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Draft Supplementary Planning Document

April 2019 1 Waterside promenade 1 Paprocany Lake Waterfront, Tychy, Poland. RS+ Robert Skitek Architects. Image © Tomasz Zakrzewski 1

2 Contemporary watersport facility with innovative design Floating Kayak Club, Vejle Fjord, Denmark. FORCE4 Architects. Image © Søren Aagaard

3 High-quality architecture providing panoramic views Welsh Water Centre, Llandegfedd Reservoir, Wales. Hall and Bednarczyk Architects. Image © James Morris

4 Member of the Birmingham All Year Round Swimming Club 1908

5 Sailing on the reservoir Image © Midlands Sailing Club Foreword page 3

2 3 1 2 Introduction page 5 Context page 9

Contents 3 4 Vision page 15 Delivery page 29 Big moves Development principles

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2 2 Floating Kayak Club, Vejle Fjord, Denmark. 3 Architect FORCE4 Architects Image © Søren Aagaard

Edgbaston Reservoir is one of Birmingham’s most important open spaces combining opportunities for sport and recreation with valuable natural habitats and tranquil environments.

We are delighted to be launching this masterplan as the first step toward realising the full potential of the reservoir as a wonderfully unique asset for the residents of Birmingham.

With the city’s population set to grow by 10% over the next 15 years, open spaces such as Edgbaston Reservoir will provide a unique asset to support the health and well-being of existing and future residents.

1 Through this masterplan, the City Council is promoting the important role of the reservoir, and defining a vision for an asset of regional importance that offers a diverse mix of 2 activities, set within a rich natural environment.

Building on its role as a centre for water sports, there are huge opportunities to enhance the reservoir as a public open space and improve its offer to create a major leisure destination that provides for both residents and visitors alike.

The size of the reservoir means that alongside its role as a leisure destination, its valuable natural habitats for fauna and flora can be treasured and enhanced, and its important heritage celebrated.

In promoting its role as a multifaceted place, we can maximise the social and environmental benefits of the reservoir, and help underpin the delivery of our inclusive economic growth agenda. Foreword

Councillor Ian Ward Councillor Sharon Thompson Leader Cabinet Member for Homes and Neighbourhoods Birmingham City Council Birmingham City Council

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The reservoir serves “a wide range of “ communities 1

1 Bostanlı Footbridge and Sunset Lounge, Bostanlı Mahallesi, Turkey. Studio Evren Basbug Architects Image © ZM Yasa Architecture Photography

2 Image © Sea Cadets

3 Waterside promenade Paprocany Lake Waterfront, Tychy, Poland. RS+ Robert Skitek Architects. Image © Tomasz Zakrzewski

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Edgbaston Reservoir is an important open space and the second largest body of water in the city. It is a destination for water based sport and recreation, and provides significant value in terms of ecology and biodiversity. Located on the doorstep of the city centre, the reservoir serves a wide range of communities and acts as a visitor destination. The reservoir and its surrounding environment is an underutilised resource that could benefit from significant investment.

The City Council has produced this Purpose masterplan to establish the future vision for The masterplan is being prepared as a the reservoir, and define how the unique formal Supplementary Planning Document recreation, heritage, and natural capital (SPD) to ensure the vision of a vibrant value can be maximised. reservoir, supports a thriving community.

The masterplan has been brought forward In line with the National Planning Policy in the context of the plans for the city centre Framework, this SPD will add detail and and the Greater Icknield area. Both are guidance to the statutory Birmingham seeing major growth, delivering new homes, Development Plan (BDP). It will expand *City Hospital jobs and infrastructure, and attracting on core policies (including BDP Policy DUDLEY ROAD greater numbers of visitors. Growth Area 2), to ensure the coordinated and comprehensive development and It is vital that the future of the reservoir is management of Edgbaston Reservoir.

