Beever Road
Category: Social Housing
Location: Sandwell, West Midlands
Project Size: 10 Bungalows + 8 Apartments
Status: Completed 2025
Project Brief
The brief was to deliver additional social housing for Sandwell Council on an underutilised site with challenging ground conditions; including mineshafts, watercourses, and contaminated land. The development needed to provide a mix of adaptable M(4)2 and wheelchair-accessible M(4)3 units, in accordance with Building Regulations Part M, while enhancing the local environment.
Our Approach
The project was developed collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to balance resident needs with site constraints. The design incorporated careful consideration of ground conditions, existing site features, and community safety. Wildlife habitats, open swales, and protected pedestrian footpaths were integrated alongside attractive landscaping to improve both aesthetics and functionality.
Outcome
Delivered 18 high-quality units, including adaptable and wheelchair-accessible homes. Removed neglected site, reducing anti-social behaviour and fly tipping. Created safe pedestrian routes through segregated walkways. Created and enhanced biodiversity, and respected local context.
“This is a proud moment for us. These new homes are a vital step in tackling the housing crisis and providing much-needed affordable homes for people in our community. It’s about more than just bricks and mortar – it’s about giving people a place to call home.”
– Councillor Vicki Smith, Sandwell Council’s Cabinet Member for Housing and Sustainable Development
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