The 15.35-acre development, located on Baldragon Farm just off Strathmartine Road, was granted planning permission by Dundee City Council this week.

The application had been recommended for approval by council officers with conditions, most of which relate to flood prevention.

Councillor Stewart Hunter had called for the proposals to be rejected over concerns about flooding and transport to and from the site. However, the proposals were approved by 18 votes to five.

Avant Homes plans to deliver a mixture of design-led three and four-bedroom homes across a number of its signature housetypes and will create numerous local sales and construction roles as part of the build.

Works are due to commence on site in October 2020 with the showhomes set to follow shortly after in the New Year. The first homes are expected to be ready for occupation in summer 2021 with the overall build taking around five years to complete.

Avant Homes Scotland regional director, Andrew Gawthorpe, said: “The suburbs on the outskirts of Dundee have become increasingly popular with homebuyers looking to enjoy an out-of-town location while still being close to essential amenities, so we’re pleased to have secured planning permission for 120 homes in the area.

“We look forward to commencing the groundworks at the site later in the year and expect to see the first homes go on sale in early 2021.”