To the rear of Nos. 39-43, Merrion Square East (Protected Structures) D02NP96, D02 R997 and off Stephen's Place, Dublin 2
Planning application 3067/21
DecisionGrant permission
Decided11 November 2021
Application typePermission
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Nearby precedent
Similar nearby applications linked to this planning decision.- 3735/22PROTECTED STRUCUTRE: The proposed development will consist of works to the main structures and rear returns of Nos. 39-43 Merrion Square as follows: (i) Alterations to fenestration of front facades of Nos. 40-41 Merrion Square including removal of non-original window arrangements and replacement with new timber sash windows in keeping with surrounding buildings; (ii) removal of all uPVC rainwater goods and SPVs and replacement with cast iron or cast aluminium rainwater goods and SVPs, removal of non-historic windows and replacement with new timber sash windows to the rear facade of nos. 39-43; (iii) removal of external security bars from windows and conduct necessary repairs to granite cills with lime and mortar repairs to rear elevations; (iv) cleaning and repair of rear elevations; (v) removal of modern door to rear of No. 42 and reinstatement of a large tripartite window to match window above; (vi) replacement of existing window with new external timber doors to rear of No. 41; (vii) replacement of existing doors to the rear returns of the ground floor of No. 39 and ground floor and basement of No. 42 with new windows; (viii) internal alterations at basement, ground, first, second and third floor levels to Nos. 39-43 comprising the removal of existing non-original wall partitions, doors, windows and carpet/modern floor coverings and the installation of new partitions to reveal original room layouts and facilitate the reconfiguring and fitouts of W/Cs throughout the buildings including new glazed screen and doors and replacement of timber panelled doors with like for like; (ix) removal of non-historic stairs (later addition) to rear return of No. 40; (x) removal of electrical power, lighting, electrical heaters and communications technology throughout 39-43 Merrion Square and replace with less intrusive alternatives and new electrical heaters in more appropriate locations; (xi) removal of mid-century sham ionic columns installed after the 20th century fire to be removed; (xii) restoration works including careful cleaning of chimneys and chimneypieces, repairs to timber sash windows, metal windows, decorative plasterworks and timber/tile flooring to be carried out by specialists; (xiii) new cast iron grates to be installed into existing chimney pieces; (xiv) provision of new fire rated and non-fire rated timber doors; (xv) new contemporary style fitouts of existing kitchenettes incorporating tea stations; (xvi) upgrading of existing services using existing risers and under existing floorboards; (xvii) new guardings to existing stair landings; (xviii) new guardings to existing windows; (xix) removal of external modern doors to coal stores and replacement with new gates; (xx) new external timber doors and window configuration to arched walls below entrance steps; and (xxi) all ancillary works necessary to facilitate the development. / 0.0 km away / 29 September 2022Granted
- 3887/21PROTECTED STRUCTURE: The proposed development will consist of: (i) Restoration works to the brick façade on the west facing elevation of the protected structures including repair, re-pointing and consolidation of the brickwork and the replacement of window reveals with lime feathered reveal; (ii ) (a) a new external disabled access platform lift at the western elevation of No. 41 Merrion Square providing accessibility from street level to the basement of No. 41 (b) new external stair to replace existing to allow access to proposed platform lift; (iii) (a) replacement of existing external door with new window to facilitate conversion of existing lobby at ground-floor rear of No. 39 Merrion Square to WC (b) removal of section of wall below existing window to facilitate new double door external access; (iv) provision of new double doors at rear basement level of No. 40 Merrion Square between existing windows providing access to external courtyard; and (v) The development also includes all landscaping; boundary treatments; SuDS drainage and all ancillary works necessary to facilitate the development. / 0.0 km away / 02 August 2022Granted
- 3436/23PROTECTED STRUCTURE: The development will consist of (a) repointing the front elevation with lime mortars and a traditional wigged finish, (b) repointing the rear elevation with lime mortars and a flush joint finish, (c) reveals to each window to be renewed in lime plaster with a feathered finish, (d) first floor balconettes to be redecorated. The property is a Protected Structure. / 0.0 km away / 18 May 2023Granted
- 4700/22PROTECTED STRUCTURE: The development will consist of a) removal and replacement of the existing modern security railings to the two front elevation windows at basement level, b) removal of the existing modern security gates to the entrance door at basement level, c) the replacement of the existing front entrance door at basement level, d) the replacement of the rear timber exit door at basement level, e) replacement of the existing timber doors internally at basement level, f) the installation of accoustic linings to the walls of the proposed recording studio room at basement level, g) the installation of a new partition wall with glazed section at basement level to create a computer hub room, h) installation of new electrical, lighting and audio visual fittings to suit the new layout complete with surface mounted trunking, i) the installation of new fire detection and emergency lighting to suit the new layout complete with surface mounted trunking, and j) all associated site works. / 0.0 km away / 14 October 2022Granted
- WEB5435/25Change of use for existing three storey building from office use to three apartments with extension of usable floor space on second floor from 66.7 sq m to 81 sq m incorporating dormer windows to front and rear and Juliet balconies to first and second floor apartments to rear. / 0.0 km away / 06 February 2026Granted
- 3056/24RETENTION:The development consists of retention of the 2 no. external signs to the following locations: (1) at 4th floor level of the East facade, facing Stephen's Place, measuring 1950mm x 650mm stating The Leinster and (2) at 4th floor level of the West facade, facing Lower Mount Street, measuring 1950mm x 650mm stating The Leinster. Each sign consists of brushed brass lettering, 290mm in height and 60mm depth with warm white led halo backlighting. The signage demarcates the existence of the operational hotel at this location. / 0.1 km away / 07 March 2024Granted
- 5272/22PROTECTED STRUCTURE: Conversion of the existing ground floor WC to become a print room. Works will comprise the removal of an internal wall, minor alterations in layout, renewal of finishes, amended building services and alterations to the existing glazing. / 0.1 km away / 26 January 2023Granted
- WEB1133/26PROTECTED STRUCTURE. STADIA CAPITAL LIMITED INTEND TO APPLY FOR RETENTION PERMISSION For development at this site, No. 35 MerrionSquare East, Dublin 2, D02 KH30, A Protected Structure, on the corner of Lower Mount Street, Dublin 2,. The development consists of 1. The repointing of the entire external walls in lime mortar with a wig and tuck finish including the removal of the sand/cement render to the basement walls and its replacement with lime render with a wood float finish. 2. The removal of hard wall plaster to the walls and ceilings in the basement and its replacement with lime mortar render. 3. The installation of new sanitary facilities on the ground floor 4. The removal of the pvc rooflight over the stairwell and its replacement with a new lantern style rooflight. 5. Mechanicaland electrical services upgrade works. 6. Necessary structural interventions to stabilise floors and walls. And all ancillaryworks. / 0.1 km away / 18 March 2026Granted