Birmingham defers decision on Simpson Haugh’s five-tower scheme amid tall building fears

By Tom Lowe2025-04-14T12:27:00

Councillors argue city is drifting in a ‘New York direction’ without any clear policy on high-rise development

Councillors have deferred a planning decision on Simpson Haugh’s five-tower housing scheme in Birmingham due to concerns over the proliferation of tall buildings in the city.

Urban regeneration developer Vita Group’s 1,200-home Goods Station scheme had been recommended for approval by planning officers ahead of Birmingham city council’s planning committee meeting last Thursday.

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