PERMISSION & RETENTION: Permission is sought for widening of the existing vehicular entrance and alteration/ extension of an existing two storey semi-detached house. Comprising a new one-storey projecting bay window, renovation of the existing porch, a new single storey extension to the front/ side with roof lights and a clerestory window. Proposed work to the rear includes retention of and alterations to existing dormer window, internal modifications, a single storey extension with flat and sloped roofs including roof-lights and a clerestory, replacement of all windows, and associated site and landscaping works.
Permission for the amendment of a permitted development at lands at the Former Faulkners Industries Factory, Chapelizod Hill Road, Chapelizod, Dublin 20, D20 WE27, 'Beann', 38 Chapelizod Hill Road, Chapelizod, Dublin 20, D20 TY84 and 'Clareville' 38D Chapelizod Hill Road, Chapelizod, Dublin 20, D20 RK63. The proposed development will amend a previously permitted residential development granted under DCC Reg. Ref. 2869/17 (ABP Reg. Ref. PL29S.248958) DCC Reg. Ref. 3221/18; DCC Reg. Ref. 3434/21; DCC Reg. Ref. 3134/22; DCC Reg. Ref. 4156/22; and DCC Reg. Ref. 3767/22. The proposed development will consist of the following: alteration and reconfiguration of balcony dimensions on all blocks; reconfiguration of fenestration on all blocks, including the conversion of balcony doors to windows and from windows to balcony doors where necessary; minor changes to parapet level on all blocks; re-design of feature balconies on south elevations of blocks A and C; alteration of balcony structures to the west and east elevations at ground, first, second and third floor level to blocks B such that 2 no. winter garden bays area converted to balconies with privacy screens where necessary; alteration and reconfiguration of roof terrace dimensions, removal of glazed guarding to parapets and adjustment of roof terrace parapet levels; removal of escape balcony on North elevation from ground floor of unit A06 in block A; relocation of balconies for units A17, A26 & A35 from north elevation to east elevation including resulting reconfiguration of fenestration on block A. The introduction of additional spandrel panelling to the east elevation of block A; removal of the secondary balcony from the bedroom of unit B03, B04, B38, B39 on north elevation of block B including the resulting reconfirmation of fenestration. The removal of 1 no. roof stairs from roof of block A and the addition of 2 no. roof stairs and assorted AOVs to the roof of block B; alteration and reconfiguration of pedestrian connection in north east corner of the site; minor alteration to the location and layout of the bin collection point; minor alteration to landscaping material to allow for fire tender access; minor alteration to layouts of basement bicycle parking areas with no alteration in the number of bicycle parking spaces and all ancillary works.
Permission for the amendment of a permitted development at lands at the former Faulkners Industries Factory, Chapelizod Hill Road, Chapelizod, Dublin 20, D20 WE27; 'Beann', 38 Chapelizod Hill Road, Chapelizod, Dublin 20 D20 TY84; and 'Clareville' 38D Chapelizod Hill Road, Chapelizod, Dublin 20, D20 RK63. The proposed development will amend a previously permitted residential development granted under DCC Reg. Ref. 2869/17 (ABP Reg. Ref. PL29S.248958); DCC Reg. Ref. 3221/18; DCC Reg. Ref. 3434/21; and DCC Reg. Ref. 3134/22. The proposed development will include: • An extension to the north-western corner of Block A to include 8 No. additional 1- bedroom units at 3rd and 4th floor level; • Introduction of additional balcony and terrace doorways at ground floor level on the north elevation and fourth floor level north and south elevations of Block A, • Introduction of 2 no. access doorways at ground floor level and 1 no. access doorway at basement level on the east elevation of Block B, and 4 no. access doorways at ground floor level on the north elevation of Block C. • The relocation of previously permitted doorways and windows to match new internal layouts on ground to third floor level east elevation Block A, ground floor east elevation, fourth floor north elevation and ground floor to fourth floor level west elevation Block B, and third and fourth floor east elevation Block C; • The introduction of additional privacy screens to balconies at the southeast and northeast corners of Block A, the northwest corner and fourth floor level southeast corner of Block B1, and southwest corner of Block C; • The change in position of balconies on the north elevation and south elevation of Block A, the omission of balconies at first, second and third floor level on the western elevation of Block B2, and greater spacing between balconies for reasons of fire safety on the south elevation Block C; • Alterations to glazing at fourth floor level stairway on Block A north elevation; • New louvres at basement level east elevation Block B; • New columns at ground level north elevation Block C; • Alterations to external finishes on the north and east elevations of Block C and the omission of green walls on the south elevation of Block B1; • Changes to internal layouts of apartments and circulation areas throughout all Blocks to comply with fire safety regulations and disability access regulations, including minor changes to floor levels in Blocks B and C; • New access stairways at roof level Blocks A and C; • Revised layout and addition of solar panels at roof level of all Blocks.
