The building, designed by Maccreanor Lavington Architects, will rise to 230m including a short spire, which will be illuminated to light up the docklands skyline at night.

Enabling work on the £250m project next to Marsh Wall could start before the end of this year.

According to the latest plans demolition and construction works are expected to take around four years, allowing the building to open before the end of 2026.

Skyscraper in London’s Canary Wharf will feature a distinctive crown with an illuminated spire

The 54,000 sq ft building will provide 495 flats, including a single luxury penthouse on the top floor. Just over 130 flats will be affordable within the building.