Plans to open a dance studio in Kinross have been approved, despite concerns by a local construction firm.
The purpose-built facility will be created on land at the town’s Montgomery Way.
The building, proposed by businessman George Webb, is expected to feature two studios, a cafe and changing rooms.
The plan was opposed by house builders GS Brown Construction, which argued that the site was too close to several new houses it is working on.
In its submission to Perth and Kinross Council, the company asked that if permission was granted, measures would be taken to maximise the distance from nearby properties.
As a condition of planning consent, developers have been asked to soundproof the building and restrict the daily opening hours to between 7am and 10pm.
Details of building colour and finishing materials must be submitted to planners before any work begins on site.
No residents objected to the plan during the statutory public consultation period, meaning the plans did not have to go before councillors for a decision. The Kinross-shire Civic Trust also had no issue with the development.
Planning permission will expire in three years if no progress is made, Mr Webb has been told.