Your Area

To make our key documents easier to find we've put them all in one place. To download a document click on it.

Neighbourhood plans:

For more information about each neigbourhood and to download the original neighbourhood plans click on the map.  

Newsletters

• February 2007
• August 2007
• October 2007
• December 2007
• March 2008
• June 2008
• October 2008
• March 2010
• Spring 2011

Stategic Framework

• Strategic Framework (agreed 2005)
• Strategic Framework Addendum (agreed June 2009)

To find out more about the strategic framework review in 2008/09 click here.

 

The Story So Far

In 2005, we worked with residents to develop a Neighbourhood Plan for this area. This Plan was approved in draft by the Council in November 2005. In March 2006 we sent local residents a Phasing Plan showing the order in which changes would take place.

In 2007 we developed through consultation the North Area Strategy. The purpose of local area strategies is to supplement the Strategic framework and take forward the principles of the Strategic Framework, allowing early activity in locations where a master plan will not be produced for a number of years.

In 2009 the NSP had to review its regeneration programme in light of the national economic recession. This resulted in the development sites NAW 12, 15, 17, 19 and 20 being removed from the programme.

In January 2011 the NSP had to carry out a further review of its regeneration programme due to major cuts in government funding. This resulted in NAW 14 and 16 being removed from the programme.

We have completed a number of milestones in the transformation of this neighbourhood:

• Neighbourhood Plan approved - 2005
• Approx 200 new homes have been built, with a further 64 in progress (Jun 2010)
• Planning Application for Village Centre approved click here for the latest information
• Smiths Wood Community Primary School completed Feb 2009

North Arran Way Neighbourhood study

The North Arran Way Neighbourhood study identified a series of environmental improvements to 'finish off' the neighbourhood, for more information click here.

For information on our residential developments and improvements to green space within the area click here.

 

 

The Story So Far

In 2005, we worked with local people and businesses to develop a Neighbourhood Plan for the Kingshurst and Babbs Mill neighbourhoods. The Neighbourhood plan identified the physical regeneration plans for the area which included identifying some properties for demolition and new housing sites.  

In 2007 we developed through consultation the North Area Strategy. The purpose of local area strategies is to supplement the Strategic Framework and take forward the principles of the Strategic Framework.

On the 21st January 2008 the new Primary School in Kingshurst opened, to find out more go to the education page.

In 2009, the North Solihull Partnership had to review its regeneration programme in light of the national economic recession. This resulted in the development sites 5 and 10 being removed from the programme and KHBM 2, 3, 6 & 7 being taken forward by Solihull Community Housing.

In March 2011 due to the changed curcumstances around funding and additional demand for Social Housing SCH made the decision to review these sites. In October 2011 Solihull Community Housing informed residents of KHBM 2,3 & 6 that there was not the funding available to take these sites forward and they were therefore removed from the demolition programme.

Residential developments

For more information about our residential developments in the area click here.

 

 

The Story So Far

In 2005, we worked with residents to develop a Neighbourhood Plan for Craig Croft. This Plan was approved in draft by the Council in November 2005. In March 2006 we sent local residents a Phasing Plan showing the order in which changes would take place.

In 2006/07 we developed the South Area Strategy, over 550 residents attended our events and gave valuable feedback on our proposals. The purpose of local area strategies is to supplement the Strategic framework and take forward the principles of the Strategic Framework, allowing early activity in locations where a master plan will not be produced for a number of years.  

In January 2011 the NSP had to carry out a further review of its regeneration programme due to major cuts in government funding. This resulted in CC 11 and 12 being removed from the programme.

We have completed a number of milestones in the transformation of this neighbourhood:

• 124 new homes built with a further 46 under construction (July 2010)

• Planning Application for Village Centre approved click here  for the latest information

• The new Bishop Wilson School to be built as part of the new Village Centre for more info click here.

Residential developments and our improvements to green space

For more information click here.

Craig Croft Neighbourhood Study

For more information click here

New approach to planning the regeneration

Following the strategic framework review which was agreed in June 2009 the new way of planning the regeneration is an approach based on Clusters. The cluster approach focuses on bringing forward regeneratiojn activities centred around large scale investments such as new schools and villages centres.

