Weekly Planning Lists

Article 27(2), Planning & Development Regulations 2001 (as amended)

(a)  Under section 34 of the Act, the applications for permission may be granted permission, subject to or without conditions, or refused.

(b)  It is the responsibility of any person wishing to use the personal data on planning applications and decisions lists for direct marketing purposes to be satisfied that they may do so legitimately under the requirements of the Data Protection Acts 1988 and 2003 taking account of the preferences outlined by applicants in their applications.

Article 31(g), Planning & Development Regulations 2001 (as amended)

(a)  In deciding a planning application the planning authority, in accordance with section 34(3) of the Act, has had regard to submissions or observations received in accordance with these Regulations”

(b)  It is the responsibility of any person wishing to use the personal data on planning applications and decisions lists for direct marketing purposes to be satisfied that they may do so legitimately under the requirements of the Data Protection Acts 1988 and 2003 taking account of the preferences outlined by applicants in their applications.

Qualified staff members are available by appointment to explain the content of current planning applications.

The service is being provided to assist members of the public and residents groups in understanding planning applications currently part of the planning process. The service is not intended to provide general planning advice or to assist in the drafting of submissions in relation to planning objections, observations and appeals.

All queries in relation to site specific planning guidance or pre-application discussion should be directed to the area planner, Planning Department, Block 4, Floor 3, Civic Offices, Wood Quay, Dublin 8.

Please contact the relevant area office number below to make an appointment and to ensure that the relevant documentation will be made available on the day of your visit.

Meeting Location

South Central Area

South East Area

North West Area

North Central Area

2225200

2225127

2225727

222 8870

Crumlin Area Office

Contact Area Office for location

Finglas Area Office

Bunratty Area Office

(1) Change of use from the existing office use to education and

(2) new fire escape stairs to the rear elevation  including creating new opes for exit doors onto same at first, second and third floors.

•           Block A  Amendments to permitted apartments in Block A comprising of penthouse extension on the eastern elevation (c. 71 sq.m) to create 2 no. three bed units in lieu of 2 no. previously permitted two bed units ( No. 67 and 68); – Elevational amendments to north, south, and east elevations of Block A. – Amendments to 3 no. permitted 4 bed town houses to form 3 no. 3 bed town houses; – Revised unit mix in Block A comprising of 4 no. 1 bed units, 48 no. 2 bed units and 19 no. 3 bed units.

•           Block B Extension of c. 217 sq.m to 2 no. previously permitted 2 no. bed penthouse units on east elevation of Block B (Unit No. 111 and 112) to provide for 2 no. 3 bed units and 1 no. 2 bed unit. – Elevational amendments to north, south and east elevations of Block B. – Amendments to 3 no. permitted 4 bed town houses to form 3 no. 3 bed town houses; – Increase of Units in Block B from 52 no. to 53 no. units comprising of 1 no. 1 bed unit, 34 no. 2 bed units and 18 no. 3 bed units.

•           Block C Omission of 2 no. 1 bed units (No. 161 and No. 176) in Block C and extension to 4 no. previously permitted 2 bed units (No. 160, 162, 175 and 177) to create 4 no. 3 bed units in lieu. – Alterations to the roof profile of the western elevation of Block C to provide for high level windows to the penthouse units; – Amendments to all elevations of Block C; – Decrease in units in Block C from 54 no. units to 52 no. units comprising of 9 no. 1 bed units, 30 no. 2 bed units and 13 no. 3 bed units; – The overall number of units on site will decrease from 208 no. to 2017 no. units comprising of 31 no. 1 bed, 114 no. 2 bed. 50 no. 3 bed and 12 no. 5 bed units.

1) The change of use of existing Mews Building from commercial space to a 2 bedroom dwelling 111.2 sq.m,

2) A 7 sq.m first floor terrace to the Stephen’s Lane elevation,

3) 3 no. parking spaces to rear of mews with access through existing archway from Stephen’s Lane,

4) All associated ancillary site developments including landscaping and boundary treatments.

1.) Provide new windows to existing gable elevation (South) to ensuites on first and sttic floor levelsm

2.) Widen vehicular entrance and provide new gates with alterations to existing grassed area to front of dwelling.

3.) All above with associated siteworks.

– removal of existing two storey return to rear (6.6 sq.m);

– removal of existing lean to roof to side at first floor level/ third storey (10.5 sq.m);

– construction of new single storey extension with double height glazed space (4.6 m high), to rear at lower ground floor level (11.39 sq.m);

– construction of new single storey extension to side at first floor level/ third storey (18.39 sq.m);

– modifications to internal layouts at lower ground and first floor levels;

– all associated ancillary, landscaping and site development works.

***Amendment to Week 28/17***

Planning and Development Regulations 2001 (as amended) – Part 8

Applicant: Dublin City Council, Culture, Recreation and Economic Services.

Location: Temple Bar Square and the adjoining streets of Crown Alley, Upper Fownes Street (south of Temple Bar) and a section of Temple Bar from Fownes Street to Crown Alley, Dublin 2.

