3733/24
PROTECTED STRUCTURE :RETENTION/PERMISSION : Retention permission is sought for development which consists of the removal of a wall along the western boundary and railing, steps and a shed to the rear with associated remedial/enabling works to the rear including a relocated temporary fire exit and timber access steps to the north/west elevation. Planning permission is also being sought for development which will consist of the demolition of the temporary timber access steps and existing rear staircore, and the construction of a four-storey over basement rear extension providing for 8 no. one bed managed independent living units (2 no. independent living studio units and 6 no. 1 -bed independent living units) with associated courtyards/terraces (to the north, west and east) including opaque glass screen metal canopy to eastern elevation, new external stair to rear, provision of 12 no. external covered bike spaces, provision of new external bin store, installation of PV panels at roof level, landscaping including rear communal garden/amenity area, boundary treatments and all associated site and engineering works necessary to facilitate the development.
Core Planning Reasoning
The proposed development is considered consistent with the Z1 zoning objective, provides much-needed social housing/homeless accommodation, and is appropriately designed to respect the character of the Protected Structure and the residential amenities of the surrounding area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The principle of residential development is acceptable under the Z1 zoning and aligns with national and local policies to address homelessness through high-quality supported accommodation.
- The scale and design of the four-storey extension are appropriate for this inner-city location and will not detrimentally impact the special character or setting of the Protected Structure at No. 35 Sean MacDermott Street Lower.
- The proposal provides an acceptable level of amenity for future occupants and will not result in significant negative impacts on the residential amenities of adjacent properties in terms of overlooking, overshadowing, or overbearing appearance.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
The proposal by Dublin Simon Community involves the retention of demolished rear elements and the construction of a four-storey over basement extension to provide 8 managed independent living units for individuals transitioning from homelessness at 35-36 Sean MacDermott Street Lower, Dublin 1. The site contains a Protected Structure (No. 35), and the Inspector notes the proposal is a resubmission of a previously granted but expired permission (3863/18). The Inspector argues that the development'...PDF Document Missing
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