Hanehouse has secured approval for a mixed-use scheme in Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter. Credit: Hanehouse Developments

Firms set to move out after green light for Hockley Gate

19 March 2026 15:40 Mike Sheridan Comments (0)

More than 250 homes will be built in Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter after city council planners gave the thumbs up to a mixed-use scheme earlier today.

Bosses at developer Hanehouse said they were “proud” after securing approval for the mixed-use Hockley Gate, a 1.5-acre island development set to include 269 apartments, alongside 4,671 sq ft of commercial space and 5,834 sq ft of amenity space.

Meanwhile, the developer says it will assist in relocating two businesses currently operating from part of the site earmarked for demolition, including metal pressings manufacturer, APS.

As part of the plans, the grade two-listed former bank building on Hockley Hill and Well Street will be restored, with other buildings on the site, which is bounded by Hockley Hill, Well Street, Barr Street, and Great King Street, set be cleared to make way for the scheme.

Five ground floor commercial units will front Hockley Hill and Well Street, targeted at the creative industries and jewellery sector in line with the Jewellery Quarter Neighbourhood Plan, providing space for both new and existing businesses.

Richard Whitehouse, Director at Hanehouse Developments, said: “We are very proud to have secured planning approval for Hockley Gate. This concludes the first part of our journey to deliver much needed homes in this part of Birmingham.

“We were pleased to engage with local residents and businesses during the planning process and would like to thank them for their support and input. We believe the scheme will provide a catalyst for further regeneration in the area.

“Our focus is now on moving into the delivery phase and working with the existing occupiers, including APS, as we prepare to bring the development forward.”