Solihull planning chair Bob Grinsell criticised Caroline Ownsworth for unauthorised building alterations in Birch Tree Grove, warning developers to seek permission first despite approving the retrospective application.
Temporary scaffolding and a tunnel at Birmingham's Grade II-listed Rotunda have been in place since early 2023. Work to replace glass panels with aluminium is expected to start later this year.
Solihull Council approved an extension for a Widney Lane property residents call an 'eyesore,' fearing it could become an HMO. The semi-detached home already has multiple extensions, and neighbours worry about overdevelopment and drainage issues.
Rossendale Borough Council registered planning applications up to June 26, including decking replacement, tree felling, new dwellings, and garage conversions.
A gang has been jailed for over 50 years for a revenge shooting in Moseley, Birmingham, where Shakeel Ali was lured, rammed, and shot twice.
Walsall council votes to disclose documents on Leather Museum within 21 days, as Tory leader insists there's nothing to hide amid fight to keep museum at historic site.
Exeter City Council has voted to bring the Market Street car park back in-house after NCP's administration, expecting annual income of around £425,000.
Hyndburn Borough Council has received planning applications including a major wind turbine near Bacup, hospital demolition screening, and school fencing, among others, for the week of June 15-21.
Walsall Council refused plans for a 12-bedroom HMO in a former Willenhall DIY shop, citing oversaturation, community cohesion concerns, and a direct line of sight into a children's dance school.
A proposal to convert a solicitors' office at 336 Stratford Road, Shirley into a six-room dental practice has been submitted to Solihull Council by Dr Parekh.
Sandwell Reform UK councillor Ritchie Massey has re-submitted a planning application for Massey's Cafe in Oldbury, which opened without permission in 2024 and was rejected in 2025.
Demolition of unused parts of Prescot Shopping Centre is complete, paving the way for a £multi-million regeneration including a new library, museum, homes, and retail space.
IDC Architecture received approval to convert its Eagle Street offices into four ground-floor apartments, joining nearby buildings in residential use. Conditions include a noise assessment and a front door requirement.
Four men will stand trial in November 2025 for the murder of a West Midlands man found with severe burns. The victim was discovered in a car park on February 3, 2025, and died from his injuries.
Solihull planning committee chair Cllr Bob Grinsell criticised an applicant for building a home with changes before gaining permission, urging developers to seek approval first.
Aston Villa are among three Champions League clubs interested in Newcastle United forward Nick Woltemade, with a €65 million price tag and potential loan move reported.
Solihull Council approves house extension on Widney Lane despite flood risk concerns, adding condition for flood risk assessment before development.
A Birmingham city council sub-committee has mandated seven strict licensing conditions for Luna Springs nightclub following a double stabbing at a drum and bass event in May.
A decision on expanding Tividale Mosque in Sandwell has been postponed due to insufficient parking spaces, despite plans to triple its size.
Sandwell Council approves 100 flats and homes on former GKN factory site next to Midland Metropolitan University Hospital as part of £750m regeneration.
Rossendale Borough Council lists planning applications including a wind turbine, house extensions, and a residential care home for children.
The BBC is trialling a TV Licence change by displaying QR code pop-ups during World Cup matches, urging viewers to pay the £180 fee. The trial has sparked mixed reactions from fans.
A roundup of planning applications registered with Hyndburn Borough Council between June 8 and June 14, including prior approval, discharge of conditions, and full plans.
A planning application for a five-bedroom house on green belt land behind Ye Olde Saracens Head in Balsall Common has been submitted, arguing it's suitable 'grey belt' development.
Dudley Council planners reject plans to convert Victorian buildings in Brierley Hill into an 18-bed HMO, citing harm to conservation area character.
Dudley Council spent over £600,000 on a local plan that will be obsolete upon adoption due to changes in government housing targets, cabinet members were told.
A former councillor argues a garden outbuilding conversion in Walsall causes no harm, despite planners recommending refusal for the second time.
Over 260 new homes approved on site of demolished Stirling Prize-winning Centenary Building in Salford, despite criticism from councillor comparing design to post-war East Berlin.
A petition with 884 signatures opposes turning a former hardware shop into a 12-bed HMO. Walsall Council planning committee will decide on June 18.
Latest planning applications registered with Rossendale Borough Council up to June 12, including housing, tree works, and change of use proposals.