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PROTECTED STRUCTURE: Permission for development at the Arts Building (a Protected Structure - Ref No. 2006) in Fellows Square located within the campus of Trinity College Dublin, Dublin_2 adjacent to Nassau Street. The proposed development consists of the following: Replacement of existing glazing at lower ground and upper ground floors to North side of building (Fellows Square side) as follows: . a. Inclined single-glazed glazing over these floors is replaced with triple glazing to match the existing glazing appearance. b. Areas of single-glazed vertical glazing to gable ends, inset bay below eaves gutter is replaced with triple glazing to match the existing glazing appearance. c. Perimeter flashings at the affected glazing are replaced with insulated flashings to match the existing flashing's appearance

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed development would negatively impact the architectural character and historic fabric of the Protected Structure and its setting.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed works would seriously injure the architectural character and setting of the Arts Building, which is a Protected Structure.
  • The development would result in the loss of original historic fabric and character, failing to preserve the building's heritage value.
  • The proposal contravenes the Dublin City Development Plan 2022-2028 and national guidelines, potentially creating an undesirable precedent for similar developments.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Policy BHA2Section 16.10.18Section 13.4.3 of the Architectural Heritage Protection Guidelines 2011

Decision Document Summary

This application proposed development at the Arts Building, a Protected Structure located within Trinity College Dublin on Nassau Street. Dublin City Council refused permission on the grounds that the works would compromise the architectural integrity and historic fabric of the building. The decision noted that the proposal fails to comply with Policy BHA2 and Section 16.10.18 of the City Development Plan, as well as national heritage guidelines, and would set a negative precedent for future int...
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