A new skyscraper project in Birmingham has been approved, featuring a 37-storey tower near Hagley Road. This development will include 462 apartments and commercial spaces, replacing the vacant No. 1 Duchess Place office building as part of the New Garden Square development.
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00:00A new skyscraper project in Birmingham has been approved featuring a 37-storey tower
00:06near Hadley Road. This development will include 462 apartments and commercial spaces, replacing
00:12the vacant No. 1 Duchess Place office building as part of the new Garden Square development.
00:18Despite offering modern amenities, the project has sparked debate. Councillor David Barry
00:23expressed concerns about overshadowing nearby historic houses. Planning Officer Idris Gulfers
00:29acknowledged potential harm but stated that these benefits outweigh the drawbacks. Developers
00:35will contribute £1.9 million towards off-site affordable housing, equivalent to 8% of the
00:42development's apartments. The project is seen as a step forward, creating sustainable
00:46communities and enhancing amenities in the city. Approval is contingent on an assessment
00:52by Birmingham Airport and a legal agreement.
00:59For more information visit www.birmingham.gov.uk