Plans for the former Marks and Spencer on Sauchiehall Street will see a connection between Sauchiehall Street and Renfrew Street being established, as well as new student accommodation.
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… proposal to turn the historic building into student flats…
The National writes:
The retail giant which closed its store on the street earlier this year has announced its proposal to turn the historic building into student flats.
The plans include space for retail on the ground floor with the upper floors being redeveloped into apartments for 500 people.
The shop will be for a new retailer, not M&S.
There would also be a connection from the street through to Renfrew Street.
Marks and Spencer said when it closed the store after 87 years it would be looking for an alternative use to avoid it lying empty.
The plans are being brought forward by Fusion Students, a residential and student housing developer and operator.
It will also include a rooftop garden and terrace area…
A spokesperson for Marks & Spencer said: “… Over the last few months, we have been focused on making sure this site can find a complementary alternative use, so we’re really pleased that these redevelopment plans are driven by strong design and sustainability credentials and that they are closely in line with the city and council’s vision for the local area.”
