Regeneration specialist, Summix Capital, has been granted planning permission for the delivery of a new low-carbon mixed-use development at Central Quay in Glasgow by councillors on the Planning Applications Committee.
The granting of planning permission, subject to conditions, for this major urban renewal project, continues the regeneration of the Clyde riverside.
Adjacent to the existing high-quality office building at 2 Central Quay, the brownfield-site development will include residential, purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA), and commercial uses (including food /drink and retail uses), with associated landscaping / public realm, parking and access to a range of sustainable travel options.
Ideally located between the city centre and the west end at Anderston, the sustainable, low-carbon mixed-use development, is immediately adjacent to Finnieston, one of Glasgow’s fastest-growing neighbourhoods.
Boasting excellent transport links, the development continues the significant transformation of this location from vacant, derelict former industrial land, to one which will create a new residential neighbourhood, assisting in tackling the Council’s declared housing emergency.
Central Quay will provide four building blocks, comprising a range of uses that will deliver a truly mixed community. This includes 409 private-for-sale (PFS) units, a 934-bed PBSA building, and retail/commercial space.
The design of the new neighbourhood is aiming to meet recognised net zero carbon standards in operation. It includes features to reduce embodied carbon through its choice of materials, plus extensive use of renewable energy, such as air source heat pumps and solar PV, as well as sustainable urban drainage.
Biodiversity will be enhanced through new planting, including increased tree planting, with high-quality green spaces and open spaces, benefiting both new residents and the wider community. It will also include roof gardens, children’s play areas and a new public plaza.
Delivering £7.7 million of resident and visitor expenditure annually on goods and services, it is estimated that the development will support 115 jobs, with around 650 jobs directly created per annum in the construction of the overall scheme.
The site already benefits from planning permission in principle for a mixed-use development. This includes offices, residential, hotel, and associated ground floor commercial uses with access, parking, landscaping and associated works.
Stuart Black, Development Director for Summix Capital, said:
"We are delighted to have received planning permission for this exciting low-carbon development.
"This truly mixed-use scheme represents a significant investment in Glasgow, assisting in tackling the housing emergency through providing much-needed housing and best-in-class student accommodation, as well as commercial space.
"The development of the brownfield site will continue the significant transformation of this location from vacant, derelict former industrial land, to one which will create a new residential neighbourhood.
"We look forward to continue working with the local community and the Council as we progress the delivery of this."
Construction News
19/06/2024
Glasgow Central Quay Development Approved


14/03/2025
North Lanarkshire Council has approved its largest-ever capital investment programme, committing £1.685 billion over the next five years to revitalise towns, schools, housing, roads, and community facilities. Councillor Jim Logue, leader of the council, described the investment as a "transformationa

14/03/2025
Robertson Group and Edinburgh College have formalised their collaborative efforts to provide students with practical experience and career development opportunities through a newly signed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). The partnership, involving Urban Union and Robertson Construction Central Eas

14/03/2025
Net Zero Facades, a Cumbernauld-based specialist in energy-efficient building exteriors, has tripled the size of its headquarters to accommodate larger contracts and achieve a projected 50% increase in turnover this year. The company, known for transforming buildings into modern and sustainable exte

14/03/2025
Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) has awarded a £1.8 million contract to Morgan Sindall Construction and Infrastructure Ltd for the construction of four new business units at Wick Business Park. This development aims to bolster economic growth and population retention in Caithness.
The new uni

14/03/2025
An appeal has been launched for community volunteers to identify future funding opportunities for the ongoing development of McDonald Park in Ellon. The McDonald Public Park endowment, established in the 1920s to support park maintenance and recreational facilities, is facing challenges due to risin

14/03/2025
Residents of Stromness and the surrounding area are invited to attend a drop-in event to gain insights into the ongoing construction of underground land cables for the Orkney-Caithness Link project.
The next phase of work, which commenced this month, involves constructing a stone platform at Warebe

14/03/2025
SNIPEF President John Doherty and Deputy Chief Executive Stephanie Lowe recently met with Marie McNair MSP for Clydebank and Milngavie at Doherty's business in Clydebank to discuss the growing challenges of recruiting apprentices into the plumbing and heating profession.
The meeting, held during Sc

14/03/2025
One of the most important aspects of contemporary construction for a builder or contractor is making sure a house or business is completely accessible. Whether you're building a new home or remodelling an old one, a stairlift can make all the difference for those with mobility issues. How can one pi

13/03/2025
Edinburgh Council has invited residents to participate in a consultation regarding the regeneration of Seafield, a key site earmarked for development under the Edinburgh City Plan 2030. The council aims to ensure the regeneration aligns with the needs and desires of the local community.
Plans for t

13/03/2025
SSEN Transmission has submitted a planning application to The Highland Council for the Fanellan 400kV substation and converter station project, a crucial development aimed at bolstering national energy security and clean power targets. The project, located southwest of Beauly, is a key component of