Summary:
- The University of Glasgow has submitted plans to Glasgow City Council for a new purpose-built student accommodation at Lilybank Gardens, proposing 291 bedrooms on a former car park site near Hillhead Subway Station and key West End amenities.
- This development marks the university’s first purpose-built student residence in over 20 years, aiming to enhance the student experience with inclusive, accessible, and sociable spaces that support wellbeing and foster community connections.
- The project seeks to reduce commuting times by providing high-quality, close-to-campus housing, while strengthening links between the Western Campus and the surrounding urban area, contributing to the local economy and the university’s housing portfolio.
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