Plans to build 424 private rent flats in Partick have won final approval following an appeal from the developer after councillors refused them.
The four blocks near the River Kelvin would consist of 213 one bedroom flats, 34 studio flats, 141 two bedroom homes and 36 with three bedrooms.
The council originally knocked back the bid from KR Developments voicing concerns including lack of suitable accommodation for families and the scale and density not being in keeping with the area.
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But the Scottish Government has overturned Glasgow City Council’s decision - and the construction of the flats can now go-ahead on the Beith Street site, which has been empty since 2005.
The blocks to be built on brownfield land are to be 14,13, 12 and 11 storeys high with parking for 48 cars and 538 bicycles. Permission to build is subject to 52 conditions.
The Scottish Government reporter said findings show “the proposal accords overall with the relevant provisions of the development plan and that there are no material considerations, which would justify refusing to grant planning permission.”
An appeal statement lodged on behalf of KR Developments Group argued the “proposals are in keeping with the surrounding development context, which is typified by large student accommodation buildings either site of the site.”
It also claimed the development offered an “appropriate mix of accommodation” with a “good proportion” suitable for families.
The statement added: “The appellant respectfully requests that the appeal be upheld and planning permission granted.
"This will allow a vacant, brownfield and derelict site that has lain undeveloped for over 20 years to finally proceed towards a positive development outcome, creating much needed more modern and sustainable homes, regeneration and improved connectivity.”
The development was refused at a planning council meeting in November 2021. It received final approval from the Scottish Government this week. A government reporter confirmed an intention to uphold the appeal last year but the final outcome was confirmed this week following further and consideration of planning matters.
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