Planning precedent report

Permission for alterations to the previously granted permission (ref 2275/20) for development at this site to consist of the lowering of 4 no. window cills on the lower ground level of the Leeson Street elevation to allow for the introduction of a louvred section within the increased opening. The replacement of the existing windows with a new sash and case system to match the existing. The addition of rainscreen cladding in lieu of brick to party wall sections of the north and east elevations, abutting the Earlsfort terrace development. The addition of 25 sqm screened enclosure for plant on the proposed flat roof. The relocation of the proposed accessible platform lift from the left hand side of the main entrance to the right on the Leeson Street elevation, including works to create a new opening in the railing to the public throughfare. The replacement of 1no. upper ground floor window with a door of a matching style to the existing window. All related ancillary services and site works. The areas as specified in the granted permission (ref 2275/20) will remain unchanged.

Planning permission for alterations to a previously granted planning permission (Ref. No. 4097/19) for development at this site c. 812 sq m at 18 Leeson Street Lower, Dublin 2 (also known as Ossory House, Leeson Street Lower, Dublin 2) for the reconfiguration and extension above the rear (west part) of the existing office development at 2nd and 3rd floor level resulting in overall office floorspace increase of c. 449 sqm approximately, and associated site development works. The development will consist of revisions to internal layout, comprising the removal and repositioning of internal stud partition walls, removal of existing atrium; a revised reception space/layout at upper ground floor level with a new platform lift and visitor seating arrangement; green roof; solar collector panels; roof skylights; extension of existing stairwell from existing 1st floor to 3rd floor level; the removal of existing disabled access ramp at north (front) elevation and installation of a disabled access platform lift and removal/alterations to a section of railings at front of building and associated works; minor elevational changes. The development will also include changes to existing car and cycle parking areas; new shower, locker, drying room at basement level, and the omission of 7 no. existing car parking spaces (resulting in a total car parking provision of 14 no.spaces), and provision of 13 no. additional basement cycle parking spaces (resulting in a total cycle parking provision of 23 no.spaces); site development works above and below ground; attenuation; physical changes to existing permitted rooftop plant (including new rooftop ope for maintenance and repair purposes); piped infrastructure and ducting; and all associated site excavation and development works above and below ground. Vehicular access and egress to the purposed basement level will continue to be from Convent Place.

Aviva Life & Pensions Ireland Designated Activity Company intends to apply for planning permission for development at a site of c. 812 sq m at 18 Leeson Street Lower, Dublin 2 (also known as Ossory House, Leeson Street Lower, Dublin 2) for the reconfiguration and extension above the rear (west part) of the existing office development at 2nd floor level resulting in an overall office floorspace increase of c. 119 sq m approximately, and associated site development works. The development will consist of revisions to internal layout, comprising the removal and repositioning of internal stud partition walls, removal of existing atrium; a revised reception space/layout at upper ground floor level with a new platform lift and visitor seating arrangement; new terrace areas (communal and private) with sheltered pergola (12 sq m) at third floor level towards the rear (west) section of the building, privacy screens, glazed guarding (to replace the existing terrace area at second floor level);green roof; solar collector panels; roof skylights; extension of existing stairwell from existing 1st floor to 2nd floor level; the removal of existing disabled access ramp at north (front) elevation and installation of a disabled access platform lift and removal/alterations to a section of railings at front of building and associated works; and minor elevational changes. The development will also include changes to existing car and cycle parking areas; new shower, locker, drying room at basement level, and the omission of 6 no. existing car parking spaces (resulting in a total car parking provision of 15 no. spaces), and provision of 2 no. additional basement cycle parking spaces (resulting in a total cycle parking provision of 16 no. spaces); site development works above and below ground; attenuation; physical changes to existing permitted rooftop plant (including new rooftop ope for maintenance and repair purposes); piped infrastructure and ducting; and all associated site excavation and development works above and below ground. Vehicular access and egress to the proposed basement level will continue to be from Convent Place.