CITY ROAD defined so that it can evolve to meet the *Summerfield Park needs of the city’s growing population, This draft SPD sets out clear principles of whilst conserving and enhancing the what is expected from future development. important assets that exist there today. It provides flexibility to ensure detailed Port Loop *Development approaches are established through the PLAN 1 Context This masterplan has been produced in planning application process. Alongside ICKNIELD PORT ROAD Key Edgbaston Arena Birmingham partnership with The Canal and Rivers other policies and guidance, this document Reservoir * Trust and Sport England. It defines the Big will be a material consideration when Masterplan boundary Tower Ballroom CITY Moves and development principles that will determining planning applications on this * CENTRE maximise the important role of the reservoir, site. Canal network *Brindleyplace and deliver the highest-quality environment LADYWOOD MIDDLEWAY West Coast rail line for the future. Following consultation on this draft SPD, ROTTON PARK ROAD *Waterworks Tower comments will be taken into consideration, Greater Icknield Growth Area Investment in the reservoir will conserve and necessary changes made, prior to its *Perrott’s Folly the unique character, maintain viability of adoption. n BROAD STREET NORTH existing uses, and improve facilities to meet *Five Ways future demand. HAGLEY ROAD

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1 Coots resident at the reservoir

2 Boats stored at the Midland Sailing Club

3 View towards the city centre skyline

Edgbaston Reservoir

is an important part “ “ of Birmingham’s

industrial heritage Context

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2 Haywood’s 1917 masterplan for the central area of Birmingham 10 11 Context 3 An event at the reservoir towards the end of the 19th century 3 2 Completed in 1829, Edgbaston Reservoir is an important part of Birmingham’s industrial heritage, having been designed by Thomas Telford. It is a key open space that serves a wide community with a range of opportunities for leisure and recreational activity. 4 Covering approximately 32 hectares, with The growing popularity of Victorian 24 hectares of open water, the reservoir seaside resorts influenced development is regarded as a haven for wildlife and an at the reservoir. During the early part of unrivalled natural asset. The reservoir is the twentieth century, a masterplan was designated as a Local Nature Reserve and a produced by Architect William Haywood, Site of Importance for Nature Conservation. for an extensive Pleasure and Zoological A variety of woodland, grassland and Garden (see image 4). It proposed a grand wetland habitats surround the open water boulevard connecting the reservoir to a supporting bird, bat and newt species. redesigned Centenary Square. Although never realised, these plans indicate the The reservoir’s original purpose was to refill value placed on the reservoir over a century Birmingham’s canals, and their important ago as a key recreational asset for health, function continues today. Historically it sport and entertainment. also performed cultural and public health functions. In the Victorian era, illnesses such The reservoir’s heritage is reflected in the as tuberculosis, and increased levels of range of historic assets across the site pollution in the city, led to great importance including the Grade II Listed Reservoir Lodge placed on access to fresh air and open and depot buildings, as well as the locally space. listed dam, reservoir, and ancillary structures.

4 Haywood’s 1918 scheme for the Pleasure and Zoological Gardens

5 The original Victorian entrance to the reservoir

6 The Birmingham All Year Round Swimming Club in 1908 Timeline 5 6 First record of the Anglo Saxon Construction of the Icknield Port Roach Pool transforms Joseph Gillott purchases a large Construction The reservoir evolves into a pleasure William Haywood and Neville Chamberlain develop Plans explored for the area name ‘rot tun’ meaning Loop, part of James Brindley’s canal into Edgbaston Reservoir area of John Perrott’s estate to of Edgbaston resort with a roller-skating rink, jetty for visionary plans for a Pleasure and Zoological development of an inland Edgbaston Reservoir ‘cheerful farm’ from Birmingham to Wolverhampton to feed the new canal develop a middle class suburb Waterworks boat hire, and small steam ship Gardens at Edgbaston Reservoir (never realised) lido (never realised) Masterplan launched

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Completion of Perrott’s Folly, Thomas Telford’s Erection of Reservoir Lodge First records of Charles Blondin tightrope Midland Sailing Club Skating rink converted to a dance hall Galaland lease of the reservoir commissioned by J. Perrott straight canal route and public promenade rowing on the walks across the reservoir in established ‘The Tower Ballroom’ thought to be sold to Butlins Ltd with plans for an to view his country estate established around the reservoir reservoir front of crowds of spectators named after Blackpool’s Tower Ballroom amusement park (never realised)

Timeline compiled from sources including Midland Sailing Club, Birmingham Rowing Club, Birmingham Forum, Birmingham History Forum, William Dargue’s ‘A history of Birmingham places and place names’, the Birmingham Mail and the Birmingham Gazette.

