2788/21
RETENTION: Retention planning permission for amendments and permission for the completion of amendments to the development permitted under Dublin City Council Register Reference 2449/20, to include internal rearrangement of the permitted basement area to provide direct stair access to the main hallway to comply with Fire escape regulations and corresponding changes to the ground floor area. The repositioned stair necessitates approximately 2.2 cubic metres of excavation at 5m from the western boundary and 3 m from the eastern boundary. The permitted ground floor juice bar seating area and services are rearranged to accommodate the stair and the part M lift. Associated elevational changes to the rear courtyard elevation involve increasing the area of glazing by 3.5sqm. All works are within the footprint of the permitted building.
Core Planning Reasoning
The development, consisting of minor internal and external amendments, is considered acceptable as it would not seriously injure the residential amenities of the area or property in the vicinity and is in accordance with the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed amendments, including a 2.2m³ excavation and 3.5 sq.m. of additional glazing, are minor in extent and will not have an adverse impact on the amenities of adjoining property.
- The works are necessary to meet Building Regulations regarding Fire Safety (Part B) and Access (Part M), specifically involving the relocation of the stairwell and addition of a lift core.
- The additional glazing is positioned below the height of the boundary wall, and existing privacy louvres ensure that no significant overlooking or loss of privacy will occur for neighboring residents.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
This report concerns a third-party appeal against Dublin City Council's decision to grant retention permission and permission for amendments to a previously approved development at 7 Seapoint Terrace, Irishtown. The site is an end-of-terrace structure being converted into a yoga centre with a residential unit above. The proposed amendments involve internal basement rearrangements, minor additional excavation for a lift and stairs to comply with building regulations, and a small increase in rear ...PDF Document Missing
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