Retention of sub station location and reduction of area floor area from 82.49 sq.m to 52.71 sq.m, as permitted under Reg.Ref 3434/21 which itself amended Reg.Ref. 2869/17; ABP Ref. PL29S248958; Reg.Ref. 3221/18, Reg.Ref 3434/21) and associated site works at the lands at former Faulkners Industries Factory, Chapelizod Hill Road, Chapelizod, Dublin 20, "Beann" 38 Chapelizod Hill Road, Chapelizod, Dublin 20 and "Clarevill" 38D Chapelizod Hill Road, Dublin 20.
Permission for the amendment of a permitted development at the site at the former Faulkners Industries Factory, Chapelizod Hill Road, Chapelizod, Dublin 20; 'Beann', 38 Chapelizod Hill Road, Chapelizod, Dublin 20 and 'Clarevill' 38D Chapelizod Hill Road, Dublin 20. The development will consist of an amendment of previously permitted mixed-use residential development (previously granted under Reg. Ref. 2869/17; ABP Ref. PL29S248958; Reg. Ref. 3221/18). The amendment will consist of the modifications of the internal road layout at grade level, relocation of basement ramp, modifications to basement layout including a revised and relocated amenity area under Block A and with a 254m2 decrease in floor area, a change to the number of car parking spaces, new elevations to Block A at basement level and minor amendments to North and East elevations at basement level of Block B, amendments to proposed attenuation areas, minor amendments to landscaping and associated site works.
Permission of an amendment of previously permitted mixed-use residential development (previously granted under Reg. Ref. 2869/17; ABP Ref. PL29S248958; Reg. Ref. 3221/18). The amendment will consist of the substation relocation from the Northwest corner of the site to the Southwest corner of the site and the inclusion of switch rooms with an increase in permitted floor area of 5.72m2 to 82.49m2, and associated site works.
PERMISSION & RETENTION:The application would amend the permitted mixed use residential led development, granted under Dublin City Council (DCC) Reg. Ref. 2869/17 (ABP Reg. Ref. PL29S.248958), as extended under DCC Reg. Ref. 2869/17/X1, and subsequently amended under DCC Reg. Ref's. 3221/18, 3434/21, 3134/22, 3767/22, 4156/22 and 5111/22. The development seeks the retention of works comprising the extension and reconfiguration of the permitted basement to primarily include additional plant and tank areas. The application also seeks permission for alterations to the permitted landscaping and northern boundary treatment and reduction in height of balcony screens to 1.1m along the western elevation of Block A.
Retention Permission sought for the following alterations to a previously approved domestic extension (DCC Reg. Ref. No. 4171/15) at 17 Belgrove Park, Chapelizod, Dublin 20, D20 AF83, a detached two-storey five-bedroom single dwelling; (i) minor changes to the overall size of the new ground floor rear extension, by 955mm in overall length or 6.82 sq. m. in overall floor area, and including a minor alteration to the location of a supporting column to the rear elevation; (ii) retention of one original chimney structure to the side (south) elevation previously approved to be removed; (iii) omission of two velux-type roof windows previously approved to be provided to the rear (west) slope of the main roof; (iv) provision of one additional velux-type roof window to the existing rear-facing (west) roof structure over the ground floor Master Bedroom; (v) provision of a new metal flue to the side (south) elevation of the new ground floor rear extension, serving a log-burning stove; (vi) alteration to the style & height of the new gate provided to the side passage to the south side of the house to deal with a compliance requirement attached to the original Grant of Permission referenced above; (vii) changes to the fenestration style of the windows provided throughout from those originally approved, including a general reduction in the number of opening sections & the general style of the first floor Bathroom & Landing windows. 17 Belgrove Park, Chapelizod, Dublin 20, D20 AF83 is a corner site where Belgrove Park continues around the bend in the road.
