Flats planned at Glasgow city centre offices

The upper floors of premises on the corner of Renfield Street and St Vincent Street would be converted into six flats under the new plan.

A design statement submitted with the application explains: “The first and second floors are currently offices, however as the spaces and facilities are not compatible with current office requirements these have become difficult to let and have been lying vacant for some time.

“The third floor is currently occupied by Boxfit Glasgow gymnasium.

“The proposed use is supported by (planning) policy and the proposals will provide new residential capacity within a currently underutilised building in the city centre. The proposals have been carefully considered so as not to affect the external character or appearance of an existing listed building.”