Planning precedent report

Construction of three storey extension to the Convent Buildings for Radiology, Education and Storage, with external staircase, rooftop solar panels, plant and screening and ancillary works at The National Orthopaedic Hospital.

Alterations to development previously approved under Reg. Ref. FW23A/0006: the alterations comprise of:(a) increased height of external staircase to access the roof; (b) increased floor area across the three storeys from 893.7sq m to 919.6sq m and resultant amended South Elevation and (c) change from 'Blue Roof' to other SUDS measures

Permission for the demolition of the existing entrance conservatory and the construction of a main entrance lobby incorporating a waiting area and external portico and all associated works at ground floor level.

Single storey extension to the front, the single storey in-fill of two

The development will consist of the retention of existing one-storey modular construction building with 118sqm floor space which currently accommodates open-plan offices with 1 no. enclosed office, 2 nos WC services and an external protected access to the existing main building (retention permission); and permission for the provision of an additional first floor in modular construction with 118sqm floor space to accommodate changing rooms and lockers and 2 nos. WC services and 2 nos. external metal stairs to the first floor. AI received 16/08/21

The development will consist of the provision of a new two-storey office and staff facilities building of area 323 sqm. within the curtilage of the Cappagh National Orthopaedic Hospital. The new modular construction building will include a canteen, an office/meeting space, two changing rooms and WC facilities on the Ground Floor; and offices with ancillary services at the First Floor level. Ancillary landscaping works will also be included in the application. AI received 16/08/21