Images courtesy of Mac Joseph: www.oldladywood.co.uk Plans sourced with the assistance of Stephen Hartland, Birmingham and West Midlands Victorian Society.

edgbaston reservoir / context context / edgbaston reservoir DUDLEY ROAD Today, one of the reservoir’s additional The planned new urban neighbourhood 12 functions is as an established centre for at Icknield Port Loop, consisting of 1,150 13 water-based activities, including the Midland homes, will sit directly adjacent to the Sailing Club, Birmingham Rowing Club, reservoir. The first 207 homes and public Birmingham Canoe Club, and the TS Vernon open space of this development, started on Sea Cadets. site in 2018, and a new swimming pool is due to open on site in 2019. Surrounded by existing communities, the reservoir serves as an important resource for The masterplan sets out the potential for SUMMERFIELD local people, with several active community the reservoir to become a destination for PARK groups. The reservoir’s location within the existing and new communities, providing Greater Icknield Growth Area, and to the a high-quality open space and a variety of west of the city centre, reflects its important activities. role in the city’s future growth plans. With the development plans for the city centre PORT LOOP well underway, and a further 3,000 new DEVELOPMENT homes and 1,000 new jobs being delivered over the next ten years across the Greater Icknield area, the reservoir will provide GILLOTT ROAD a valuable resource for the expanding population. 1

1 Birmingham Canoe Club LADYWOOD MIDDLEWAY ICKNIELD PORT ROAD

2 View of the city centre skyline across the reservoir

PLAN 2 Masterplan boundary

Key Masterplan boundary 2 Edgbaston Reservoir PORTLAND ROAD

MONUMENT ROAD n NORTH

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14 2 Image © Sea Cadets 15 3 Waterside promenade Paprocany Lake Waterfront, Tychy, Poland. RS+ Robert Skitek Architects. Image © Tomasz Zakrzewski

Vision Biodiversity and heritage“ “will be celebrated

edgbaston reservoir / vision vision / edgbaston reservoir Jock Marshall Reserve Nature Walk, Melbourne, Australia. Urban Initiatives 16 Vision Image © Vantage Drones 17

Edgbaston Reservoir will become one of the city’s most valuable open spaces, set within an ecologically rich natural environment. It will provide a regional destination where local residents and visitors can enjoy a unique mix of land and water-based leisure and recreation activities. The natural landscape, biodiversity, and heritage, will be celebrated to create a safe distinctive place that supports the improved health and well-being of residents.

The transformation of key development sites around the reservoir will introduce new life and activity. It will enhance the visitor experience and quality of place, and provide the opportunity for new and existing residents to come together.

This vision will be secured through the delivery of the following Big Moves: DUDLEY ROAD BIG MOVES Thomas Telford Place biodiversity is protected. The integration of The creation of a landmark development will education and recreation uses will promote bring new life and activity to the reservoir, interaction with the natural environment. activate the waterfront, and deliver a CANAL range of uses with improved public realm. Through a comprehensive approach to the Promenade Loop former Tower Ballroom and Osler Street A transformed pedestrian and cycling route Park, the development will provide a mix will provide a unique experience creating a of residential, community and leisure uses continuous high-quality environment along the water’s edge. The loop will connect to enhance the reservoir. Development will GILLOTT ROAD integrate built form with the creation of a to the city’s wider walking and cycling new promenade. This will provide a unique networks, encouraging more people to focal point and optimise use of the water. access the reservoir, and enjoy the health CANAL and well-being benefits.

