Plans for 7,000 new homes in the Scottish capital have been recommended for approval.
The £2 billion development is described as "one the most significant and sustainable urban expansions of Edinburgh in a generation".
It is claimed the development could help ease the city's housing emergency with homes ready as early as 2026.
The development of 7,000 residential units includes 300 student accommodation bedrooms.
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It also includes a 300-bedroom hotel, primary school, secondary school site safeguard for up to 1,200 pupils, and space including retail, professional service and food and drink uses.
Planning permission in principle is sought. Councillors will consider the recommendation to grant the proposals next week.
The City of Edinburgh Council official report states: "Subject to conditions and the conclusion of a suitable legal agreement, the proposal complies with the applicable requirements and policy aspirations of the development plan.
"No other material considerations have been identified that outweigh this conclusion. It is therefore recommended that this application be granted."
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