Solihull planners reject 'mini mansion' extension plan
Solihull Council rejects controversial Shirley home extension after planners cite 'conflicting information' over measurements and loss of light concerns. Read the full story.
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Wiltshire Council Mandates Social Housing
Wiltshire Council mandates social housing in new developments as 'affordable' homes prove unaffordable. Discover the policy shift impacting developers and residents.
New Rochdale planning applications validated
Rochdale Borough Council has validated new planning applications including glamping sites, telecom masts, and drive-thru facilities. Discover the latest developments shaping the borough.
Rochdale Planning Decisions: Major Projects Approved
Rochdale Borough Council has approved significant developments including a 30-bed hotel extension and telecom tower, while rejecting several home extensions. Discover the latest planning outcomes.
Luxury Dorridge house approved despite objections
A controversial five-bedroom luxury home in Solihull's Dorridge area gets planning approval. The planning chief expressed disappointment but found no grounds for refusal.
Council to refurbish pensioner's 'inhumane' home
Birmingham City Council will completely refurbish a widower's mould-ridden council house after his 'inhumane' living conditions were exposed. 67-year-old John Marshall will be moved to temporary accommodation during the works.
16-storey student block planned for Birmingham pub site
Plans for a 263-bed student accommodation on the former Golden Eagle pub site in Birmingham have been recommended for approval. The development promises regeneration benefits while acknowledging heritage concerns.
Labour urged to abolish stamp duty 'sin tax'
Property experts call on Chancellor Rachel Reeves to abolish stamp duty, saving households £16,000. Will the Autumn Budget bring a property tax revolution?
NatWest launches shared ownership mortgages
NatWest launches shared ownership mortgages and eases criteria for new builds and interest-only loans, aiming to help more customers achieve home ownership. Discover the new options.
Historic Manchester site becomes 321-bed student accommodation
A historic Manchester complex has been given a new lease of life as a £30m student accommodation project. The 321-bed development sensitively blends 125-year-old buildings with modern facilities. Discover how the past meets the present.
Walsall Green Belt Plan: 2,300 Homes Proposed
Walsall Council's draft local plan proposes building over 2,300 homes on green belt land. Have your say before the consultation closes on 19 December 2025.
Rochdale's Latest Planning Applications Revealed
A wave of new planning applications has been validated in Rochdale, including proposals for new homes, shopfronts, and infrastructure projects. Discover the latest developments pending consideration.
South Bristol's 510-Home Plan Takes Key Step Forward
Plans for 510 new homes in South Bristol progress as Allison Homes submits detailed application. The Centric Parc scheme includes affordable housing and green spaces. Discover the vision for this sustainable neighbourhood.
Handsworth residents halt 14-bed HMO plan
Furious Handsworth residents celebrate as council rejects 14-bed supported housing plan. Locals say area is treated as a 'dumping ground' for HMOs. Read the full story.
UK Bird Flu: National Poultry Lockdown Ordered
A spike in bird flu cases on UK farms prompts a national housing order. Discover the risks to humans and the new biosecurity measures in place. Stay informed.
850 new homes approved for Walsall's former industrial site
Major regeneration project approved for Phoenix 10 site in Darlaston, bringing hundreds of homes, green spaces and community facilities to Walsall's industrial heartland.
£80M West Midlands Housing Revolution Begins
A massive £80 million government cash injection is set to breathe new life into derelict West Midlands sites, creating thousands of homes and jobs while protecting green spaces from development.
£7bn social housing funding boost unveiled
The UK government announces a massive £7 billion funding injection for social housing, promising thousands of new affordable homes and major regeneration projects across the country.
Birmingham's Most Expensive Areas Revealed
New property data uncovers Birmingham's most expensive neighbourhoods, with affluent suburbs commanding premium prices in the city's competitive housing market.
Sandwell housing crisis: Council blamed for development delays
Sandwell Council faces mounting criticism as new data reveals a critical shortage of housing developments in the borough, with local leaders blaming planning delays and bureaucratic hurdles for the growing crisis.
Balsall Common Faces 100+ Home Green Belt Development
Controversial plans for over 100 new homes in Balsall Common have been submitted, sparking debate about green belt protection and local infrastructure capacity in the West Midlands village.
48 Homes Planned for Former Willenhall Social Club Site
Exciting redevelopment plans could see a former Willenhall social club transformed into 48 new homes, breathing new life into a disused brownfield site in the heart of the community.
Government inspector to rule on village housing development
Residents in a Worcestershire village await a crucial government ruling that could halt a major housing development threatening their local landscape and infrastructure.
West Midlands Plans 5,000 New Homes in Major Regeneration
Ambitious regeneration plans could transform the West Midlands with thousands of new homes, commercial spaces, and community facilities set to breathe new life into the region.
Oldbury housing development rejected on green belt land
Sandwell Council rejects controversial plans for 160 homes on Oldbury green belt land, prioritising environmental protection over housing needs in a landmark decision.
Thousands of new homes planned for Midlands region
Major development plans revealed for Midlands with thousands of new homes, infrastructure upgrades, and economic growth opportunities set to reshape the region's landscape.
UK Homebuyers Can Borrow 6 Times Salary
Major UK lenders including Halifax and Nationwide are dramatically increasing mortgage borrowing limits, offering hope to first-time buyers and those moving up the property ladder in a competitive housing market.
Wolverhampton eyesore finally set for demolition
Long-awaited demolition approved for vandal-plagued Willenhall site, paving way for new housing development in Wolverhampton community.
Care Repair Service Injects £4.6M into North Wales
Discover how a groundbreaking partnership between Conwy and Denbighshire has revolutionised home support for older residents, delivering massive economic and social benefits across North Wales.
Solihull veterans' HMO gets green light
A controversial plan to convert a five-bedroom Solihull property into accommodation for military veterans has been approved, overcoming significant local opposition and parking concerns.
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