ICKNIELD PORT ROAD EDGBASTON Reservoir View RESERVOIR This gateway location will deliver a diverse Tolkien Walk mix of uses that will utilise the existing A signposted walking trail will celebrate the heritage buildings and respond to the canal rich heritage and culture at the reservoir, PLAN 3 Big moves setting and view across the reservoir. The and provide a key visitor attraction. The ROTTON PARK ROAD introduction of new forms of development route will connect the reservoir to the Key will enhance the arrival experience, and historic Roundhouse in the city centre Thomas Telford Place open up connections between the Icknield along the canal network. It will encourage Port Loop development, canal and reservoir. movement between buildings such as Reservoir View Perrott’s Folly and Edgbaston Waterworks Tower. These towers are thought to have Natural parkland Natural parkland influenced J R R Tolkein to write ‘The Two Promenade Loop The parkland area will enhance the natural Towers’ in the Lord of the Rings series. PORTLAND ROAD environment by creating a tranquil setting There is also the opportunity to create a Tolkien Walk MONUMENT ROAD for the local community and visitors. This new entrance to the reservoir as part of n family-friendly environment will broaden the development of the Waterworks site. NORTH reservoir offer, and ensure that the valuable

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Illustrative image showing the potential development opportunity on the Tower Ballroom Site that would increase activity, accommodate watersports users and provide an attractive promenade

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DEVELOPMENT PRINCIPLES Alongside the big moves, the following development principles will be at the forefront of delivering the vision for the reservoir and will guide future development:

Connectivity local residents to enjoy. A dynamic mix of Development will significantly enhance sporting and leisure uses will diversify the accessibility and reconnect the reservoir offer, alongside residential use. This will to new developments and the wider city. fully maximise the opportunity and ensure The improvement of walking and cycling vibrancy, whilst maintaining places for quiet 2 routes, alongside the creation of a high- enjoyment of the reservoir landscape. quality public realm, and managed vehicular access, will be central to the transformation of the area. Design 3 Future development will be of a high quality, respond to surrounding context, Activity complement the reservoir’s character, and Edgbaston Reservoir will incorporate a conserve and enhance important natural major recreational offer for visitors and and historic environment assets.

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1 Zip wire activity 5 Boathouse featuring imaginative use of materials and 7 high-quality architecture University College Boathouse, Oxford, England. 2 Watersport facility with purpose built wet area, Belsize Architects integrated storage and viewing platform Image © Belsize Architects Floating Kayak Club, Vejle Fjord, DenmarFORCE4 Architects Image © Søren Aagaard 6 High-quality glazing design providing panoramic views The Hide, Tophill Low Nature Reserve, Yorkshire. Group Ginger Architects 3 Junior sailing session at the Midlands Sailing Club Image © Jim Stephenson Image © Midlands Sailing Club

7 Bird hide using sustainable materials 4 Waterside promenade The Hide, Tophill Low Nature Reserve, Yorkshire. Paprocany Lake Waterfront, Tychy, Poland. Group Ginger Architects RS+ Robert Skitek Architects. Image © Jim Stephenson Image © Tomasz Zakrzewski

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Development will deliver improvements to Improved connections to the reservoir will PLAN 4 Connectivity connectivity and permeability. The reservoir be complemented by enhanced entrance will be better integrated into the fabric of points around the perimeter. New and Key the city, and more easily accessible from existing entrances will encourage movement Masterplan boundary key transport hubs, such as the planned from surrounding communities. These Metro and Sprint stops on Hagley Road, will prioritise people on foot and by bike, Promenade Loop and existing bus connections on local roads. be clearly marked, and create a safe, Tolkien Walk Walking and cycling will be encouraged welcoming environment for visitors and local from the city centre along the canal network residents. Cycle parking facilities should be Walking and cycling route and other sign-posted routes (BDP Policy provided at appropriate entrance points, Canal link TP39 and TP40). and cycle hire facilities would be supported PORT LOOP at a suitable location at the reservoir. New development blocks DEVELOPMENT The promenade loop around the reservoir Canal will build on the existing pedestrian Although visitors will be encouraged to use network. The 2.5km perimeter path is sustainable modes of transport, safe and n GILLOTT ROAD already popular with dog walkers, runners, secure car parking provision is required. NORTH Harborne Walkway and cyclists. An upgraded path with an This will need to be coordinated across all-weather surface, bespoke signage, and the entire site. Parking and servicing additional seating, will significantly improve should make efficient use of land, be waterside access, and encourage people located away from the waterside, and be to complete the circular route. The paths well managed. Provision for boat, trailer, will be designed to accommodate growth minibus and coach parking facilities will in walking and cycling and minimise conflict need to be delivered to meet the needs of

