If approved, the development will provide a £4 million link between the Cults and Garthdee districts.

The nearly 10-acre site is between North Deeside Road, to the north, and Inchgarth Road, to the south. The Deeside Way walking and cycling route crosses the site.

Developers say the newly proposed link road between Inchgarth Road and North Deeside Road would help to ease pressure on two historic bridges at Pitfodels Station Road and Westerton Road. It is said the development could support more than 300 construction jobs, the Press and Journal reports.

Ross Maclennan, land director at Cala Homes (North), said the development would “leave a lasting legacy by joining two Aberdeen communities”. He added: “We know this site has been the subject of long running discussion, but the time has come to deliver something tangible – homes for families and a critical infrastructure upgrade for this part of the city.

“We are keen to hear from the local community and work with the council to bring forward a solution that works for everyone.”

Aberdeen City Council previously approved plans to convert the land into a retirement village, which included a care home and commercial space. The outline proposals included a 50-bed care home, 95 homes and a mix of community and retail space. Residents backed the plans as they hoped it would lead to a new road being built – easing pressure on existing streets used as rat runs. However, the proposed development fell through.

A series public consultation events will be held which will give residents a chance to view and comment on the proposals.

Cala Homes is set to host two sessions at the Marcliffe Hotel on 5 August and 1 September.

Representatives from Cala and their appointed design team will attend both drop-in exhibitions to present the proposals, answer questions and collect feedback.