City centre residential scheme approved
A development of 379 apartments in Birmingham’s Southside district has been given the go-ahead by the planning committee at Birmingham City Council.
The Timber Yard, a joint venture between Galliard Homes and Apsley House Capital, will provide a mix of one, two and three bedroom apartments, along with 10,000 sq ft of ground floor commercial units.
Stephen Conway, executive chairman of Galliard Homes, said: “We’re thrilled The Timber Yard is now one step closer to its groundbreaking. Birmingham offers great growth potential and with its lively cultural and social scene it’s the perfect place for young professionals looking for a new home.”
The scheme is called The Timber Yard in tribute to the history of the area, which was known for its timber and scrap metal yards and plywood and aluminium works.
It will be built on a 1.58-acre car park site on Pershore Street, and bounded by Claybrook Street, Hurst Street and Skinner Lane
Construction is expected to start on site later this year, with completion of the mixed-use scheme scheduled for 2021.
Robin Norstrom, director of Apsley House Capital, said: “Birmingham is a city with a growing reputation on both the national and international stage.
“Apsley House Capital, together with our joint venture partner Galliard Homes, recognises the potential and opportunity that Birmingham represents, which is why we have committed to developing more than 2,000 homes in the city, including up to 800 apartments and townhouses at Soho Loop and a mix of residential units at the AE Harris site in the Jewellery Quarter.”
