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Portsmouth office student scheme approved

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Plans to change the use of a Portsmouth office block into a student accommodation facility with more than 300 beds have been approved.The property earmarked for the project is Wingfield House at 316 Commercial Road.Under the plans it would be transformed into student accommodation, providing 309 study studios. External alterations would be made, including the replacement of windows and the construction of an entrance lobby.According to drawings filed with Portsmouth City Council, the scheme would also comprise a common room, gym, a cycle store and a reception area.Final approval is subject to a number of conditions.