Glasgow's Buchanan Galleries could be torn down as part of major redevelopment
If approved the work would begin in 2023 and take around 10 years.
Last updated 21st Jan 2022
Glasgow’s Buchanan Galleries could be knocked down as part of a radical redevelopment project.
Glasgow City Council is to enter into negotiations with head tenant Landsec on plans which could see a mixed-use development including residential, retail, hotel accommodation, offices and hospitality.
A consultation is being opened in spring next year and if approved the work would begin in 2023.
The project is expected to take around ten years to complete.
Councillor Susan Aitken, Leader of Glasgow City Council, says:
“Glasgow, like town and city centres everywhere, is facing significant and accelerating structural changes.
"These initial proposals detail a response to those changes, ensuring Glasgow has a vibrant, successful and evolving city centre which continues to be the envy of our peers."
"Approval for the commencement of negotiations with Landsec would allow us to push ahead with addressing oncoming challenges and opportunities in this rapidly changing world."
"A 21st century city centre delivering on Glasgow’s international standing and ambitions means more mixed-use developments, a greater residential population, more public spaces, sustainable transport options and more people-focused streets.
"The transformation of the Buchanan Galleries can be a vote of confidence on Glasgow’s future.”
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