Planning precedent report

The development will consist of amendments to Block 2 which forms part of a previously permitted development DCC Reg. Ref. 3742/10(ABP Ref. Pl29S.238212), as subsequently amended by planning permission DCC Reg. Ref. 2286/12 (ABP Ref.PL240620), DCC Reg. Ref. 4443/16, DCC Reg. Ref. 4152/17, DCC Reg. Ref. 4562/18 and DCC Reg. Ref. 4707/18. The development relates to the ground floor of Block 2 of the Charlemont Square development only and the proposed change of use of the unit located at the south eastern corner. The proposed development includes the change of use of a unit with a gross floor area of 169m2 from the currently approved retail use to commercial use as a staff amenity area which will from part of the approved office-use at ground floor level. The proposed development does not include any change to the permitted gross internal area as approved under DCC Reg. Ref. 4707/18.

The development (site area of 0.07 hectares) will consist of the change of use and amalgamation of two units, Unit 5 and Unit 6 (otherwise known as Unit C and D), minor amendments, and erection of associated signage zones at ground floor level (south-western corner) of Block 2, which forms part of the permitted Charlemont Square development under DCC Reg. Ref. 3742/10 (ABP Ref. PL29S.238212), as subsequently amended by planning permissions Ref. 2286/12 (ABP Ref. PL240620), Ref. 4443/16, Ref. 4152/17, Ref. 4562/18 and Ref. 4707/18 and Ref. 2178/20. The development comprises: Amalgamation of Unit 5 and Unit 6 (otherwise known as Unit C and D). (GFA 360m2 and 156m2) to provide for a single unit; Change of use from permitted restaurant (360m2) and retail (156m2) to licensed premises with restaurant; Reconfiguration of internal layout to include a kitchen, staff area, and WC facilities, and provision of an outdoor seating area; and Erection of 6 no. illuminated signage zones including 4 no. affixed on the south-west elevation and 2 no. affixed on the west elevation at ground-floor level (total area c. 2.4m2).

The development will consist of the installation of 1 no. stainless steel and glass Reliance 3-bay Mark Bus Shelter (5.2m x 3.5 x 1.8) and 1 no. double-sided digital advertising screen (1.7m 1.1m), together with 6-line RTPI unit and bus-stop sign. The proposal will include the relocation of an existing sign and litter bin and all ancillary site works on lands totalling c.36m2.

The development will consist of: Planning permission for the change of use from former ATM space to coffee ''hatch'' for the sale of hot and cold beverages for consumption off the premises, together with minor alterations to the front elevation, including modifications to existing opening, replacement of existing door and the provision of signage panel.

Change of use of ground floor and lower ground floor from office to educational use consisting of four number classrooms and associated facilities. Permission also sought for new signage to internal courtyard area and modification of escape route on southern elevation on Albert Place West, Dublin 2 to allow for disabled refuge point.

The development will consist of the replacement of the existing scrolling internally illuminated double sided 'Metropole' advertising display case with a double sided digital advertising display case and associated works.