Irish Social Housing Property II S.á.r.l. intends to apply for Planning Permission for development at this site at Tristan Square, Chapelizod Hill Road, Dublin 20. (Formerly known as lands at the former Faulkners Industries Factory, Chapelizod Hill Road; 'Beann', 38 Chapelizod Hill Road, 'Clareville' 38D Chapelizod Hill Road and 3 Chapelizod Hill Road, Chapelizod, Dublin 20.) This Planning Application relates to part of the existing Ground Floor Level of Block A. The proposed development will consist of: change of use from a permitted community hall (c. 75 sq m) and permitted concierge area (c. 51 sq m) to childcare facility use; the subsequent increase in gross floor area of the existing childcare facility (from c. 197 sq m to c. 323 sq m). The proposed development will also consist of: the removal of certain internal walls; indicative signage zones on the north and south elevations; all cabling and ducting; and all associated works above and below ground.
The proposed development will amend a previously permitted residential-led mixed use development granted under DCC Reg. Ref. 2869/17 (ABP Reg. Ref. PL29S.248958; as extended under DCC Reg. Ref. 2869/17/X1); and subsequently amended under DCC Reg. Ref's. 3221/18 (as extended under 3221/18/X1); 3434/21; 3134/22; 3767/22; 4156/22; 5111/22; and 4727/23. The proposed development will consist of: The demolition of the existing two storey dwelling at No. 3 Chapelizod Hill Road; the construction of 1 No. part 5 /part 4/ part 3/ part 2 storey apartment block (Block D) comprising of 24 No. residential units (9 no. 2 bedroom units and 15 no. 1 bedroom units) which will provide an extension to the approved apartment development on the site; A communal roof garden; Balconies will be provided on the northern and eastern elevations; Access to the site will be from the previously approved access points on Chapelizod Hill Road; 45 no. bicycle parking spaces and 4 no. car parking spaces; The development will also include an underground basement plant room, all associated hard and soft landscaping, lighting, site services, PV panels, green roof, all other associated site excavation, infrastructural and site development works above and below ground.
Permission for the amendment of a permitted development at a site of 11,169 sq.m at lands at the former Faulkners Industries Factory, Chapelizod Hill Road; 'Beann', 38 Chapelizod Hill Road, 'Clareville' 38D Chapelizod Hill Road and 3 Chapelizod Hill Road, Chapelizod, Dublin 20, D20 RK63. The proposed development will amend a previously permitted residential development granted under DCC Reg. Ref. 2869/17/X1 (ABP Reg. Ref. PL29S.248958); DCC Reg. Ref. 3221/18; DCC Reg. Ref. 3434/21; DCC Reg. Ref. 3134/22, DCC Reg. Ref. 3767/22, DCC Reg. Ref. 4156/22 and DCC Reg. Ref. 5111/22. For clarity, the proposed units are not 'build to rent'. The proposed development will consist of: -The demolition of the existing two storey dwelling (c. 146 sqm) at No. 3 Chapelizod Hill Road; -The construction of 1 no. 6 storey apartment block (Block D) comprising of 41 no. units which will provide an extension to the approved apartment development on the site; -11 no. 2 bedroom units and 30 no. 1 bedroom units are proposed with each floor providing for 2 no. 2 bedroom units and 4 no. 1 bedroom units, except for the 6th floor which has been set-back from Chapelizod Hill Road and provides for 1 no. 2 bedroom unit and 4 no. 1 bedroom units; -A communal roof garden has been provided which measures c. 85 sqm; -Balconies will be provided on northern and eastern elevations; -Access to the site will be from the previously approved access points on Chapelizod Hill Road; -78 no. bicycle parking spaces and 4 no. car parking spaces; -The development will also include an underground basement plant room measuring c. 78 sqm in total, all associated hard and soft landscaping, lighting, site services, PV panels, green roof, all other associated site excavation, infrastructural and site development works above and below ground.
Planning permission is sought for alterations to existing semi-detached 2-storey dwelling involving the addition of an extended porch roof to front; construction of a first-floor extension to side; alteration & extension of main roof to provide new attic conversion along with attic dormer window to rear and rooflights to front and side; new corner window to rear GF extension and all associated site works.
