Core Refusal Reason
The removal of obscure glass and its replacement with clear glass would result in an unacceptable loss of historic fabric, compromising the integrity of a Protected Structure and adversely impacting the character of the O'Connell Street Architectural Conservation Area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The current obscured glazing is a defining characteristic of the building that creates a unique visual ambiance and historical link to the former Bewley’s establishment which would be broken by clear glazing.
- While the proposed works are minor in scope (glass replacement), they constitute a significant and negative change to a unique design element that is integral to the building's character.
- The alterations would damage the innate character and distinctiveness of the O'Connell Street Architectural Conservation Area and contravene specific heritage protection policies in the Dublin City Development Plan.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy CHC2Policy CHC4Policy BHA1Policy BHA2Policy BHA7Policy FC27
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involves alterations to the shopfront of the Fleet Hotel (formerly Bewley’s Commercial Chambers, circa 1900) at 19-20 Fleet Street, Dublin 2. The applicant sought to replace specific sections of obscured leaded glass with clear leaded cylinder glass to allow views into the hotel interior and improve commercial viability. The site is a designated Protected Structure within the O'Connell Street Architectural Conservation Area. The Inspector noted that while the methodology for the wor...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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