Plans for a mixed-use development with a rooftop garden 'oasis' in Glasgow city centre have been revealed today after a successful initial public consultation.
The development would see 109 sustainable homes built across four buildings at 65 to 97 Ingram Street, on land which is currently in use as a temporary car park.
A selection of one, two and three-bedroom flats with terraces will be created as well as a ground floor commercial unit space.
The plans, submitted by Artisan Real Estate, include a 'publicly accessed landscaped garden courtyard' filled with flower boxes, plots for growing vegetables, beekeeping facilities and seating areas.
The rooftop gardens would be enhanced by specialist lighting and artwork which would tie in with the local Merchant City Art Trail.
In line with the city's goal for net-zero emissions, Artisan says that no car parking spaces are planned, however, residents will be provided with secure bike spaces and access to the city car club.
The property developers say that 'more than 700 people engaged in the first round of consultation with an overwhelmingly positive response to the proposals as well strong support for encouraging more people to live in the city centre'.
A spokesperson for Artisan Real Estate said, “We knew the location of this development which borders on key city streetscapes including Ingram Street, Albion Street and Candleriggs, demanded an impressive design statement and we believe our proposals deliver this.
“We’ve spent a long time ensuring we’ve considered every aspect of design and believe our proposals will provide a dynamic and innovative contribution to the Merchant City.
“This second round of consultation kicks off on Tuesday, March 29 with a drop-in event from 3 pm to 7 pm at Merchant Square, followed by a live chat from 3 pm to 7 pm online at www.65-97ingramstreet.co.uk.
"We would like feedback on this key stage of the design process by April 10.”
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