Developer S Harrison has secured planning permission for its latest development of a purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) scheme, located just behind the Royal Mile in Edinburgh.

S Harrison and landowner, Summix (CGE) Developments, have been granted permission for the partial demolition of existing buildings and the delivery of 76 high quality studio rooms, along with an open courtyard, internal shared amenity space, study rooms, cycle storage, gym and multimedia room.

David Clancy, of S Harrison, said: “Edinburgh is an important location for us. It’s a city that’s full of ambition, it’s a hugely popular destination for tourists and business travellers, and it remains one of Europe’s top university cities.

“We are therefore thrilled that this latest application was approved by the Scottish Government Reporter. It’s another success for us in Edinburgh and will see an unloved site in the heart of the capital being redeveloped, helping to preserve the character and appearance of the Old Town Conservation Area. Crucially, it will also provide much-needed student accommodation in a highly sustainable location, close to many university buildings.”

The site is ideally located opposite the Holyrood Campus of Edinburgh University and within easy reach of other university facilities.

Reusing a current brownfield site the new build elements will consist of a five-storey building with a triple pitched roof on the west side dropping down to a two-storey building with duo pitch roof.

The Scottish Government Reporter granted planning permission, noted: ‘The proposed development utilises a brownfield site making efficient use of existing land and buildings. It supports the delivery of accessible accommodation and is appropriately located in walking distance to education facilities, local amenities, and public transport.’