Planning precedent report

Conversion of existing second floor attic into a habitable space, to facilitate two new bedrooms and ensuite. Works will include alterations to existing first floor layout to facilitate new access stair and the installation of four new roof lights to the front elevation, six new roof lights to the rear elevation and one new window to the gable elevation. It is also proposed to widen the existing single gate to the side of the property to incorporate a new double gate and all associated site works.

Planning permission for conversion of existing attic space comprising of modification of existing roof structure, new gable window, new access stairs and 2 no. roof windows to the front.

The development will consist of a 24 classroom Primary School extending to 2 storeys in height, with a Gross Floor Area of c. 4.232sq.m. The proposal primary school will also incorporate a 2 classroom special educational needs unit in addition to all ancillary pupil and teacher facilities including external hard and soft play areas and 2 no. ballcourts. The proposed building will incorporate photovoltaic panels on roofs with a bio mass heating unit also proposed. Vehicular access to the development is provided via a new access off Hollywoodrath Avenue along the northern site boundary. Bicycle parking, car parking and bus set down areas are provided within the site boundaries. A separate pedestrian/cyclist access is also proposed off Hollywoodrath Avenue, with a second pedestrian access proposed along the southern site boundary off Bay Meadows Avenue, also known as The Avenue. A new pedestrian crossing on Bay Meadows Avenue also forms part of the proposed development works. A non-vehicular access to the school, for use by emergency services only, is also provided along the southern site boundary. The proposed development also provides for an ESB sub-station in addition to all associated site development works including alterations to ground levels, on-site external lighting, landscaping and boundary treatment.

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Planning permission sought for attic conversion to include two each roof windows to front and rear with relocated solar panels.

The diversion of an existing watercourse, (Powerstown Stream) into an existing drainage channel located adjacent to the north, west and east boundaries of the site. The diverted watercourse will incorporate the provision of a riparian zone (approx. 18-26 metres in width) and a series of swales and ponds. The proposed development will also comprise the provision of 3 No. pedestrian/cyclist bridges on the north, west and east site boundaries; hard and soft landscaping; boundary treatments; signage; changes in levels; and all associated site development works. The proposed development will enable the future development of the subject site. AI received 26/01/23