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development consisting of: the demolition of an existing derelict two-storey structure fronting Holborn Street; the construction of an extension and associated works to the existing residential building at 7–8 Markievicz Road to provide two additional one-bedroom apartments, fully served by the existing access, stair core and lift; the provision of ancillary ground-floor bicycle storage, refuse storage and plant accommodation accessed from Holborn Street for the benefit of the existing and proposed residential units; the provision of a roof terrace and an external access ladder to facilitate safe access to the existing roof of 7–8 Markievicz Road for plant and water tank maintenance; and all associated site works, services, drainage and ancillary works
Core Refusal Reason
Failure to provide a detailed conservation methodology for the historic shopfront and a mandatory bat survey for the derelict building.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to submit a detailed methodology for the safe dismantling and reinstatement of the unique art-deco shopfront, which is critical for maintaining the historic character of the TC1 zoned area.
- No bat survey was provided to assess the potential presence of protected species within the derelict roof space, as required by the Wildlife Acts and the Habitats Directive.
- While the residential use and general design are acceptable in principle, the absence of critical technical and ecological information precludes a grant of permission at this time.