Spatial master planning is the process in which we bring forward the physical regeneration for an area. In the future a spatial master plan for whole Craig Croft Cluster will be developed alongside the community and stakeholders and everyone within the cluster will have an opportunity to shape the spatial master plan for that area. This masterplan will however not identify any further demolition within the Craig Croft Neighbourhood.

 

 

The Story So Far

The Strategic Framework, was agreed by Solihull Council in February 2005 after we consulted residents in 2004. It sets out how the Partnership intends to improve the physical and social infrastructure of North Solihull through major investment in schools, Village Centres, transport and green space. For more information click here

In 2007 we developed through consultation the North Area Strategy. The purpose of local area strategies is to  supplement the Strategic framework and take forward the principles of the Strategic Framework, allowing early activity in locations where a master plan will not be produced for a number of years.

Significant investment has already been committed to this cluster:

• The new Lanchester School has opened
• Park Hall School has been redeveloped under the Building Schools for the future (BSF) programme and opened in October 2008
• Over £500, 000 invested into improving Lanchester Park
• Construction started on 45 new homes within the Oaklands development

Residential developments and our improvements to green space

For more information click here

New approach to planning the regeneration

Following the strategic framework review which was agreed in June 2009 the new way of planning the regeneration is an approach based on Clusters. The cluster approach focuses on bringing forward regeneration activities centred around large scale investments such as new schools and villages centres.

Spatial master planning is the process in which we bring forward the physical regeneration for an area. In the future a spatial master plan for the Lanchester Cluster will be developed alongside the community and stakeholders and everyone within the cluster will have an opportunity to shape the spatial master plan for that area

(updated August 2011)

The story so far

The Strategic Framework, was agreed by Solihull Council in February 2005 after we consulted residents in 2004. It sets out how the Partnership intends to improve the physical and social infrastructure of North Solihull through major investment in schools, Village Centres, transport and green space.

In January 2009 we consulted residents and stakeholders on our key findings from the review of the strategic framework which included the new way of planning the regeneration, an approach based on Clusters and the Cluster Plan which shows where those key investment areas are.

The Cole Valley Vision

In Spring 2010 Alan Baxter and John Thompson and Partners (JTP) were appointed  by the North Solihull Partnership to work with the local community to develop a new masterplan for the area, which is being refered to as the Cole Valley Vision.

In summer 2010 we held a Community Planning Event and Community Forum meetings to hear your ideas for a central part of the regeneration area around the Cole Valley. Since then the design team has been developing a masterplan that will guide improvements and change in the area over the next 5 years.

The Cole Valley Vision

In Spring 2010 Alan Baxter and John Thompson and Partners (JTP) were appointed  by the North Solihull Partnership to work with the local community to develop a new masterplan for the area, which is being refered to as the Cole Valley Vision.

In summer 2010 we held a Community Planning Event and Community Forum meetings to hear your ideas for a central part of the regeneration area around the Cole Valley. Since then the design team has been developing a masterplan that will guide improvements and change in the area over the next 5 years.

Work is continuing on the preparation of a Masterplan for the Cole Valley area, which includes the North and South Gateway Clusters.

In March 2011, we spoke to residents and stakeholders (e.g. bus service providers, WM Police, WM Fire Service, Care Trust, Environment Agency etc) about our ideas for the Cole Valley including proposed enhancements to areas of open space, proposals to improve access and connectivity through the area and the identification of potential sites for new development including housing.   We also started to undertake a series of technical studies for the proposals to help inform our recommendations for the Masterplan.

Our original aim was to be able to present the Cole Valley Masterplan to both the NSP Board and Solihull's Cabinet in June 2011 for approval.  However, we are still working on bringing together all of the information that we need to help us make our final recommendations. 

We now working to finalise the Cole Valley Masterplan by March 2012.

Click here to download a copy of the display boards and draft plan from the consultation in March. 

(updated Aug 2011)

The story so far

The Strategic Framework, was agreed by Solihull Council in February 2005 after we consulted residents in 2004. It sets out how the Partnership intends to improve the physical and social infrastructure of North Solihull through major investment in schools, Village Centres, transport and green space.

