected a house extension proposal in Castle Bromwich following strong opposition from neighbours who believe the design is out of character with the area. The saga has stretched over a … Read More
Historic Farmhouse May Be Demolished for 81 New Homes in Walsall Thursday, February 19, 2026 farmhouse housing development walsall affordable greenbelt planning demolition barnsfarm realestate Plans have been submitted to Walsall Council proposing the demolition of a centuries-old post-medieval farmhouse at Barns Farm to make way for 81 new homes. Owl Partnerships Ltd is seeking approval to replace the existing … Read More
Green Belt Housing Development in Midlands Village Wins Over Locals Tuesday, February 17, 2026 housing greenbelt development affordable solihull planning community councillors support midlands In a decisive 10-minute session, Solihull Council’s planning committee unanimously approved a new housing development in Hampton In Arden, reflecting overwhelming local endorsement. The proposal, submitted by BDW Trading Ltd … Read More
West Midlands Planners Approve Hotel Conversion for Vacant Solihull Office Building Saturday, February 14, 2026 solihull warwickroad hotel planning development conversion offices accessibility urban accommodation A long-empty office building at the heart of Solihull town centre is set to be revitalized as a new hotel, following planning approval granted by Solihull Council. The Landsdowne Group’s John Kelly submitted an application in … Read More
‘Ballsy’ Birmingham Needs to Own Its Brilliance, City Leader Urges Thursday, February 12, 2026 birmingham business investment citycentre development collaboration regeneration lifesciences culture leadership Birmingham’s business, civic, and cultural leaders are calling for a bold new attitude—a shift away from self-deprecation toward confidently celebrating the city’s vibrant future. At a high-profile gathering at Birmingham … Read More