Formerly part of the Camperdown Works, Burnside Mill in Lochee was last used as a sports centre and will be turned into a complex of 39 flats.

Dundee City Council granted planning permission on the condition that prior to any work being carried out, details of the specification and colour of the proposed external finishes are submitted for approval.

The aim is to preserve the listed building and conservation area.

A supporting statement by G Paterson Architect Ltd explained: “AG Akermo and Sons Ltd intend to convert the existing listed building to form 39 new flats of varying sizes, each consisting of a combined lounge/kitchen, bathroom and two or three bedrooms.

“The application is based on the now lapsed consent given in 2008.

“The proposals indicate that the existing stone building will be restored, maintaining existing architectural features where possible and repairing with like for like materials.

“New windows will be one over one timber windows with metal cladding with double glazed units.

“This will ensure traditional fenestration proportions which give an industrial feel as well as minimising ongoing maintenance and therefore ensuring the ongoing sustainability of the proposal.

“The existing loading doors have been retained and replicated to allow for ‘Juliet’ type balconies to all flats with glass protective barriers which will minimize their visual intrusion.”

Originally constructed in the 1830s, Burnside Mill was a warehouse wing of the Camperdown Works, owned by the Cox Brothers and nicknamed “the world’s greatest jute works”.

Much of the building has been converted into residential units since its formal closure in 1981.