WEB1164/25

PROTECTED STRUCTURE: apply for planning permission for works to include an additional bedroom, amended living areas, dormer windows, adjusted entrance door and new garden access door all at 7 Fitzwilliam Way, Leeson Street Upper, Dublin 4, D04 H1W5, within the curtilage of 52 Leeson Street Upper D04 H7X4, a protected structure.

Split decision

Core Reason for the Refused Part

The proposed dormer window and first-floor extension involve excessive demolition of the historic mews' rear wall and roof, negatively impacting the structure's conservation character and architectural integrity.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The substantial demolition of the rear wall and roof profile at first-floor level is considered excessive and results in an unacceptable loss of historic fabric.
  • The proposed alterations would disrupt the integrity and character of the mews' roof profile, contravening specific development plan standards for mews dwellings.
  • The development would adversely impact the conservation character of the historic mews, set an undesirable precedent, and conflict with the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Section 15.13.5

Decision Document Summary

The application sought planning permission for extensions and alterations to a mews building at 7 Fitzwilliam Way, located within the curtilage of a Protected Structure at 52 Leeson Street Upper, Dublin 4. While ground-floor alterations and garden access were permitted, the local authority issued a split decision, refusing the first-floor rear extension and dormer window. The refusal was based on the excessive loss of historic fabric and the negative impact the proposed roof alterations would ha...
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