Fresh twist for major 3,500-home development

Plans for a major regeneration scheme delivering up to 3,500 homes have gone back to public consultation after the original planning approval was cancelled.

The 20-year project is being brought forward by Birmingham City Council in partnership with developer Lovell.

Outline planning consent was originally granted in October 2025. However, following legal action relating to the consent, the council agreed to cancel the approval.

The application will now return to the Planning Committee for a fresh decision later this year.

Before then, residents are being given another opportunity to comment on the proposals.

More social rented homes added

The revised plans increase the proportion of social rented housing delivered through the outline application.

Previously, 11.4% of the proposed homes were designated for social rent. That figure has now increased to 20%.

Meanwhile, the wider regeneration commitment remains for at least 51% of homes to be affordable once the project is complete.

Existing council tenants within the regeneration area will also be offered replacement homes. In addition, homeowners will receive a financial package designed to enable them to remain locally.

The proposals include new and improved open spaces, play areas and recreational facilities.

This marks the third formal consultation period for the application.

Previous submissions will remain on record. However, residents can make further representations before councillors reconsider the scheme.

The consultation runs from 7 September until 7 October 2026.

Cllr Baber Baz, cabinet member for housing and homelessness at Birmingham City Council, said: “The consultation period has opened for residents of the Druids Heath area to give their thoughts and opinions on our masterplan to regenerate and bring up to 3,500 new homes to local people.

“I would encourage people to take part before the 7 October deadline. Support is available through Planning Aid England and Loconomy, and information on how to give your views is also available on the Druid Heaths website.”