Category Archives: Birmingham City Council

Mobile recycling van returns to Hazelwell

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If you’re planning a pre-Christmas clear out, the council’s Mobile Household Recycling Centre (MHRC) will return to Stirchley this month.

On Thursday 10th November, the MHRC will be visiting Hazelwell Fordrough (B30 2RX) between 7am and 12:00 midday. Refuse Management staff from Lifford Lane tip will be on hand to help ensure your items go in the right bins.

CAN BE RECYCLED: Recycle any household rubbish that cannot be reused; standard recycling materials that usually go in your recycling; garden waste; bigger items like toys or small household items. Batteries, lightbulbs, small electronics etc can be recycled.

NOT ACCEPTED: Building materials, white goods (like fridges), hazardous materials and larger items will not be accepted.

No commercial waste can legally be accepted at any of the MHRC’s and any such material will be turned away. Vans are accepted at the MHRC’s subject to a 10 item limitation and a legal declaration that the waste presented is not commercial in nature. As with the Bulky Waste Collection service 2 black bags equals 1 item.

Mobile Household Recycling returns to Stirchley

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Birmingham City Council’s Mobile Household Recycling Centre is visiting Stirchley again.  This time it will be on Lyndsworth  Road / Lockton Road, just off Cartland Road on Wednesday 12th October from 7am until 12 noon.

For those who might need to visit the tip but haven’t made an appointment or don’t have appropriate transport, this is a chance to get rid of some extra items. Refuse Management staff from Lifford Lane tip will be on hand to help ensure your items go in the right bins.

CAN BE RECYCLED: Recycle any household rubbish that cannot be reused; standard recycling materials that usually go in your recycling; garden waste; bigger items like toys or small household items. Batteries, lightbulbs, small electronics etc can be recycled.

NOT ACCEPTED: Building materials, white goods (like fridges), hazardous materials and larger items will not be accepted.

Community Infrastructure Levy small grants open for applications

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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

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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

Update on former Constituency Office

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Birmingham City Council has announced a new leaseholder for the former Constituency Office on Stirchley High Street.

Following months of discussions and negotiations, the lease has now been agreed between Grace Church and Birmingham City Council. Work will now focus around agreeing the formal lease, developing the plans for the site and securing funds for the works.

Having outgrown their current building on Dell Road, Grace Church aim to renovate the building, having also outlined their intentions to preserve the heritage and appearance because of its historical significance. Subject to planning permission and local consultation, they intend to undertake an extension to the rear of the building to allow greater flexibility and community use.

Further communications will be circulated by Birmingham City Council to advise when the works will commence.