PROTECTED STRUCTURE (RPS: 6756): permission is sought by the Commissioners of Public Works for conservation works to the Royal Hibernian Military Chapel (ridge height circa 11.7 meters above ground level), a freestanding classical-style chapel with campanile, chancel and side vestry (264.5 sqm) and gallery (52 sqm) at Royal Hibernian Military Chapel, Saint Mary's Hospital, Chapelizod, Dublin 20 (site area 4134 sqm) as follows: demolition of existing mid-20th century single storey flat roofed vestry extension (7.5 sqm), removal of existing sand and cement render at rear of chancel (45 sqm) and to exterior of 1860 vestry (30 sqm) and replace with lime plaster render to match original, removal of existing galvanized steel rainwater goods and replace with cast iron rainwater goods with two additional rainwater pipes to the side elevations. Refurbishment of existing timber sliding sash windows, external door to the flat roofed vestry to be repaired and relocated to original position in the 1860 vestry.
Planning permission is sought to (a) demolish single storey element to side and front of existing dwelling; (b) construct two storey extension with developed attic space to side together with new porch to front including alterations to plans/elevations; (c) single storey extension to rear of existing dwelling; (d) provide rooflight to front elevation together with 2 no. dormer windows to rear elevation to existing and developed attic space; (e) increase vehicular entrance width, use existing drainage connections and associated site works.
PROTECTED STRUCTURE: Planning permission is sought for the refurbishment and convservation of Hibernian Cottage (ridge height circa 7 meters above ground level), a detached single-storey dwelling, with two-storey return to rear, consisting of ground floor (88 sqm), first floor (38 sqm) over basement (45 sqm) (No. 6754 on the record of Protected Structures) as follows: • Installation of insulation to underside of timber flooring void in raised ground floor and first floor rooms over basement, also to attic space/roof void. • Existing floor tiles in kitchen to be repaired and re-laid over new Platon basement waterproof tanking membrane. • Repair, sand and varnish all timber flooring. • Repair works to plaster-stabilize ceiling using stainless steel screws and washers and lime float coat to produce an even surface. • Painting and decorating to walls and ceilings throughout. • New bathroom fitings, new kitchen and utility fit-out. • Doors to be refurbished and ironmongery re-conditioned. • Mechanical upgrades to include installation of new heating system and radiators, new electrical wires and services throughout. • New concrete slab to external areas and laneway, boundary paths to be replaced on a like for like basis.
PERMISSION Conversion of existing attic space comprising of modification of existing roof structure, raising of existing gable c/w window, new front first floor window, new access stairs, 3no. roof windows to the front and flat roof dormer to the rear.
The development consists of the erection of an ancillary utility shed for the storage of gardening, grass cuttings and sport equiptment. The area of the shed will be 30sq. m and it will have a height of 3.2 metres, width of 5 metres and length of 6 metres. The shed will be finished in black pvc. coated metal sheeting.
Permission is sought to demolish existing rear and gable chimneys, and dormers and bay windows to front, to straighten front roof slope and form new extended fully glazed dormer extension to front and form new windows to ground floor front and gable, to demolish existing rear conservatory and form new two storey rear extension, to relocate main entrance door from front to gable elevation, to remove part of existing stone boundary wall to front and form widened vehicular entrance and lower ground level to form new front driveway, to wrap exterior of house in external insulation and render finish, apart from stone cladding to front façade and burnt larch finish to rear two storey extension, to fit solar panels to roof at top of new dormer, to remove existing roof tiles, clean and re-lay, to modify internal layouts to ground and first floor and external gables and rear fenestration, all at 67, Martins Row, Chapelizod, Dublin 20 for Aideen Bodkin. No 67 is located in the `Chapelizod and Environs Architectural Conservation Area`
-Demolition of existing extension to rear & side of house. -Construction of new single storey extension to rear of house. -Alterations to existing extension to side of house to allow conversion to granny flat. -Removal of 3 no. chimneys, -Alterations to internal layout of existing dwelling. -Provision of velux roof lights. -Alterations to front elevation showing new entrance door into granny flat and all associated landscaping and site works.
RETENTION: permission is sought for retention of single storey home office/playroom to rear garden and all associated site works.
