A TOTAL of 148 new homes could be built in Kidderminster town centre if a regeneration feasibility study is approved by Wyre Forest District Council’s Cabinet.
WSP and Hemingway Design have been appointed by the council to explore regeneration options across several key town centre sites.
These include the former Glades Leisure Centre site, Bromsgrove Street car park, and No. 8 and No. 9 Worcester Street.
Their indicative masterplan proposes the creation of 148 new homes, comprising a mix of 82 town houses and 66 apartments. The scheme would aim to attract a new demographic to the town centre, offering an exciting and unique residential environment for young professionals, families, and older residents. The development will also improve connectivity by enhancing pedestrian and cycle routes, reducing reliance on cars, and promoting sustainable living.
Coun Dan Morehead, Wyre Forest District Council’s Cabinet Member with responsibility for Economic Regeneration, Planning and the Green Agenda said: “The vision is to create a vibrant ‘urban village’, providing a high-quality mix of rental and ownership properties.
“We think it will make an attractive location for homes as it will be close to local amenities as well as open spaces and employment opportunities.
“This would also bring allocated brownfield land to development.”
Feasibility study
If the feasibility study is approved, the next steps would be to secure a joint venture partner for the development.
The Council’s Overview and Scrutiny Committee will discuss the study at its meeting on Thursday, April 3.
Any recommendations from that meeting will then be considered at the Cabinet meeting on April 8.
Both meetings will be available to view online on the council’s website: wyreforestdc.gov.uk/streaming so residents can stay up-to-date with proceedings.
If the Cabinet approves the study, the council would work to secure a joint venture partner this year and hope to start construction work on site by the end of 2026 or early 2027.
