Proposals to build 20 new flats in West Dunbartonshire have been granted approval.

Plans by Wheatley Housing Group to develop two blocks of four-storey flats in Clydebank were given the green light on 25 November.

In addition, the developer has also pledged to contribute nearly £13,000 towards upgrading a nearby community park.

The flats will provide 16 one-bed and four two-bed properties with lift access, along with a private courtyard for parking.

However, a number of objections to the development were put forward, with concerns raised over the removal of 17 mature trees, the design/size of the flats and increased traffic issues.

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The trees which will be removed during construction have been assessed by a tree survey report as being in poor condition. To make up for this loss, Wheatley will plant a number of replacement trees on the site.

Councillor Lawrence O'Neill said: "This was not a straightforward decision for the committee to make and I was extremely mindful of the objections which had been raised by residents.

"However, this is an excellent opportunity to regenerate a site which has been vacant for a number of years and create much-needed housing for the elderly and disabled residents in our communities.

"The new development will be in-keeping with the flats recently built at Beardmore Place and continue to transform this former industrial area into a more residential destination."

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