In January 2009 we consulted residents and stakeholders on our key findings from the review of the strategic framework which included the new way of planning the regeneration, an approach based on Clusters and the Cluster Plan which shows where those key investment areas are. For more information click here

The Gateway South Cluster  is a key gateway at the intersection of the major and local highway networks. It represents an opportunity to create prominent, high quality development including a new Village Centre, a new Primary School and generate funding to enhance the adjacent strategic green space and river valley.

The Cole Valley Vision

In Spring 2010 Alan Baxter and John Thompson and Partners (JTP) were appointed  by the North Solihull Partnership to work with the local community to develop a new masterplan for the area, which is being refered to as the Cole Valley Vision.

In summer 2010 we held a Community Planning Event and Community Forum meetings to hear your ideas for a central part of the regeneration area around the Cole Valley. Since then the design team has been developing a masterplan that will guide improvements and change in the area over the next 5 years.

Work is continuing on the preparation of a Masterplan for the Cole Valley area, which includes the North and South Gateway Clusters.

In March 2011, we spoke to residents and stakeholders (e.g. bus service providers, WM Police, WM Fire Service, Care Trust, Environment Agency etc) about our ideas for the Cole Valley including proposed enhancements to areas of open space, proposals to improve access and connectivity through the area and the identification of potential sites for new development including housing.   We also started to undertake a series of technical studies for the proposals to help inform our recommendations for the Masterplan.

Our original aim was to be able to present the Cole Valley Masterplan to both the NSP Board and Solihull's Cabinet in June 2011 for approval.  However, we are still working on bringing together all of the information that we need to help us make our final recommendations. 

We now working to finalise the Cole Valley Masterplan by March 2012.

Click here to download a copy of the display boards and draft plan from the consultation in March. 

The Story So Far

The Strategic Framework, was agreed by Solihull Council in February 2005 after we consulted residents in 2004. It sets out how the Partnership intends to improve the physical and social infrastructure of North Solihull through major investment in schools, Village Centres, transport and green space. For more information click here

In 2007 we developed through consultation the North Area Strategy. The purpose of local area strategies is to supplement the Strategic framework and take forward the principles of the Strategic Framework, allowing early activity in locations where a master plan will not be produced for a number of years.

The production of the North Area Strategy followed a two stage consultation process, dealing with following issues.

• The schools programme;
• Green space; and
• Early housing sites ahead of neighbourhood planning.

Significant investment has already been committed to this cluster:

• A newly built Forest Oak & Merstone Special Schools
• A newly built Woodlands Campus
• A newly built Smiths Wood Sports College
• The St John the Baptist Catholic Primary school is located in this area, and it is intended that this school will in the future, combine with St Anthony's Catholic School.

 

Residential and green space improvements

Woodlands Highway residential and green space improvements for more information click here

 

New approach to planning the regeneration

Following the strategic framework review which was agreed in June 2009 the new way of planning the regeneration is an approach based on Clusters. The cluster approach focuses on bringing forward regeneratiojn activities centred around large scale investments such as new schools and villages centres.

Spatial master planning is the process in which we bring forward the physical regeneration for an area. In the future a spatial master plan for the Woodlands Cluster will be developed alongside the community and stakeholders and everyone within the cluster will have an opportunity to shape the spatial master plan for that area

 

(updated 24 February 2011)

North Solihull Partnership have been working on our plans for the Woodlands Highway development for some time.

The scheme we consulted on in September 2009 consisted of a residential development on the northern section and significant enhancements to the southern section to create a neighbourhood park.

As with any residential development on green space, some local residents had expressed concerns about the proposals for this site. As part of the consultation and discussions afterwards with local Councillors, the Councillors felt very strongly that the development and green space enhancements were the wrong way around and local residents would prefer them to be swapped around.

Therefore, in October 2010 we presented 2 options for the community to choose from. Option 1 showed a new residential development on the northern section of the greenspace (opposite the Kingdom Hall) and significant enhancements to the southern section to create a neighbourhood park. Option 2 showed a new residential development on southern section and the creation of the neighbourhood park on the northern section (opposite the Kingdom Hall).