PROTECTED STRUCTURE: Tottoria Trading Limited intends to apply for permission for development at 19-20 Leeson Street Lower, Dublin 2, D02 XY48. No. 20 Leeson Street is a protected structure (RPS 4392). The proposed development will consist of the change of use of 19-20 Leeson Street Lower from Commercial Offices to Education use. No physical works are proposed as part of this development.

PROTECTED STRUCTURE. Permission for development at 19-20 Leeson Street Lower, Dublin 2, D02XY48 and the rear of 82-85 Leeson Street Lower, D02 PX56 (off Stable Lane). No. 20 Leeson Street is a protected structure (RPS 4392). The proposed development will consist of internal alterations to no. 19 Leeson Street Lower and no. 20 Leeson Street Lower, to facilitate the ancillary office and classroom requirements of the Institute of Education, and the provision of a new 4 storey extension, comprising classroom and ancillary space, to the rear of no. 19 and no 20 Leeson Street Lower (no. 20 being a Protected Structure), fronting Convent Place and bicycle parking to the rear of 82-85 Leeson Street Lower, accessed via Stable Lane, Leeson Street Lower. The proposal will provide 9 no. classrooms total across the existing buildings at 19 and 20 Leeson Street Lower and 4 storey extension. To facilitate the proposed development, minor alterations to no. 19 and 20 Leeson Street Lower are proposed, including the amendments and alterations to original and non-original building fabrics. Alterations to no. 20 (Protected Structure) include the removal and alteration of external/internal staircase elements to the rear of the building; alteration of the enclosed rear area element at basement level; new party wall opening connections at basement, ground and first floor; infill of one existing party wall opening at ground floor level; removal of non-original partitions at ground, first and second floor level; alterations to rear return layout at basement, ground and first floor level to provide office and toilet accommodation including the infill of an existing fire escape opening; removal of plant room element at return roof level and provision of a new hipped roof; break-out and provision of doors to the cross-walls at ground and first floor level; subdivision of front room at second floor level; alteration of layout at third floor level; enlargement of existing rooflight to provide AOV; cleaning and repointing of existing rear façade including the infill of a window opening, enlargement of an opening and provision of replacement timber sash windows at third floor level; re-rendering of rear return and other minor ancillary works. The proposed internal alterations to no. 19 and no. 20 Leeson Street will provide for: Lobby areas, a staff kitchen student lockers, a classroom and 2 no. toilets at basement level. A reception, classroom, break out room and 2 no. toilets at ground floor level, 2 no. classrooms, a breakout room and an office at first floor level. 2 no. offices, a classroom and a breakout room at second floor level and 2 no. tutorial rooms and 2 no. toilets at third floor level. The proposed new 4 storey extension will provide for: A classroom, 4 no. toilets, accessible lift, stairs, link to no.19, bicycle and bin storage areas and a landscaped courtyard area to the rear of no. 20 Leeson Street at ground floor level. A classroom, breakout room and 3 no. toilets at first floor level and ancillary lift, and stairs. A classroom, lobby areas, 3 no. toilets and ancillary lift, and stairs at second floor level. A classroom, break out space ancillary lift and stairs and 3 no. toilets at third floor level. A link is provided connecting the proposed extension to the rear of no. 19 Leeson Street Lower at ground, first and second floor level. The proposal includes for hard and soft landscaping, solar panels at roof level of no. 19, bicycle parking (at 19&20 and at Stable Lane), platform lift to basement at front elevation of no. 19, and all other associated site works and services above and below ground on an overall site area of approx. 546m2.

1. The change of use of 3 No. existing office units at ground floor level from office use to use as to 3 No. 2 Bedroom Apart- Hotel Units; 2. Incorporation of the proposed 3 No. 2-Bedroom Apart- Hotel Units into the existing adjoining Premier Suites Apart- Hotel; 3. Infill of 3No. existing external recessed terraces to the rear of the units at Ground Floor Level and incorporation within the proposed 3 No. Apart- Hotel guest suite units; 4 All associated alterations to the rear facade of the building at ground floor level; & 5. All ancillary internal alterations, site development works and services.