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UK: Bluecastle Capital has submitted plans for more than 700 build-to-rent (BTR) apartments in a 53-storey tower in Birmingham.
The former Marks & Spencer’s site is included as one of ten key locations identified in the city’s Central Heart prospectus. Bluecastle says the scheme, if approved, will create a new ‘front door’ to Birmingham that reflects the city’s global ambitions.
The submitted scheme includes plans for 729 BTR apartments, and 3,200 square feet of ground floor space for retail and food and beverage outlets.
Around of half of the 0.8-acre site would be earmarked for public realm, with a 65-foot feature wall, a city sculpture, and lighting installations.
A spokesperson for planning consultancy Iceni Projects said: “On behalf of Bluecastle Capital, we have submitted a major planning application to Birmingham City Council for the redevelopment of 42 High Street. Occupying a prominent position within the Central Heart and sitting opposite the new HS2 (High Speed Two) Ltd Curzon Street station, the new building would form the backdrop to a visitor’s first image of Birmingham as they emerge from the station, creating a new front door to the city. The proposals would play a major role in the ongoing regeneration of the city centre and the wider West Midlands Combined Authority region, supporting future investment and reinforcing Birmingham’s status on the international stage.”
The scheme has been designed by Squire & Partners and Layer.studio.
Highlights:
- Bluecastle Capital has submitted plans for more than 700 build-to-rent (BTR) apartments in a 53-storey tower in Birmingham
- The former Marks & Spencer’s site is included as one of ten key locations identified in the city’s Central Heart prospectus
- The submitted scheme includes plans for 729 BTR apartments, and 3,200 square feet of ground floor space for retail and food and beverage outlets
- Around of half of the 0.8-acre site would be earmarked for public realm, with a 65-foot feature wall, a city sculpture, and lighting installations
