Community Infrastructure Levy small grants open for applications

Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) is a charge which is levied by local authorities on new developments within a ward.  The levy available differs from ward to ward based on the type and size of development(s).

The Be Bold Local Element CIL Small Grants Fund is aimed at supporting ward-based community groups and organisations who are well-established in their local communities and have a deep understanding of local priorities.

Stirchley ward has a total of £20,000 available, where interested community groups can apply for a maximum of £2,000. Proposed activities must be linked to the priorities identified in the Stirchley Ward Plan 2018 – 2022.

Small, local, grassroots organisations with an annual turnover of less than £50,000 will be eligible to apply for the fund to carry out activities in Stirchley. The proposer should have a group bank account or be able to identify a sponsor organisation to hold the funds of behalf of the group. Applications can include items such as activities, staffing, volunteer costs and equipment which will support your group or organisation.

To apply: complete this short application form and email it to  NDSU@birmingham.gov.uk

The deadline for applications is Wednesday 19th October 2022. Decisions will be communicated week commencing 5th December 2022.

Councillor’s Stirchley Ward meeting

Agenda

1. Welcome & Introductions from the Chair

2. Details on the proposed Aldi Store, Pershore Road - Your opportunity to hear about the proposals and ask questions about the draft plans

3. Briefing on Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) Funding

4. Ward Action Plan

5. Local Issues/Updates

Councillor Mary Locke will be hosting her quarterly Stirchley Ward meeting this Wednesday 28th September at Stirchley Baths from 7pm.

On the agenda will be an update on the Aldi development on Hazelwell Street, near the British Oak pub. The development also includes the triangle of land opposite the development and pub, on the island. This is due to be public realm space.

There will also be an update on Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) funding. CIL is a charge levied by local authorities on new developments within a ward.  The levy available differs from ward to ward based on the type and size of developments.

There will be a chance to discuss the Ward Action Plan and further updates on local matters.

All are welcome to attend the meeting, but if you require any more information please contact Kay Thomas, Community Governance Manager, Birmingham City Council on kay.thomas@birmingham.gov.uk

September meeting

See below the agenda with a link to the minutes of our latest meeting in July.
Again the meeting will be in the Community Church and online on Zoom.

Agenda – Monday 12th September, 7.30pm
Stirchley Community Church, Hazelwell Street, Stirchley
Also online using Zoom using this link

  1. Welcome
  2. Apologies
  3. Minutes of meeting 11th July 2022 (posted here)
  4. Matters Arising
  5. What will be the likely effect of the cost of living and rising energy prices on Stirchley? What can the Stirchley community do to help?
  6. Police Update
  7. Planning issues
  8. Networking
  9. Any other business

Next Forum meeting Monday 10th October 2022
Forum AGM Monday 14th November 2022

Developments on the triangle

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Photo of building work taken by Michael Jones

After many years of being boarded up, those visiting the high street this week have noticed some rumblings on the triangle of land on island Hazelwell Road, between the the British Oak and Printgo and backs onto Stirchley Community Church.

The land is due to be turned into much needed public realm. It includes curves benches and interconnecting paths that will make it easier to cross from one side of the high street to the other. Where the paths cross there is a due to be concrete block paving in buff (a light brownish yellow, ochreous colour) and red colours. This is part of the Aldi development on Hazelwell Lane, which is progressing at some pace

Paving generally: Charcon Europa 200 x 100 x 60mm concrete block paving, laid 45° herringbone pattern on 50mm sharp sand base. Block colour: Charcoal.
Inner circle: 1300mm diameter Charcon Europa 200 x 100 x 60mm concrete block paving, laid radially on 50mm sharp sand base. Block colour: Buff.
Outer circle: 2500mm diameter Charcon Europa 200 x 100 x 60mm concrete block paving, laid radially on 50mm sharp sand base. Block colour: Red.
Seating units: 4 no. Marshalls ‘Rendezvous City’ curved bench units, with cast iron ends and stainless steel seat section. Units to be bolted to block paving.

Plans submitted to birmingham city council

Below are the a screenshot of the proposed site plan submitted to Birmingham City Council as part of Aldi’s planning application.

No August meeting

As tradition, there will be no August meeting for the Stirchley Neighbourhood Forum as we’ve typically found people tend to be away or unavailable.

The minutes for July’s meetings are available here.

The Forum will return on Monday 12th September, from 7.30pm. At this stage it is intended to be a hybrid online or in person meeting, however things may change between then and now.

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