A derelict Dundee jute mill could be turned into 100 homes if councillors give planning proposals the green light.
The council’s development management committee will learn next week of the latest plans for the old Wallace Craigie Works on Broughty Ferry Road.
A report to go before the committee next Monday has recommended members grant permission to Craigie Estates to develop 100 flats in the B-listed building.
“The proposed development involves the redevelopment of Halley’s Mill, including the demolition of the eastern extension and the erection of two blocks of flats,” said a report by Mike Galloway, director of city development.”
It is proposed that 42 two-bedroom, 55 three-bedroom and three four-bedroom flats be developed.
The committee will hear that, although the building is listed, the interior no longer contains any features of architectural or significant historic merit as it has been empty for so long.
Mr Galloway said: “The conversion of the building from a former jute mill to flats will ensure that the special interest of the building will be restored.
“The new-build elements of the proposed development will be of contemporary design and finish.”
The proposal will also involve the formation of access roads, parking areas and landscaped gardens.
New vehicle access and parking areas will also be created at the application site.
There will be alterations to surrounding streets to accommodate the level of traffic generated by the proposed development.
Councillors will be told the proposal will provide greater housing choice for residents and attract newcomers to the Baxter Park and Stobswell area.
The report says the proposed development will be served by 72% off-street parking, which fails to meet car-parking provision requirements, but should permission be granted, the applicant is agreeable to the provision of electric car charging points being incorporated in the layout of the communal car parking area,” said the report.
One letter of objection has been received from a neighbouring resident.
Mr Galloway added: “The valid concerns raised include the scale and density of the development, disturbance and loss of amenity.
“However, the concerns of the objector are not supported.”
The proposal is recommended for approval subject to a total of 11 planning conditions.