The results of the consultation were that Option 1 was the preferred option.

North Solihull Partnership have therefore developed Option 1 further and will be submitting a planning application for this scheme shortly.

Please click here to see results of the consultation.

Please click here to see the latest copy of the plan for this development.

I would like to thank everyone who gave their views on our proposals. Should you have any additional questions or comments about our proposals for Woodlands Highway, please contact the Regeneration Hotline on 0800 389 7997 or email us at info@northsolihull.co.uk.

The Story So Far

The Strategic Framework, was agreed by Solihull Council in February 2005 after we consulted residents in 2004. It sets out how the Partnership intends to improve the physical and social infrastructure of North Solihull through major investment in schools, Village Centres, transport and green space. For more information click here

In 2006/07 we developed the South Area Strategy, over 550 residents attended our events and gave valuable feedback on our proposals. The purpose of local area strategies is to  supplement the Strategic framework and take forward the principles of the Strategic Framework, allowing early activity in locations where a master plan will not be produced for a number of years.  

Regeneration in this large cluster would be focussed on a new village centre. This will incorporate the existing LIFT centre, a new primary school building to accommodate the proposed combination of Hatchford and Bennett's Well schools.

Following the strategic framework review which was agreed in June 2009 the new way of planning the regeneration is an approach based on Clusters. The cluster approach focuses on bringing forward regeneratiojn activities centred around large scale investments such as new schools and villages centres.

Spatial master planning is the process in which we bring forward the physical regeneration for an area. In the future a spatial master plan for the Bosworth Drive Cluster will be developed alongside the community and stakeholders and everyone within the cluster will have an opportunity to shape the spatial master plan for that area.

 

The Story So Far

The Strategic Framework, was agreed by Solihull Council in February 2005 after we consulted residents in 2004. It sets out how the Partnership intends to improve the physical and social infrastructure of North Solihull through major investment in schools, Village Centres, transport and green space. For more information click here

In 2006/07 we developed the South Area Strategy, over 550 residents attended our events and gave valuable feedback on our proposals. The purpose of local area strategies is to  supplement the Strategic framework and take forward the principles of the Strategic Framework, allowing early activity in locations where a master plan will not be produced for a number of years.  

 Alcott (a) and Chelmsley Wood Town Centre (b)

 a)The overall focus for the cluster is Chelmsley Wood town centre but it also includes the new primary school on the St. Anne's site.

• There are proposals to combine Alcott Hall Primary School with Coleshill Heath Primary School on a site yet to be determined.
• The cluster includes main distributor roads – Chelmsley Road & Moorend Avenue, which together with other key bus routes along Greenlands Road & Berwicks Lane results in good accessibility.

b) It also includes opportunities to improve areas of strategic green space and the River Cole corridor.- Chelmsley Wood Town Centre should be viewed in a slightly different context from the other clusters.

• It is the main centre in North Solihull and has benefited from work already undertaken by existing projects.
• The Town Centre Cluster will seek to maximise investment and become a more attractive destination.
• The cluster can provide development that complements its commercial and community activities and supports its links to the public transport network.

Delivering these changes will require partnership working with a wide range of land holding interests, service providers and the community.

Following the strategic framework review which was agreed in June 2009 the new way of planning the regeneration is an approach based on Clusters. The cluster approach focuses on bringing forward regeneratiojn activities centred around large scale investments such as new schools and villages centres.

Spatial master planning is the process in which we bring forward the physical regeneration for an area. In the future a spatial master plan for the Alcott Cluster will be developed alongside the community and stakeholders and everyone within the cluster will have an opportunity to shape the spatial master plan for that area.

 

North Arran Way is included in the North Area. The Neighbourhood Plan for this area has been completed following intensive consultation with local people and businesses in 2005 and 2006.

The Story So Far

In 2005, we worked with residents to develop a Neighbourhood Plan for this area. This Plan was approved in draft by the Council in November 2005. In March 2006 we sent local residents a Phasing Plan showing the order in which changes would take place.

If you are a resident, the most important thing to remember is that, if you do need to move home as part of the regeneration plans, we will visit you individually in your home and explain everything to you, including the financial help we can offer you.

