The £59 million project, brought forward by development management specialists Bankfoot APAM, will deliver 259 new student beds at 38 Cadogan Street in the heart of the city.

The proposal will transform the existing seven-storey office building - currently energy inefficient and no longer fit for modern occupational standards - into a modern student living environment, introducing new activity and footfall into the heart of the city’s business district.

Designed to create an active and engaging addition to the area, the development will feature high-quality communal lounge spaces, a gym, co-working areas and a rooftop growing garden, alongside generous social and study spaces.

As part of the planning process, comprehensive carbon and viability assessments were undertaken ahead of the proposed demolition of the existing building. The findings concluded that redevelopment represents the most sustainable and responsible long-term solution for the site.

Chris Moore, managing director, Bankfoot APAM, said: “We are delighted to have reached this important milestone for our Cadogan Street development. We have worked closely and collaboratively with Glasgow City Council and other stakeholders throughout the planning process, and we are grateful for the constructive engagement that has helped shape a scheme we believe will make a positive and lasting contribution to the city centre.

“This development will transform an underperforming site into a high-quality, sustainable addition to Glasgow’s business district, creating new energy and activity while delivering a modern student living environment that supports the continued evolution of the city centre.”

The positive decision reflects constructive engagement between Bankfoot APAM and Glasgow City Council throughout the planning process, alongside a public consultation programme which helped shape the final design.

Final approval remains subject to the conclusion of a Section 75 Agreement between Bankfoot APAM and Glasgow City Council.