Housing scheme set for Smith's Wood

PLANS to build a new housing development in Smith's Wood are set to move forward.
On Thursday evening, Solihull councillors agreed to the disposal of land along Arran Way, where 51 properties are due to be built.
The scheme, which will involve a mix of 39 houses and 12 apartments, received planning permission three years ago and will form part of the North Solihull Regeneration.
Coun Tim Hodgson, Deputy Leader of the Green group, said it was key that the project didn't create the sort of parking problems which have been experienced during previous developments elsewhere in the borough.
Addressing the council's cabinet, he said it was important to get the work "right first time".