We have read the Draft LDP.
We note that the map of Solihull, showing proposed sites, displays as an extensive green space with future developments again focused around the periphery of areas with substantial populations.

The numbers of intended properties are, allegedly an appropriate strategy.
The distribution is questionable.
It is acknowledged that Stratford Road in Shirley has “High level of through traffic and congestion” yet almost 600 units are currently being built/planned ,for aged /retired people, along this road. This concentration does not include retirement property existing in roads adjoining the Stratford Road.
Every Shirley resident is entitled to equal NHS care. The current Pandemic emphasises the health challenges in Solihull’s most densely populated areas.
It is inappropriate to mass elderly people in Shirley, in particular along a busy road with substantial pollution.

Where is the additional planned public green space?
The existing space between Stretton Road and Dickens Heath is especially invaluable to residents from Shirley and Dickens Heath.
This is one area where wildlife has some chance of existing, with the adjoining canal providing current access to greener space towards Earlswood.

Positively prepared?
“Provide cycleways and wildlife to provide connectivity....”
What wildlife is Solihull proposing to provide?

Sites 17,18 , 20,21
These are likely to add to the congestion on the Stratford Road. Access from Dickens Heath and new Cheswick Green housing creates serious congestion around the traffic islands at the junction of Tanworth Lane, Dickens Heath Road, Blackford Road and Dog kennel Lane. Traffic queues from Dickens Heath extend to the village clock; town end of Tanworth Lane traffic queues extend into Woodlands Road and Stretton Road.

Where are the children from families, in these new homes, going to school?
Currently, parents, of children attending Shirley Heath Junior School and Woodlands Infant School, are challenged by the Stratford Road hazard.

Increasing distance children have to travel increases car travel and nuisance to residents close to schools.
Has Solihull considered organising “Walking Bus” school routes. (Ref. Bournville Primary Schools).

The emphasis on protection of “Meriden Gap” ignores the lack of gaps between Tidbury Green and Wythall/Worcestershire/South Birmingham.

Urbs in Rure /Urbs ad Nauseum?