between users. It is vital that routes are activity providers. An updated city-wide Car EDGBASTON LADYWOOD MIDDLEWAY RESERVOIR ICKNIELD PORT ROAD attractive and useable by people of all ages Parking Supplementary Planning Document 1 Waterside walk with regular vantage points and abilities, therefore accessible, step-free is currently being prepared. This will set Bondi to Bronte Coast Walk Extension, Sydney, Australia. Aspect Studios routes will be prioritised. out the city’s parking strategy and revised Image © Florian Groehn parking standards. 2 Waterside promenade with integrated seating Existing pedestrian and cycling connections Bostanlı Footbridge and Sunset Lounge, Bostanlı Mahallesi, Turkey. Studio Evren Basbug Architects will be strengthened and enhanced. This Image © ZM Yasa Architecture Photography

will include links to the Harborne Walkway ROTTON PARK ROAD and canal network via the Icknield Port Loop 1 development. Improved walking, cycling, and public transport routes will also connect 2 the reservoir with nearby neighbourhoods.

The reservoir provides a unique opportunity to encourage movement along the canal network directly from the city centre. In addition to walking and cycling, innovative transport solutions such as water taxis could capitalise on the canal infrastructure. Reservoir View will create a gateway PORTLAND ROAD

from the canal network, increasing the MONUMENT ROAD importance of, and footfall to the reservoir.

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1 High-quality public realm with a vibrant mix of uses Edgbaston Reservoir will develop a dynamic Thomas Telford Place The leisure and recreation hub The masterplan supports the provision of Gaol Ferry Steps at Wapping Wharf, Bristol, England. mix of land and water based activities Development of the Tower Ballroom Site will successfully integrate with the uses, such as boardwalks, picnic areas, play Gillespies/Umberslade and Muse Developments Image © Jim Stephenson to create a green leisure destination for and Osler Street Park will provide a focal redevelopment of the site and could facilities, and a zip line where they enhance Birmingham’s residents and visitors. point for the reservoir, and incorporate a incorporate a number of buildings. It will be the reservoir and do not negatively impact 2 Sauna with view of the water Grotto Sauna, Georgian Bay, Canada. variety of uses and attractive public spaces. a high-quality development, neighbouring on identified assets. Uses will protect the PARTISANS Architects 1 A range of water based activities will be These will complement and diversify the promenade, with active frontages and site’s rich biodiversity and its designation Image © Jonathan Friedman supported where they contribute to the existing activity. Proposals could include an integrated solution to storage and as a Local Nature Reserve (BDP Policy overall vision for the reservoir. Existing development on existing open space to access. TP8). Activity will encourage interaction water based clubs will be supported help deliver the vision for the reservoir. with nature through sensitive development 2 to consolidate in one area to create a Compensation for the open space, including Existing water sports clubs could remain of nature walks, bird hides, and a wildlife hub of activity. There are national and multi-use games area, would need to be in their existing locations where they education centre. international examples of activities that agreed (BDP Policy TP9). This could include contribute to the overall vision of the have been successfully introduced at large incorporating facilities within the new reservoir. However, they would have the The rich heritage of the reservoir and water recreation areas. This includes cafés, development. opportunity to relocate to the leisure and surrounding area lends itself to the creation viewing and wildlife watching areas, public recreation hub to create a focus of activity of a heritage trail. This would encourage art installations, education uses, lidos and A suitable mix of housing types and tenures and footfall. The water sport offer could be movement between key historic buildings saunas. (including affordable housing), will provide widened to incorporate a greater variety of interest. Temporary uses such as sporting high-quality housing that maximises of activities including more extreme sports events and leisure attractions, including Appropriate activity will be encouraged the waterside location (BDP Policy TP30 such as zip lines and cable tows. This would event space, will be supported to bring life in suitable locations on the site to build and TP31). Residential, community, and encourage more people to use the reservoir and create further activity. on the existing offer, enliven the area, and commercial uses will provide natural facilities. Measures to improve the reliability attract visitors to spend time at the reservoir. surveillance, and generate activity that of the water levels will be supported where Activity will complement surrounding land contributes to a safe and welcoming they contribute to the overall masterplan. 3

