The property developer had previously notified Aberdeen City Council of its plans to “deliver a mix of high-quality family homes and associated facilities” on a site at Leggart Brae, south of the River Dee.

Although the site between Deeside Brae and Tollohill Wood is earmarked for up to 150 homes by council planners, concerns have been about the potential loss of trees and natural habitat, while Aberdeenshire Council has requested the site be removed from their neighbour’s local development plan.

In light of feedback gathered through public consultation on the plans, Comer has reduced the number of homes to 133, including 27 affordable properties, and has changed its proposals for the road in from the A92 Aberdeen to Stonehaven road.

An extended 40mph zone would be enforced on the route, fed by a junction with traffic lights.

The firm is also proposing a new footpath linking both ends of the development, as well as Causey Mounth Road, Tollohill Wood and the Den of Leggart.