Under the plans, some of the Overgate’s upper mall units would be reconfigured to create a new management suite and a click and collect facility for online shopping.

Samantha Jackson, senior planner on the project, said the block was of “limited architectural merit” — and that its demolition would improve the city’s visual appeal.

In documents lodged with the council, she said: “The demolition of City House provides an opportunity to remove an ageing building of limited architectural interest and enhance the appearance of the Overgate centre and the wider city centre.

“It is considered that its demolition will significantly improve the city skyline.

“This proposal contributes to the continued improvement of Dundee city centre and its role as an attractive place to be, through the removal of a building which continues to deteriorate.”

City House was built in the 1960s as part of the original Overgate centre development. However, much of the 10-storey block’s office space has not been used for some time.

Levels three and four of the block will be retained above the shopping centre, which will remain open during the demolition work.

These areas, and parts of the Overgate’s upper mall, will feature a new management suite and meeting room facility.

The click and collect facility will include a new information and customer service desk, as well as an Amazon parcel delivery locker.

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