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RETENTION PERMISSION : PROTECTED STRUCTURE: I, Dublin Outcasts, intend to apply for retention permission for development at this site, Clarkes City Arms, 55 Prussia Street, Dublin 7, within the curtilage of a protected Structure RPS No. 6874 The development will consist of the following siteworks. 1. The 3 number outdoor food outlets are operating side yard presently. 2. The Sauna business is operating at the side yard presently. 3. The outdoor dining area with a roofed structure, table and chairs is provided at the side yard presently.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The development negatively impacts the architectural character of a Protected Structure and lacks sufficient detail regarding its impact on local amenity and public health.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The development's poor design, layout, and materiality cause a cumulatively injurious visual impact on the special architectural character and setting of the Protected Structure and its historic streetscape.
  • The proposal sets an undesirable precedent and contravenes specific heritage policies BHA2 and BHA9 of the Dublin City Development Plan 2022-2028.
  • Insufficient documentation was provided to demonstrate that the development would not negatively affect the amenity of the local area or public health, particularly regarding its proximity to residential uses.

Cited Policies (CDP)

BHA2 a)BHA2 b)BHA2 d)BHA9

Decision Document Summary

Dublin Outcasts sought retention permission for developments at Clarke's City Arms, a Protected Structure located at 55 Prussia Street, Dublin 7. The application was refused primarily due to the 'ad-hoc' and 'untidy' nature of the structures, which were deemed to harm the historic streetscape and the architectural integrity of the former City Arms Hotel. Furthermore, the Planning Authority found the application lacked necessary technical details to ensure that the ongoing use of the site would n...
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