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The application stated that the brownfield site of Dundee Street and Dundee Terrace “appears to have been used to service the nearby historic railway line”.
Edinburgh City Council officers said the proposals, which came following consultation, were recommended for approval.
“In general, the proposal complies with the development plan … the principle of development is acceptable, and the proposal will contribute to local, compact, sustainable living and 20-minute neighbourhoods,” said planners.
“The proposed development will support placemaking and is of appropriate scale, form and design. It is in a sustainable location and will complement the vibrancy and viability of Dundee Street Local Centre.”
They added: “The impact on the amenity of neighboring properties is not unreasonable and future occupiers will have a satisfactory living environment, with the use of conditions.
“The proposal is acceptable, and the recommendation is to grant permission, subject to a financial contribution towards healthcare infrastructure.”
He said the plans were for “the creation of managed student accommodation units, with a mix of studios and cluster flats, which will seek to alleviate the current student homelessness crisis recognized by the council”.
It will include a car-free development that promotes cycling, walking and the use of public transport and “the positive redevelopment of an underused brownfield site on the edge of the city center and within a prominent streetscape setting in the Dalry/Fountainbridge community” .
Glencairn, founded in 2011, is an Edinburgh based developer specializing in the redevelopment of brownfield and derelict buildings with a focus on the residential and student sectors.
Councilors will discuss the application at a meeting on Wednesday.
A ‘unique’ property for sale in Glasgow’s suburban conservation area
Exchange House, an office, nursery and business center located in the heart of the Bearsden conservation area, has been brought to the market with offers in excess of £1.35 million.
The 6,700 sq ft property occupies a prominent position on the eastern side of Drymen Road in one of Glasgow’s most desirable and affluent suburbs. It is presented to chartered market surveyors DM Hall and has a current annual rental income of nearly £122,000. The property also has detailed residential planning permission for 13 flats, two commercial units and a new nursery.
Airline launches new route from Scottish airport to famous city
An American airline has launched its first route between Scotland and the United States.
JetBlue’s inaugural flight from Edinburgh Airport on Wednesday marks the start of daily seasonal summer service to New York’s JFK Airport “bringing distinctive low fares and great service to the UK’s second most popular tourist destination”. Flights from Edinburgh will operate daily on JetBlue’s Airbus A321neo with Mint aircraft with 16 redesigned Mint Suite seats, 144 core seats and an Airbus superior cabin.