uses, and provide a unique offer. New environment. 3 Midlands Sailing Club at the reservoir residential development needs to provide a The nearby former Hermetic Rubber Factory Image © Midlands Sailing Club

suitable housing mix that integrates into the This site is the preferred location for a and Seven Trent Waterworks site offer 4 Nature activity walk local community. leisure and recreation hub that includes the opportunity for further residential-led a potential new regional facility for the schemes. Developments would complement 5 Sea Cadets exercise Image © Sea Cadets Marine Society and Sea Cadets Birmingham the Icknield Port Loop development and

Reservoir View (Vernon). Enhanced facilities will encourage utilise the historic built form. 6 Enclosed wildlife hide Loch Leven Bird Hide, Fife, Scotland. A vibrant mix of uses will create an exciting participation, and maximise the reservoir’s Icosis Architects visitor destination, with uses that support potential as a regional water sports Image © Icosis Architects planned activity at Icknield Port Loop. A destination (BDP Policy TP11). The wider reservoir well-defined street frontage and entrance As well as water sports, a variety of activity 4 will improve connections to the reservoir A leisure and recreation hub also has will be integrated within the surrounding and encourage footfall. An enhanced benefits for securing safe and efficient boat landscape to provide a broad recreational role for existing heritage assets will be storage, and removing the potential conflict and leisure offer that appeals to a diverse encouraged, and uses should build on the between vehicles, walkers, and cyclists mix of visitors. The promenade around the industrial waterside character. Activities around the reservoir. The hub will support reservoir will connect activities on the site, could include restaurants, cafés, community existing water sports clubs to thrive. which will be carefully integrated with the facilities, public toilets, educational training reservoir landscape. spaces, and residential dwellings. 5

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Development at Edgbaston Reservoir will Viewing platforms around the perimeter of PLAN 5 Design be high-quality, sustainable, and reinforce the water will exploit views, particularly to the reservoir’s character and distinct identity. the city centre skyline, as well as Perrott’s Key The unique built and natural heritage of the Folly and Edgbaston Waterworks Tower. A Masterplan boundary area will inform the future design approach. public art strategy will contribute to a clear Proposals will ensure the reservoir’s heritage identity for the reservoir and bring different Opportunity site - is celebrated. Historic features and listed uses together. Opportunities should be Thomas Telford Place GILLOTT ROAD buildings, such as Reservoir Lodge and the taken to develop clearly marked entrances, Opportunity site - dam, are integral features of its landscape, site signage and temporary and permanent Reservoir View and will therefore be protected (BDP artwork across the site. policy TP12). Development should take Other opportunity sites opportunities to deliver biodiversity gains. Development will be based on sustainable New public space/park building design and construction, creating Exceptional and innovative design will a consistent high-quality environment (BDP New/existing improved entrances ICKNIELD PORT ROAD address the waterside setting. Building policies TP1 to TP5). It will complement Covered reservoir height, scale, form and density will be neighbouring developments such as the appropriate and respond to the topography, Icknield Port Loop and the former Hermetic Listed/locally listed buildings surrounding built form, and views to the Rubber site in terms of built form, design, EDGBASTON Dam wall RESERVOIR 1 LADYWOOD MIDDLEWAY city centre. Taller buildings will capitalise connectivity and activity. on views overlooking the reservoir, mark Landmarks key arrival points and create landmarks. * 1 Birmingham Buddhist Vihara Development should be welcoming and 2 Reservoir Lodge suitable for all. Activity at ground level will 3 Waterworks Tower 4 Perrott’s Folly provide natural surveillance and bring life and vibrancy to the public realm. 2 1 New development blocks Thomas Telford Place and Reservoir View Canal ROTTON PARK ROAD will be designed in a comprehensive manner n to create successful and distinctive places. NORTH The Tower Ballroom site will deliver well- defined blocks and a high-quality public realm with attractive pedestrian spaces, opportunities for outdoor play, and safe and secure parking. 3 2

