Site planning risk brief

PROTECTED STRUCTURE: RPS: 5119: the development will consist of replacement of non-original sash windows in existing frames on the front facade, refurbishment/restoration of glazing bars to the existing sashes on the rear facade, all including slimline thermal efficient double glazing replacement of the single pane fanlight with patterned leaded glazing, traditional lime based re-pointing of the front facade brickwork and cleaning/repointing of granite facade, dwarf wall to railings also the steps/landing refurbishment and redecoration of the iron railings and balconettes, re-slating of the main roof in natural slate, re-rendering of chimney stacks at roof level in a lime based mortar and all associated ancillary works.

PERMISSION & RETENTION: PROTECTED STRUCTURE: Planning permission and permission for retention at No. 17 Denzille Lane, Dublin 2, within the curtilage of a protected structure, No. 17 Merrion Square North, Dublin 2, and at No. 16 Merrion Square, Dublin 2, a protected structure. The development will consist of modifications to the previously permitted development (Dublin City Council Reg Ref 2140/18) to include: (1) modifications to previously permitted north east boundary/party wall elevation facing Denzille Lane to 1(i) reinstate original pedestrian entrance gate and 1(ii) modifications to design of previously permitted timber vehicular gate, signage and 1 (iii) retention of recessed mini pillar for electrical service provider, (2) modification to previously permitted north west boundary/party wall with No. 16 Merrion Square North to comprise 2(i) replacement of section of modern concrete block boundary circa 7m long with random rubble wall to match existing, also to include 2(ii) a linear zinc cladding to top of wall to conceal restraining beams and a hidden gutter with 2(iii) a raised section to accommodate an existing lean-to shelter to No. 16 Merrion Square North for the extent of the permitted gable, (3) modifications to previously permitted north east elevation to entrance forecourt to include 3(i) glazed entrance door at ground floor in place of solid door & circa 1.5m2 additional floor area to ground floor entrance corridor, 3(ii) glazed panels in place of solid panels at first, second, third and fourth floor access windows to balconies, (4) modifications to previously permitted south west elevation to include 4(i) glazed panel in place of solid panels at second, third and fourth floor and 4(ii) inclusion of steel columns to balconies on second and third floors (5) inclusion of 2no. utility meter cabinets into entrance forecourt, and all associated site works.

PROTECTED STRUCTURE: Dublin Therapeutic Massage Clinic, intend to apply for permission for development at this site Basement Front, 10 Merrion Square North, Dublin 2 (A Protected Structure RPS 5111). The development will consist of the change of use from existing office use to use as a therapeutic massage clinic. No internal alterations are proposed to be undertaken.

PROTECTED STRUCTURE: Permission for a material alteration to the development at Nos. 24-25 Fenian Street (a Protected Structure; RPS no. 2738). The Aparthotel development currently under construction on the site is subject to a grant of planning permission previously given by Dublin City Council on 6th November 2018 (Planning Ref 2177/18). The proposed material alteration to the permitted Aparthotel development comprises the conversion of 1 no. double bed unit in the new top floor extension of the protected structure (Nos. 24-25 Fenian Street) into 2 no. studio units. The material alteration also comprises the conversion of 1 no. 2-bed duplex unit, occupying the top two floors of the new 5 storey extension to the rere the Protected Structure (facing onto Denzille Lane), into 1 no. double bed apartment on the fourth floor and 1 no. studio unit on the top floor. These alterations will bring the total number of units from the permitted 10 no. units (6 no. studios, 2 nos. double-bed apartments and 1 no. two-bed duplex), to a proposed 12 no. units (9 no. studios and 3 no. double-bed apartments). The proposed material alteration will take place over the two floors indicated, which have a total gross floor area of 114m2, and it will not alter the gross floor area of the permitted development (476m2). The material alteration also comprises the addition of 2no. rooflights to the flat roof of the new 5 storey extension and 1 no. automatically opening vent to the pitched roof on the rere side of the 5 storey extension.

PROTECTED STRUCTURE: We, The Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland, intend to apply for Permission for development at this site: 8 Merrion Square North, Dublin D02 YE68, a Protected Structure (Ref: 5109). The development will consist of: Masonry cleaning to the steps, railing plinth-wall and granite facing of the front elevation at ground floor.

PROTECTED STRUCTURE: The development will consist of refurbishment and restoration of 8 Merrion Square, Dublin D02 YE68, a Protected Structure (ref: 5109), in use as office space and headquarters to The Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland, to comprise the following: reroofing, including chimneys, leadwork and timber repairs; repair of existing balcony; removal of existing cantilevered toilet block at 2nd floor landing and reconfiguration of opening to reinstate landing window; structural repairs; removal of existing conservatory at rear basement level and replacement with new structure to existing footprint; render repairs to rear elevations; refurbishment of timber sliding sash windows; fire upgrade of existing structure; conservation and repair of internal historic fabric; reinstatement of glazed lay light to first floor return; improved accessibility; reconfiguration of internal spaces to provide improved member, visitor and staff facilities; infill extension to rear return building; upgrade of M & E service installation; refurbishment of existing access platform at front basement level; external landscaping works at rear to provide universal access.