Proposal: Pursuant to the requirements of the above, notice is hereby given of Temple Bar Square Refurbishment Plan.

This is a public realm refurbishment project comprising upgrade of square and adjacent streets to allow for more public and cultural activities. The proposals include the removal of the existing street furniture, trees, outdoor seating terraces and replacement with new street furniture, new tree planting, seating and public lighting. The proposals include all necessary service, utility and associated site works.

The square is to be extended as a single surface across the adjoining streets of Temple Bar, Crown Alley and Fownes Street to the adjoining buildings. It is also proposed to fully pedestrianise Temple Bar Square and Crown Alley and exclude regular vehicular traffic from these areas.

The measures taken will lead to a significant improvement in disability access to the project area and support the principle of universal access for all.

The project proposal was developed in collaboration with residents, business owners and stakeholders as part of an open participative process.

The proposed works relate to the public realm adjacent to the following Protected Structures; Ref 2084, 1a Crown Alley, Dublin 2, Warehouse facade; Ref 2085, 2 Crown Alley, Dublin 2, Building premises; Ref 2086, 3 Crown Alley, Dublin 2, Business premises; Ref 2087, 4 Crown Alley, Dublin 2, Business premises; Ref 2088, 7 Crown Alley, Dublin 2, Early 20th Century Telephone Exchange Building; Ref 2089, 9-11 Crown Alley, Dublin 2, Buildings; Ref 2090, 14 Crown Alley, Dublin 2, Building; Ref 2091, 14a Crown Alley, Dublin 2, Building; Ref 7995, 12 Temple Bar, Dublin 2, Licensed Premises; Ref 7996, 13 Temple Bar, Dublin 2, Building; Ref 8000, 23 Temple Bar, Dublin 2, Building; Ref 8001, 24/25 Temple Bar, Dublin 2, Licensed Premises; Ref 8002, 41-42 Temple Bar, Dublin 2, Buildings, including 7 Fownes Street Upper; Ref 8003, 48 Temple Bar, Dublin 2, Licensed Premises; Building; Ref 8374, 47 Wellington Quay, Dublin 2, Commercial Premises (adjoining Merchant’s Hall).

Plans and particulars of the proposed development may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding a reasonable cost of making a copy for a period of 4 weeks from Tuesday 18th July 2017 during public opening hours at the offices of Dublin City Council, Public Counter, Planning and Property Development Department, Block 4, Ground Floor, Civic Offices, Wood Quay, Dublin 8, Monday – Friday 09.00hrs to 16.30hrs.

A submission or observation in relation to the proposed development, dealing with the proper planning and sustainable development of the area in which the development would be situated, may be made, in writing, to the Executive Manager, Planning and Property Development Department, Dublin City Council, Civic Offices, Wood Quay, Dublin 8, before 16.30hrs on Wednesday 30th August 2017.

Planning & Development Act 2000 (as amended)

Planning and development regulations 2001 (as amended) – Part 8

Applicant: Dublin City Council Chief Executive’s Department,

Location: The Mansion House, Dawson Street, Dublin 2, D02 AF30.

Proposal: Pursuant to the requirements of the above,notice is hereby given of proposed works to the former caretakers apartments for use as a Formal Guest Apartment; 3 no. interventions to the rear (South West) corner of the Mansion House at first floor level: Intervention 1: Removal of 20th C. internal stud partition (non load-bearing). Intervention 2: Installation of new En Suite bathroom, with local pipework only. Intervention 3: Forming of new external, single door opening in existing Victorian brickwork wall (post 1850) on inner face of south return, fitting of a hardwood and glazed door, and associated works. The Mansion House is a Protected Structure and also a Recorded Monument situated in a  zone of archaeological potential and the South City Retail Quarter Architectural Conservation Area.

Plans and Particulars of the proposed development may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy for a period of 4 weeks from Thursday 20th July 2017 during public opening hours at the offices of Dublin City Council, Public Counter, Planning and Property Development Department, Block 4, Ground Floor, Civic Offices, Wood Quay, Dublin 8, Monday – Friday 09.00hrs to 16.30hrs.

A submission or observation in relation to the proposed development, dealing with the proper planning and sustainable development of the area in which the development would be situated, may be made, in writing, to the Executive Manager, Planning and Property Development Department, Dublin City Council, Civic Offices, Wood Quay, Dublin 8, before 16.30hrs on Friday 1st September 2017.

– Temporary removal of front and curved end vertical concrete panels onto Grafton Street including all balustrading and handrail. Removal of concrete soffit under balcony.

– Necessary replacement of the balcony’s supporting steel structure under the floor of the balcony.

– Reinstatement of the front and curved end vertical concrete panels onto Grafton Street including balustrading and handrail.

– Cleaning of fabric to facade encompassing ground and first floor.

A request of a declaration as to whether the proposed works is or is not exempt development?

Modifications to the communal open space to provide for 416 sq.m at ground floor level  and 329.8 sq.m at roof level .

Provision of a 1 metre pop-up  area at roof level of Block A for ventilation purposes.

