Grade II listed · Solihull

The Grammar School (Chatwin Building)

The Grammar School (Chatwin Building) is a Grade II listed building in Solihull, first listed on 22 July 1976. It is one of 333 Grade II entries among 384 listed buildings in Solihull; 29% of Solihull’s current entries were listed before it.

List entry
FieldValue
NameThe Grammar School (Chatwin Building)
GradeGrade II — special interest
List entry number1203448
Date first listed22 July 1976
Local planning authoritySolihull
Location52.41454, -1.77138 (map)
Official recordHistoric England list entry 1203448

Planning works on this listed building?

Planium checks which consents Solihull will require for your works on The Grammar School (Chatwin Building), lists what the heritage statement must cover and drafts the application text.

What the grade means for works

Grade II buildings are of special interest and make up over 90% of listed buildings in England. Most alterations, extensions and many internal changes still need listed building consent from the council.

The protection covers the whole building, inside and out, plus fixtures and attached structures. Typical works that need consent: replacing windows or doors, removing walls or historic fabric, changing roof coverings, installing solar panels or external insulation, and adding extensions.

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Grammar School (Chatwin Building) listed?
Yes. The Grammar School (Chatwin Building) is on the National Heritage List for England as a Grade II listed building, list entry number 1203448, first listed on 22 July 1976. The full list entry with its description and map is on Historic England’s website.
Do I need consent for works to The Grammar School (Chatwin Building)?
Works that affect its character as a building of special architectural or historic interest — inside or out — need listed building consent from Solihull, in addition to any planning permission or building regulations approval. Like-for-like repairs often do not, but confirm with the council’s conservation officer before you start.
Source: National Heritage List for England, © Historic England 2026, via planning.data.gov.uk. Contains Ordnance Survey data © Crown copyright and database right. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Retrieved 12 October 2026. Local authority assigned from the list entry point. This page is a summary — the legal record is the official list entry.