Details of ambitious plans for hundreds of new homes in a small Solihull village have been unveiled by developers. The current Tidbury Green population of around 1,000 could see a significant increase if developer Summix FHS Development LLP's proposal to build 850 homes on green belt land south of Norton Lane is approved.
While a planning application has yet to be submitted, initial plans reveal that the development would include affordable homes and potential "supporting uses" such as a care/retirement home, food and beverage outlets, and a local convenience store. The developers also suggest that a public open space could be included in the plans.
The proposed site spans three parcels of land separated by Fulford Hall Road and Rumbush Lane and bound to the north by Norton Lane, totalling 58 hectares. A report by RPS group on behalf of Summix FHS Development, submitted to Solihull Council, states: "Initial masterplanning and other technical work have shown the site to be able to accommodate approximately 850 homes and other supporting uses, such as a care home and convenience store."
It adds: "The current proposals would perform as a strategic urban extension to Tidbury Green, with the ability to increase local service provision for new and existing residents, and whilst also benefitting from links to existing facilities, including train stations at Wythall and Earlswood."
The site currently consists of agricultural fields interspersed with trees and hedgerows.
The report adds: "The topography of the site is relatively flat and acts as a plateau before falling away to the west towards the River Cole, and to the south towards Clowes Wood."
Developers have now approached Solihull Council with a request to confirm whether the proposed development will need an environmental impact assessment before they submit an outline application.