We have already completed a number of milestones in the transformation of this neighbourhood:

• Neighbourhood Plan approved - 2005
• Phasing Plan approved - 2006
• Planning Application for first housing sites approved – May 2007
• Approx 200 new homes have been built, with 60 in progress.
• Planning Application for Village Centre approved – May 2007
• Smiths Wood Community Primary School completed Spring 2009.

For information about the housing schemes within your area click here.

Kingshurst and Babbs Mill are included in the North Area. The Neighbourhood Plan for this area has been completed following intensive consultation with local people and businesses in 2006 and 2007. 

The Story So Far

In 2005, we worked with local people to develop a Neighbourhood Plan for this area. This Plan was approved in draft by the Council in September 2006, and in Spring 2007 we sent residents a Phasing Plan showing the order in which changes would take place. (To download this plan click here). None of the dates have changed from those in the Phasing Plan we distributed in 2007.

If you are a resident, the most important thing to remember is that, if you do need to move home as part of the regeneration plans, we will visit you individually in your home and explain everything to you, including the financial help we can offer you.

We have already completed a number of milestones in the transformation of this neighbourhood:

• Neighbourhood Plan approved - 2006
• Phasing Plan approved – 2007
• The new Primary School in Kingshurst opened on the 21st January 2008, to find out more go to the education page.

For more details on the plans for Kingshurst & Babbs Mill, download the Phasing Plan.

Lancester Way is included in the Northern Area.

If you are a resident of Lanchester Way, you are still yet to go through a Neighbourhood Planning Process. You will be notified by post when this process starts, but the precise details of when this will take place are still to be decided - you can keep an eye on our website for updates.

 

The Story So Far

In June 2007 we ran a two-week consultation programme kicking off with a fun and information day in Lanchester Park. This gave us a chance to talk to residents in more detail about the North Solihull Strategic Framework and the plans for the area.

The Strategic Framework, was agreed by Solihull Council in February 2005 after we consulted residents in 2004. It sets out how the Partnership intends to improve the physical and social infrastructure of North Solihull through major investment in schools, Village Centres, transport and green space.

To download your copy of the Strategic Framework click here. Please note this is a large file and may take a few minutes to download.

You can also download our plans for the North Area, and our latest newsletter by clicking here.

Cooks Lane is included in the Northern Area.

If you are a resident of Cooks Lane, you are still yet to go through a Neighbourhood Planning Process. You will be notified by post when this process starts, but the precise details of when this will take place are still to be decided - you can keep an eye on our website for updates.

The Story So Far

We carried out the first stage of the South Area Strategy consultation in October 2006. Over 550 residents attended our events and gave valuable feedback on our proposals. To see the plans click here.

The next stage is to develop Neighbourhood Plans for the South Area. Residents will be notified by post when this process starts and we will invite you to come and give us your comments.

Craig Croft is included in the South Area. The Neighbourhood Plan for this area has been completed following intensive consultation with local people and businesses in 2006 and 2007. 

The Story So Far

In 2005, we worked with local people to develop a Neighbourhood Plan for this area. This Plan was approved in draft by the Council in November 2005, and in March 2006 we sent residents a Phasing Plan showing the order in which changes would take place. (To download this plan click here). Some of these dates have now changed from those in the Phasing Plan we distributed in March 2006. 

Craig Croft 8

Craig Croft 8 owner visits are to commence in January 2009 and Craig Croft 8 tenant visits are to commence in November 2008.

Craig Croft 9

Craig Croft 9 owner visits are to commence in September 2009/September 2010 and Craig Croft 9 tenant visits are to commence in September 2009.

 

The Story So Far

The aim is to talk to you in more detail on some of the things in the North Solihull Strategic Framework.

The Strategic Framework, was agreed by Solihull Council in February 2005 after we consulted residents in 2004. It sets out how the Partnership intends to improve the physical and social infrastructure of North Solihull through major investment in schools, Village Centres, transport and green space.

To download your copy of the Strategic Framework click here. Please note this is a large file and may take a few minutes to download.

However, we are not yet ready to look at improvements for the Central Area. Residents will be notified by post when this process starts and we will invite local people to come and talk to us about the proposed plans.