Landmark Properties has been given the green light by Birmingham City Council for the redevelopment at 120 Suffolk Street, located next to the Mailbox, in Birmingham city centre into a purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) scheme.

The development will contain 504 student beds and includes communal and outdoor spaces.

Tristram Taylor, of Landmark Properties, said: “Birmingham is a young, diverse, and growing city with a vibrant student population. Our proposals for 120 Suffolk Street will deliver high-quality student accommodation in an important and highly visible location.

“As our first planning application to be approved in the UK, we have recognised that Birmingham is a city which wants to drive investment and back opportunities for growth. We are looking forward to continuing to work positively with the Council as we accelerate towards delivery.”