Modifications to permitted stair cores and lifts to provide for wheelchair access.

Increase the car parking provision from 46 no. spaces to 56 no. spaces.

Increase the cycle parking provision from 65 no. spaces to 70 no. spaces.

Minor consequential amendments to the permitted elevations including the addition of glazing to the stair core at the eastern elevation and adjustments to the fenestration and arrangement of winter gardens on the east and west elevation Block A and B.

The proposed modifications are incorporated within the floorspace of the permitted development and do not result in any significant material alterations to the approved external appearance of the Blocks.

A) Demolition of : (i) existing, non-original double height extension over part-basement to rear of existing dwelling

(ii) existing, non-original external concrete stair

(iii) sections of external wall to rear of existing terraced dwelling,

B) Construction of:

(i) extended replacement single-storey extension over basement, with new courtyard, inaccessible green roof, and rooflights to rear of existing dwelling;

(ii) refurbishment and renovation of existing dwelling inclusive of all associated landscaping and site works.

1.) The demolition of existing domestic extensions to the rear of existing dwelling house; 2.) Development of new part single storey & part two storey domestic extension to rear of the existing dwelling house; 3.) Works to existing roof consisting of the construction of new rooflights to central roof areas; 4.) Other improvements/ Internal  alterations to existing dwelling house; 5.) Alterations/ Reconfiguration of rear private garden courtyard; 6.) The relocation of existing rear pedestrian access gate to rear  communal service laneway; and 7.) All ancillary site works and services.

Unit B5 (formerly ‘The Dandelion’), to the basement level of Unit B1B, (TGI Fridays) and to the Ground Floor (St. Stephen’s Green) facade of Unit B5 and (part of)  Unit B1B. The proposed change of use is from mixed bar/restaurant/dancing to 100% retail. The external changes include revised glazing, new aluminium/ timber clad shopfronts (to selected RAL colour) with individual illuminated lettering in signage panels. The existing escape doors from adjoining hotel are to be incorporated into the new shopfront facade (with no change in function as hotel fire escape route). The internal changes include a demolition of Internal walls, partitions, stairs and partial demolition of the lower mezzanine (reduction of 40sq. m floorspace); demolition of entire upper level mezzanine (reduction of 115 sq. m floorspace) demolition of part dividing wall at basement level to link basement levels, reconfiguration of circulation areas and provision of a new escalators in newly formed opening/ void from ground to basement level (reduction in Ground Level Floor space of c, 60sq. m). Other works include the construction of new fitting rooms, offices and staff locker rooms/ancillary accommodation and all necessary ancillary development above and below ground.

The proposed development comprises of the construction of 9 no. two bedroom three storey residential units and associated works including 10 no. surface car parking spaces, 10 no. resident and visitor bicycle parking spaces, and a refuse storage area. The total gross floor area of the proposed development is 1,017 sq.m. The proposed residential units are arranged in a terrace of 6 no. units towards the northern boundary of the site, and 3 no. units towards the south-eastern part of the site. Each residential unit includes balconies to the rear (north elevation for 6 no. terrace units, and east elevation for 3 no. terrace units) at first and second floor level, and a roof terrace to the front (south elevation for the 6 no. terrace units and west elevation for the 3 no. terrace units) at second floor level. The proposed development includes all associated and ancillary works including hard and soft landscaping, upgrades/ repairs to existing boundaries, provision of a pedestrian access/ egress in the existing northern boundary wall to provide access to Eamon Ceannt Park, and all associated site infrastructure works, including works to the laneway to the south-west of the site.

a) Demolition of existing single storey non-original rear extension and construction of a new part one, part two storey extension to the rear;

b) Widening of rear facade to form opening into new extension at basement level, removal of partition wall and non-original front external stair to basement, provision of a new external stair and relocation of gate to the front;

c) Alteration to rear window in the stair case at ground floor level;

d) Provision of a new basement floor slab at a reduced floor level;

e) Provision of new en-suites to the guest bedroom in basement and two bedrooms at first floor level together with two velux windows;

f) Replacement of all PVC windows to painted timber double glazed sash windows to match originals;

g) Cleaning and repointing of brickwork to external facade;

h) With all associated works, servicing and landscaping.

***Amendment to Week 28/17***

(i) Demolition of the existing building including rear extensions, except the front facade (elevation facing Serpentine Avenue) which will be retained;

(ii) Construction of 2 no. four-bedroom family dwellings comprising the re-construction of the two-storey building and roof in its original form and height, and to include a two-storey rear extension with dormer level accommodation;

(iii) Additional entrance door on front elevation;

(iv) Alteration to the vehicular entrance on Serpentine Avenue to provide a separate vehicular entrance and 1 no. on-curtilage car parking space for each dwelling; in addition to a new plinth wall and railing to the remainder of the front boundary of both dwellings;

(v) Private garden to the rear of each dwelling; landscaping; roof light on flat roof section of rear extension of both dwellings; boundary treatments and all other ancillary works necessary to facilitate the development.