Summary:
- Glasgow planning committee approved Danehurst Development Limited’s proposal for 152 new student flats across three blocks beside the River Kelvin at Otago Street, addressing a significant local demand for purpose built student accommodation (PBSA) near the city’s largest university.
- The development, featuring 96 studios and 56 ensuite rooms with buildings ranging from six to eight storeys, faced objections over building height, impact on the Hillhead Conservation area, parking pressure, and local congestion, but was ultimately granted permission with conditions to mitigate concerns.
- The site has remained derelict for over 40 years; the approved project aims to revitalize the area by providing dedicated student housing to reduce pressure on local residential stock, with accommodation expected to open by September 2028.
Original article:
https://www.glasgowlive.co.uk/news/glasgow-news/green-light-more-150-new-33002940.amp
