Rundown and unused garages will be torn down to make way for 11 new affordable homes.
The ambitious plans were submitted by Canterbury City Council (CCC) to itself last year to replace the row of 12 dilapidated garages in Warwick Road in Canterbury.
A new five-storey block of 11 flats will be created in its place, containing a mix of one and two bedroom homes.
All of the proposed flats will be available via affordable rent schemes, and will include open-plan kitchens and living areas.
Planning officers at CCC approved the scheme last week - which was designed to reflect the "architectural heritage of Canterbury",
The report stated: "On the basis of the assessment, the proposed development complies with the relevant policies of the adopted local plan.
"The draft local plan to 2040 is a material consideration in the assessment of this application.
"Having regard to the relevant policies in the draft local plan and the weight of the draft local plan, it does not indicate a decision should be made other than to approve the application."
No comments for or against the scheme were registered by residents.
In planning documents, CCC explained it had commissioned Bell Phillips to design "attractive one and two-bedroom homes".
"CCC is aiming to progress a range of development opportunities over several years with the primary objective of delivering social housing-led schemes that offer the council's residents quality homes and simultaneously contribute to the district's rich built environment," the plans tell.
"The scheme is 100% affordable rent and as such is designed with quality of internal space in mind to ensure that residents can comfortably live and be inspired by the surrounding landscape, similar to the artists of old.
"The proposal is designed to utilise the beauty of the surrounding hills and views of the city, which are unique to this location.
"The design is characterised by reflecting the architectural heritage of Canterbury and evoking the spirit of rural architecture."
Previously, permission was granted on the site for eight apartments, however, those plans were deemed "not cost-effective due to the inclusion of a lift, which requires high service," according to the council.
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Last year, CCC also added to its housing stock by spending £67 million on 67 new homes, which will help reduce waiting lists for social housing.
The purchase of the accommodation at The Woodlands development in Herne Bay Road, Broad Oak included a mix of flats and houses available at affordable rents.