Planning precedent report

Retention of conversion of a portion of an existing industrial unit for exclusive residential use for associated rewinds staff as residential accommodation over two floors consisting of 7 en-suite bedrooms; communal recreational area; communal kitchen and dining area; Permission for landscaped open space; bin and bicycle store and all associated site works.

The development will consist of a single storey extension to side and rear of existing dwelling (overall floor area 54.3m.sq.) incorporating a new common entrance hallway & toilet (10.6.m.sq.) located at the front of the proposed extension leading to a new 'family flat' (43.7m.sq.) located at the rear of the proposed extension and associated site works.

Retention of the existing 20m monopole telecommunications support structure with attached antennae and dishes, associated ground equipment and security fence (previously granted temporary permission under Planning Ref SD09A/0381) The development forms part of Vodafone Ireland Ltd's existing GSM and 3G & 4G Broadband telecommunications networks.

Retain the amalgamation of both units for single occupancy and external alterations comprising of removal of external timber panel doors and replacement with PVC double glazed doors, removal of an external window and replacement of same with a double leaf door, installation of external signage and installation of external security shutters to windows and doors.

Cladding 27.35m long section of gable wall to manufacturing building, all associated works.

Double height single storey extension for use as a reception area, waiting area and ancillary storage space; external modifications to the existing building facade including upgrading the existing facade finishes, inclusion of new glazed sections and upgrading of existing external windows and door; internal modification to the existing building layout; external landscaping including upgrading of the pedestrian walkway from the existing car parking area; all other associated ancillary site works.