UK: Proposals for two multi-storey PBSA buildings in Leith, Edinburgh, have been brought forward by developer S Harrison Developments.
The new proposals for Ocean Point 2 in Leith will also create new homes as well as space for commercial and community use.
A spokesman for the developer said: “In addition to delivering new homes, student accommodation is also being explored with students delivering significant spending power locally and bringing a future skilled workforce to an area which has witnessed little purpose-built student accommodation.”
“Edinburgh is a university city, and the number of students in higher education has risen by almost a third since the start of the century, with purpose-built student accommodation having the potential to free-up much needed family homes currently occupied by students locally.”
The proposed development will be part of a massive regeneration of the area with Ocean Terminal undergoing an extensive refurbishment.
The tramlines will also start to operate from June 2023, reaching the city centre in 20 minutes.
