The first images of what could replace Glasgow's O2 ABC have been revealed.

The popular music venue was badly damaged in the Glasgow School of Art fire in June 2018 and the building has lain empty since.

As we reported at the beginning of the year, a regeneration specialist carried out consultations with local residents to shape a new future for the site. 

Now, a planning application has been submitted by the Vita Group with the first impressions of what a new development could look like.

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The company wants to "revolutionise student accommodation in the UK" and has proposed to build 356 student bed spaces.

Documents reveal that the structure would include four-, five- and six-bed "clusters" as well as studio apartments.

The primary entrance into the building would be on Sauchiehall Street and a courtyard is also proposed.

Papers stated that 212 cycle spaces would also be provided.

To carry out this work, a demolition of the facade is planned. The application reads: "The reports consistently conclude that attempting demolition whilst retaining the ABC1 facade presents significant and potentially unacceptable risks.

"It is considered therefore that given the poor condition of the fire-damaged facade, it is not practical to save it in full or in part."

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Along with the accommodation, a ‘House of Social’ food hall would also be created on the ground floor and mezzanine.

According to the developer, it would have five independent kitchens, a central bar and a coffee kiosk and people would primarily order online.

Glasgow City Council's planning officials are reviewing the proposal and a decision is expected by Friday, November 1.

The last day for comments is Thursday, August 1.