According to documents submitted as part of the planning application, existing buildings, which are currently used for commercial purposes, are in state of disrepair with evidence of damp, rotting and leaks.
A structural assessment stated that it is likely that aspects of the current buildings do not meet structural or insulation requirements.
Pictured: The roof plan for the upcoming development.
Having concluded that the buildings are coming to the end of their lifespans, developers say they are therefore seeking a fresh start, rather than a refurbishment, for which planning approval was granted in 2020.
Of the 20 proposed new open-market apartments, 12 will be two-bedroom flats and eight will be one-bedroom flats.
The two commercial units will be used as small office spaces to encourage small businesses.
Pictured: A digital representation of the planned development, as viewed from Great Union Road.
The proposed development will be up to four storeys high, which is higher than the existing structures, but in line with the nearby David Moon apartments.
Neighbouring residents have been consulted by the developers, and have not issued any objections to the plans thus far.
If planning permission is granted, the work is estimated to take between 18 months and three years.