Land East of Joseph House – Stratford Rd
Taylor Wimpey (developers) are consulting on proposals for some 120 new homes on ‘Land East of Joseph House, Stratford Road’. Full details about their [proposals can be found via their dedicated website, where you can also have ‘your say’:
This site accompanies the developments off Dog Kennel Lane that received outline planning permission last week.
Original proposals for the wider Dog Kennel Lane site did include this land, but was not subject to later planning applications by Taylor Wimpey, or adjoining land developers, Richborough Estates. The original proposals did also include access/egress to the whole development via the traffic island off the main A34 Stratford Road at Monkspath Hall Road. This proposal seeks access to serve only the 120 new homes on this parcel of land.
We have met with the applicants planning team and have stated we can not support the application. We feel that with outline permission for the development on Dog Kennel Lane being granted, reserved matters (which relate to the detailed development) has still to be determined and that commencement of any development itself is a long way off. We feel this proposal should wait until the councils own local development plan comes forward – due sometime in spring/summer next year.
Please visit the website so you can see what is proposed. You may also wish to make a comment or join the webinar this Thursday (18th December) between 6.30pm – 7.30pm via Microsoft Teams.
We anticipate a formal planning application being submitted later this month. This will have far more details, such as transport/highway issues will be addressed. It is only then that any formal comment should be made.
Dog Kennell Lane – Planning Committee
Dog Kennel Lane – Planning Committee
On Wednesday 10th December there are two sites on Dog Kennel Lane going before the planning committee
I have submitted the following statement to be placed on record
We are still awaiting the West Midlands Spatial Development Strategy, a document that could significantly shape how we prepare our Local Plan. Until this strategic direction is known, it is premature to progress major developments. With two large proposals totalling 1,200 houses on protected Green Belt land, I believe these plans should be paused. Moving ahead now risks locking our community into decisions that may conflict with regional policy, undermine long-term planning, and cause irreversible harm to our environment.
I also have concerns surrounding Infrastructure and sustainability
The community deserves absolute assurance that essential infrastructure is delivered before large-scale housing is completed. Roads, healthcare, schools, drainage and public services must be fully in place and operational to prevent unacceptable pressure on existing systems. Equally, flood-attenuation measures must be future-proof, designed not just for today’s climate but for the increasing rainfall and extreme weather patterns we are already experiencing. Too often, attenuation ponds and drainage schemes are built to minimum standards, leaving residents to face the long-term consequences. New development must prioritise resilient infrastructure from the outset to protect both current and future generations.
Cheswick Green – Tamworth Lane
Richborough Estates are promoting a new development on Tanworth Lane for 150 houses. This represents a further step in the ongoing over-development of the village and will place additional pressure on already-stretched local infrastructure. As this proposal progresses, I will continue to keep residents fully updated.
Foodbank Donations
The Trussell Trust and Nartex would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone at Tesco Shirley for your incredibly generous food donations over the past three days. Your support has been truly overwhelming, and we are deeply grateful. We would also like to thank the Lady Mayor and our local MP for their encouragement and support.
May we also take this opportunity to wish you all a very Happy Christmas and a prosperous New Year.
Taking the Green out of Tidbury Green
Taking the Green out of Tidbury Green
Our Green belt is under constant threat non more so than in Tidbury Green .
One application alone for 850 houses would double the size of the village and decimate the countryside forever.
Your voice and input is really important, if you feel the same please follow the link on the video .
Planning@solihull.gov.uk
Deadline 19th November 2025
Application nos. PL/2025/01937
For further advice check out the
Tidbury Green Community Action group facebook page
https://www.facebook.com/share/g/14NqHw9dUFw/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Heavy Rain – Call for Developers and Planners
Dog Kennel Lane is subject to two large planning applications and as part of their submissions they have to address flood attenuation measures. I call on all parties to ensure that Pools and Ponds are designed to future proof not only the development but to help prevent excess water from flowing into Dickens Heath and Cheswick Green . My concern is with our climate changing and prolonged and heavier rainfall forecast the capacity must be in place to offer protection
Road Safety in Blythe Ward
At last night’s Stronger Communities Board meeting, I called on our local police to deliver a more visible and effective approach to speed enforcement across Blythe Ward. While we greatly appreciate the valuable work of community speed watch groups, we need a stronger police presence to make our roads safer. I urged for increased use of mobile speed vans, handheld speed cameras, and, where appropriate, average speed systems alongside more public education on road safety. The Police acknowledged these concerns and confirmed they will review the matter and provide feedback on how enforcement and visibility can be improved.
Petition to Stop Development
Land South of Norton Lane
Land South of Norton Lane
A planning application (PL/2025/01937) has been submitted seeking permission for 850 new houses.
Cllr Keith Green and Cllr Ken Hawkins will be objecting to this proposal due to major local concerns.
The site lacks the necessary infrastructure, including roads, schools, and healthcare capacity, to support such a large development.
It also represents a further erosion of the Green Belt, threatening local character and open spaces. There are also serious biodiversity concerns, with potential harm to wildlife habitats and the loss of natural green areas.
At present, Tidbury Green has around 850 properties, so this proposal would double the size of the village.
Any large development of this scale would have a significant impact on road traffic and local services, affecting neighbouring communities as well.
We would therefore urge residents of Dickens Heath and Cheswick Green to also consider submitting their objections.
We will post further details shortly on how to object and the opportunity to sign a petition..
Any large development of this scale would have a significant impact on road traffic and local services, affecting neighbouring communities as well.
We would therefore urge residents of Dickens Heath and Cheswick Green to also consider submitting their objections.
We will post further details shortly on how to object and the opportunity to sign a petition.
Safeguarding Nature and Bio-diversity
Safeguarding Nature and Biodiversity
Recently, Cllr Ken Hawkins and I have formally asked Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council (SMBC) to ensure that all existing trees and hedgerows are fully protected before any new development is approved. We have also requested that any Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) arising from proposed developments be applied directly to the development site itself, rather than being used as an offset in other areas. This approach will help maintain local habitats, strengthen biodiversity, and ensure genuine environmental benefits within our community.
