SD22A/0401
Demolition of the 4 existing shed structures on site within the curtilage of the protected structure; Retention and conversion of Scholarstown House (Protected Structure) into two residential units comprised of 1 two bed and 1 three bed units served by private open space in the form of ground floor terrace; The proposed works to Scholarstown House include but are not limited to internal re-configuration; Re-location of the staircase to its original location within the house; Removal of non-original features including the closing up of non-original openings; Creation of a new door opening within the existing alcove, and the blocking up of a window opening both located on the northern elevation; Construction of an apartment block ranging in height from 3 to 5 storeys containing 74 apartment units comprised of 32 one bed apartments, 33 two bed apartments, and 9 three bed apartments all served by private open space in the form of balconies and/or ground floor terraces; The proposed development also includes 100sq.m of residential amenities and facilities consisting of but not limited to a reception, communal amenity room and parcel room; The development will be served by a total of 40 car parking spaces and 183 cycle parking spaces accessed via a new pedestrian and vehicular access off Orlagh Grove with the existing entrances on Scholarstown Road and Orlagh Grove being re-configured to provide for pedestrian and cycle access; All ancillary development works required to facilitate the development including but not limited to, plant rooms, a substation, bin stores, landscaping, boundary treatments and lighting; The proposed development comprises the carrying out of works to a protected structure: Scholarstown House (RPS Ref: 322).
Core Planning Reasoning
The proposed development is considered to be in accordance with the South Dublin County Development Plan 2022-2028 and national planning policy, providing sustainable high-density residential units on a serviced infill site while adequately preserving the character and setting of Scholarstown House (a Protected Structure).
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The principle of residential development is acceptable under the 'RES' zoning, and the proposed density of 102 units per hectare is appropriate for this suburban/urban extension location in proximity to public transport.
- The 3-5 storey height and 'L' shaped design of the apartment block provide a defined urban edge and are successfully mitigated by setbacks and finishes to protect the residential amenity of neighboring properties at Orlagh Grove.
- The retention and conversion of Scholarstown House into two units will ensure the long-term viability and conservation of the Protected Structure, with the new build sufficiently set back to maintain the structure's prominence.