COUNCIL planners have rejected plans to turn a former Duke Street bank into a restaurant.

An application had been submitted to Glasgow City Council requesting permission to convert the former TSB at the junction of Duke Street and Whitevale Street.

But applicant Sava Estates has been informed the bid has been refused.

The council ruled the proposal would result in increased noise, activity and cooking fumes which “would unacceptably impact on the residential amenity of neighbouring properties”.

The decision stated the change of use would result in more than 20% of units in a street block being in use for food, drink and entertainment uses”.

Sava Estates had hoped to create a “new dining experience” in the vacant basement and ground floor of the four-storey building at 424 Duke Street. The upper floors are in residential use.

If approved, the restaurant would have opened from 10am to 11pm on Sunday to Thursday and 10am until midnight on Friday and Saturday.

“Over the last few years, Dennistoun has become popular with students and young professionals due to its proximity to the city centre and the relatively affordable nature of properties in the area,” the plans stated.

“The new use will help to animate the streetscape. In the evenings and the dark winter months, the splay of light from the large windows will illuminate the footpath to contribute to the sense of safety and security, which is essential if the night time economy is to be fostered.

“The new restaurant will complement other establishments in the area and contribute to the area’s appeal for both residents and visitors alike.”

A takeaway service would also have been provided from the restaurant.

Council officers ruled offering hot food takeaway in a residential building would also result in increased noise, activity and cooking fumes, which would have an unacceptable impact.