An outline planning application is proposed to be submitted to Lichfield District Council as the local planning authority, in April 2026 involving approximately 4.3 hectares of land adjacent to Watling Street and west of Sir Robert Peel Hospital at Mile Oak, Fazeley.

The Applicants, Ms Charlotte Schollar, Messrs. H. and W. Shipley, are local to the area and have assembled an extensive project team which using the best available evidence, to design the most appropriate development on the site taking into account its size, condition and relationship to surrounding land uses.

OPTION A

Up to 118 dwellings together with a care home accommodating up to 80 bedrooms, together with 1 hectare of natural greenspace incorporating public open space, landscaping and biodiversity enhancements.

OPTION B

Up to 142 dwellings together with 1 hectare of natural greenspace incorporating public open space, landscaping and biodiversity enhancements.

In respect of both options, permission will be sought to confirm that the principle of development is acceptable. This will include illustrative layouts indicating the extent of development proposed. It will also seek detailed approval of the proposed access onto Watling Street. All other matters relating to the detailed layout including the design of the houses, care home and landscaping would be subject to a ‘reserved matters’ application to the local planning authority. At this stage therefore the principle of developing the Site is being sought.

Both schemes will include a mix of housing types and tenures, including 50% affordable homes.

Existing trees and the majority of existing hedgerows will be retained and enhanced with new planting. The development will deliver significant biodiversity improvements, enhancing its importance for nature and including extensive new tree planting.

Public open space and play facilities will also be provided which will be accessible to all.

PROPOSAL

Proposed new neighbourhood comprising market and affordable homes including the potential for an 80-bed care home, public open space, landscaping and highway improvements on land north of Watling Street and west of Sir Robert Peel Community Hospital, Mile Oak, Tamworth