Planning precedent report

Planning permission for conversion of existing attic space comprising of modification of existing roof structure, raising existing gable c/w window, new access stairs, 2no. roof windows to the front and flat roof dormer to the rear.

Extension to the existing 14.5 metre high telecommunications structure for the purposes of carrying additional antennae, communication dishes, and all ancillary equipment (overall proposed height of main structure 19.5 metres) to be shared with multiple operators.

NIS B&C Contractors Carpenterstown Limited intend to apply for permission for development at a c. 1.6 Ha site comprising The Orchard and The Orchard Gate Lodge, Carpenterstown Road, Dublin 15, D15R2RV & D15XPW4. Works are also proposed along Carpenterstown Road to facilitate the continuation of the existing cycle lane to the west and connections into the existing wastewater, surface water and watermain infrastructure. The total site area including the development site, road works and infrastructural works measures c. 1.94 Ha. The development will principally consist of: the demolition of a dwelling and gate lodge (c. 1,140 sq m); and the construction of 86 No. residential units comprising 42 No. 3-storey houses (6 No. 3 bed units and 36 No. 4-bed units) and 44 No. apartments (13 No. 1 bed units and 31 No. 2 bed units) in a part 5- to part 6-storey building. The development also proposes: the widening of the existing vehicular access to facilitate two-way traffic movements; pedestrian access along Carpenterstown Road; car parking spaces; bicycle parking spaces; motorcycle spaces; a single storey bicycle store; bin storage; balconies and terraces; green roof; hard and soft landscaping; boundary treatments; and all associated site works above and below ground. A Natura Impact Statement (NIS) has been prepared in respect of the proposed development. Additional Information received 07/01/2026 Significant Additional Information received 12/1/2026

The development will consist of the change of existing roof ridge line to extend to new built up gable wall and conversion of attic space to new study/play room, with new dormer roof to the rear and two new velux roof windows to the front.

Planning permission is sought for: 1/ Removal of hipped roof to side to construct gabled roof. 2/ Conversion of existing attic to storage room to include dormer window to rear, and 2 no. Velux windows to front and all associated site works.

Planning permission is sought for: 1/Upper storey extension to rear. 2/ Removal of hipped roof to side to construct gabled roof. 3/ Conservation of existing attic to bedroom and bathroom accommodation, to include mansard/dormer roof extension to rear, Velux window to rear, and associated site works.