The development will consist of full planning permission for the following to the existing semi-detached two storey house with adjoining single storey side domestic garage with single storey extension to rear:Permission to part demolish existing adjoining side & rear extension. Permission requested to redesign and extend to the rear with a single storey extension, addition of a single storey porch to the front elevation with roof-lights over roof on proposed works. Maintain connection to existing drainage and allow new connection for proposed house and all ancillary site works.
The development will consist of the removal of existing entrance porch and construction of new brick entrance porch (3.6sq.m) with pitched roof and rooflight. Demolition and removal of existing shed and WC at rear of dwelling. Extension of existing garage by 510mm (1.3sq.m) and its conversion to Utility Room and Store room. A rear extension at ground floor level (38sq.m) consisting of kitchen, dining and lounge are and remodelling of existing ground floor. A rear extension at first floor level (17.8sq.) and remodelling of existing first floor.
Conversion of existing attic space comprising of modification of existing roof structure, new access stairs, roof window to the front and flat roof dormer to the rear.
Planning permission is sought for the construction of a new 1.1mt. high mild steel fence on top of existing 1.35mt. high wall to the south west boundary of the existing school grounds and associated site works.
The enlargement of the existing vehicular access at front and the construction of a detached 2-storey building to rear. The building includes a domestic garage and storage unit at ground floor and playroom/ gym areas at first floor with all related works.
RETENTION: The development will consist of: retaining three existing prefabricated classroom buildings, one at 154m2 and two at 84m2 at the existing school campus. The classroom accommodation is of single storey prefabricated construction complete with WC facilities provided for in each separate building. The buildings are located within the rear playground areas and are separate from the existing school buildings. Access to each of the prefabricated classroom buildings is provided by wheelchair access ramps. The development was previously granted under planning reference 6779/07.
PERMISSION to open existing front boundary wall to create a new vehicular entrance with associated kerb dishing to facilitate off street parking and ev charging for one car.
An attic conversion and construction of 1 No dormer window to the front and 1 No dormer window to the side of existing dwelling and new driveway entrance consisting of a new piers including a new crossover path verge with dished kerbs along with the associated site works.
Amendments to previously approved planning application Ref. No. 4447/22 for the demolition of existing attached dwelling house and outbuildings and the construction of 2 no. 3-storey, infill terraced dwellings between existing buildings with vehicular access & carport parking for 2 no. individual cars, with external terraces to north & south elevation balconies at first floor level to each unit, new boundary treatment and associated site works. The amendments include for the addition of a second floor 4th bedroom to the rear of both of the approved dwellings.
Permission for the demolition of existing attached dwelling house and outbuildings and the construction of 2 No. 3-storey, 3-bed infill terraced dwellings between existing buildings, revised vehicular access & carport parking for 2 No. individual cars, with amended landscaping to include external terrace to north & south elevation balcony at first floor level, new boundary treatments and associated site works.
Permission for the demolition of existing attached dwelling house and outbuildings and the construction of 2 No. 3-storey, 3-bed infill terraced dwellings between existing buildings, revised vehicular access & carport parking for 2 No. individual cars, with amended landscaping to include external terrace to north & south elevation balcony at first floor level, new boundary treatments and associated site works.
Planning permission is sought for the demolition of existing attached dwelling house and outbuildings and the construction of 2 no. 3-storey, 3-bed infill terraced dwellings between existing buildings, additional vehicular access and carport parking for 2 no. individual cars with amended landscaping to include external terrace at first floor with south elevation balcony and new boundary treatments and associated site works.
Proposed construction of 2 no. end of terrace two-storey 3-bedroomed dwellings to side of existing dwelling. New vehicular entrances + separate car parking spaces provided to front gardens of new dwellings. Boundary walls to front garden and new boundary wall to rear garden to separate dwellings. New dwellings have two storey + single storey extensions to rear and porch extension to front + side. All associated site work included in this application.
OUTLINE PERMISSION: Demolition of existing side porch, construction of new front porch and sub-division of existing site at 15 Lough Conn Drive, Ballyfermot, Dublin 10 at junction with Rossmore Road, to provide 2 No. terraced, 2 storey, 3 bed dwelling houses. Site works include new vehicular access gates for both dwellings to provide 4 car parking spaces plus all necessary drainage works.
The development will consist of: A) Partial demolition & conversion of existing garage including alterations to the roof & front façade; B) Construction of a single-storey extension to the rear and side of the existing dwelling; C) Alterations to the existing porch canopy to the front elevation at ground floor; D) 1no. New window to existing side elevation; E) and associated site works.
