Councillors’ go-ahead for Davidson’s food outlet – Edinburgh
Councillors have postponed a decision on a controversial new development on Slateford Road, questioning it’s suitability in the area and quotas for affordable housing. They will visit the site tomorrow on a fact-finding mission.
Local residents have been campaigning against proposals to build flats, including student accommodation and multi-storey flats next to the Flower Colonies.
The plans were recommended by council officials, but concerns were raised by Councillor Andrew Burns, who represents the ward which the colonies are part off. He said that the unique nature of the area made the concerns of local residents key. …