1 Installation designed to frame a view Promenade Samuel-De Champlain, Quebec, Canada. Consortium Daoust Lestage/Williams Asselin Ackaoui/ OPTION aménagement Image © Marc Cramer PORTLAND ROAD 4 MONUMENT ROAD

2 High-quality design utilising site topography The Hide, Tophill Low Nature Reserve, Yorkshire. Group Ginger Architects Image © Jim Stephenson

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The Council will

“actively work with

stakeholders to deliver the vision “ for the reservoir

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3 Bostanlı Footbridge and Sunset Lounge, Bostanlı Mahallesi, Turkey. Studio Evren Basbug Architects Image © ZM Yasa Architecture Photography

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Delivering the vision and principles of this masterplan will require a comprehensive, partnership-based approach.

Partnerships Developments The long-term success of the site will be The City Council will actively work with dependent upon continuing engagement stakeholders in the area to deliver the vision with stakeholders and the community, and for the reservoir and secure high-quality partnership working with the Canal and development. Early engagement will be Rivers Trust and Sport England. essential throughout the planning process.

The development of an updated site-wide The City Council will utilise its land assets management and maintenance plan of to maximise regeneration benefits and the water and land, will require on-going secure the overall vision. In particular, a involvement from key stakeholders. It will partner(s) will be secured to bring forward need to ensure long term stewardship, to a comprehensive redevelopment of safeguard the interests of new and existing Thomas Telford Place, incorporating both users. the Tower Ballroom Site and Osler Street Park. The development partner(s) will need to work closely with the community and Funding demonstrate how the vision, Big Moves, and The masterplan will provide a tool to development principles of the masterplan, leverage financial contributions from Section can be achieved in order to deliver a high- 106 agreements to fund improvements to quality place. the reservoir. To date, Birmingham City Council has secured substantial Section Integrating space and buildings to support 106 funds which are ring-fenced for capital the local water-based organisations and investment at the reservoir. sporting clubs will be explored, including future management and maintenance These funds will be prioritised to support arrangements. The redevelopment will infrastructure investment, including pathway need to integrate the proposals for the improvements, due to start in Spring Sea Cadets’ site, and the creation of the 2019. Other public sector funding will also promenade within the overall scheme. be explored to deliver the vision for the reservoir.

Waheed Nazir Director of Inclusive Growth Birmingham City Council

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Contact

Planning and Development Inclusive Growth Directorate Birmingham City Council

E-mail: [email protected]

Web: birmingham.gov.uk/edgbaston-reservoir-spd

Telephone: (0121) 675 0501

Office: 1 Lancaster Circus Birmingham B4 7DJ

Post: PO Box 28 Birmingham B1 1TU

Links to relevant planning documents referenced in this document: Birmingham Development Plan: birmingham.gov.uk/downloads/file/5433/adopted_birmingham_development_plan_2013

Greater Icknied Masterplan: birmingham.gov.uk/downloads/file/748/greater_icknield_masterplan

The City Council will communicate this document in a suitable way to all audiences. In addition to the online and printed documents, requests for the document in alternative formats will be considered on a case by case basis including large print, another language and typetalk. The Edgbaston Reservoir Masterplan produced by Plans contained within this document are based upon Ordnance Survey material with the Birmingham City Council, Planning and Development, Inclusive Growth Directorate. permission of Ordnance Survey on behalf of the Controller of Her Majesty’s Stationery Office. The images included in this document are taken from other projects in the UK and abroad to illustrate relevant exemplar developments, © Crown Copyright. Unauthorised reproduction infringes Crown Copyright and may lead to where activities have been introduced at large water recreation areas. They highlight the quality that can be achieved on the basis of prosecution or civil proceedings. good design principles. The design of the place and buildings at Edgbaston Reservoir will have its own site-specific response, Birmingham City Council. Licence number 100021326, 2019. and the introduction of new activities would need to meet the overall vision of the masterplan. edgbaston reservoir / contact