Attic conversion with box dormer to rear and rooflight over new stairs.
The development will consist of the proposed construction of a new single storey detached shed with pitched roof to rear garden of existing dwelling. The shed will be used as a personal gym and storage area ancillary in use to existing dwelling. All other site works included in application.
Permission is sought for; Two Storey extension to side with dormer to rear roof and single storey to the side and related internal layout alterations.
Permission is sought for modifications to previously approved apartment development, register reference 5339/22 to provide for (i) minor amendments to previously approved bin store and bicycle store; (ii) provision of a break tank room and electric meter housing alongside the rear access door at ground level and; (iii) sprinkler tank alongside lift overrun at roof level as required by the Fire Safety Certificate, in particular Part B Fire. The development as approved by grant of permission 5339/22 comprises 27 apartments consisting of one 3 bedroom apartment, fifteen 2 bedroom apartments and eleven 1 bedroom apartments in a single 3, 4 and 5 storey building located on a site on Ballyfermot Road, Chapelizod, Dublin 10, D10PF68.
Permission for the construction of apartments. The development consists of: The construction of 29. no. Apartments of which there are 15 no. 2 Bedroom Apartments, 12 no. 1 Bed Apartments and 2 no. Studio Apartments in a single part 4 storey and part 5 storey block. The provision of a 163m 2 public plaza to Ballyfermot Road. Demolition of existing boundary wall to Ballyfermot Road and the construction of a vehicular and pedestrian entrance, to give access to 60 no. bicycle parking spaces and 12 no. surface car parking spaces, all landscaping, surface carparking, infrastructure works, and associated site works and services.
Permission is sought for a vehicular entrance and provision of 2 no. private off street car parking spaces to existing front garden and permission for dishing of public footpath and all associated site development works at no.98 Le Fanu Road, Ballyfermot, Dublin 10, D10Y973 by Lorraine Bracken.
Planning Permission for conversion of existing attic space comprising of modification of existing roof structure, raising of existing gable c/w window, new access stairs and flat roof dormer to the rear. Construction of single storey extension to the rear comprising of kitchen. Construction of new roof over existing garage and porch.
For the erection of a single storey two bedroom extension to the side and all associated site works.
Planning permission closing of the existing access to the Candle Centre (now occupied by Matt Talbot Community Trust) from the grounds of the Church of Our Lady of the Assumption and the opening of a new access to the Candle Centre from Colepark Drive. This involves the demolition of the boundary wall between the Candle Centre and 77 Colepark Drive, the demolition of the existing access gates and pillars access to the Candle Centre, alterations to the existing boundary wall at the Candle Centre and the reinstatement of the previously demolished walls in the existing boundary between the Church of Our Lady Of The Assumption adjacent and the site subject of planning.
Permission is sought for partial demolition of existing ground floor to rear and construction of a single and two storey extension to the side and rear, new dormer extension to rear to new attic conversion, new roof lights, alterations to front porch and front elevation and widening of existing vehicle access, to an existing two storey semi-detached dwelling.
The development will consist of the restructuring of the external landscape and the renovation of the fire damaged existing one storey community centre to the rear of the property. External landscape works involve new garden areas, green house, car parking areas and building of a new boundary wall to the Cornamona land to the north of the site. Renovation works consist of an upgraded thermal envelope to the building including insulated render system and new windows and doors and the removal of adjacent sheds.
New vehicular entrance, provision of 1 private, off-street parking space in existing front garden and dishing of the public footpath.
The development will consist of the construction of single storey rear and side extension plus all associated site works.
The development will consist of: -Construction of a new stepped pedestrian access route from an existing parking area to Glenmaroon Lodge, including a new arched entrance through an existing estate wall. - Repair and partial reconstruction of a section of the existing stone retaining wall. - Installation of a 2.2m high green v-mesh fence along the eastern boundary. - Installation of a heritage-style handrail along the top of the retaining wall. -Reinstatement of lawns and landscape planting throughout the works area. Additional Information Received: 09/03/2026 Significant Additional Information Received: 18/03/2026
The development will consist of removing the existing side garage and constructing a new 2 storey extension to the side and rear of the dwelling. A new bay window with a canopy will be constructed at the front of the existing dwelling.