3877/23

PROTECTED STRUCTURE: PERMISSION for works to a Protected Property Ltd (7357); consisting of (1) Internal & external renovation of existing dwelling house, consisting of a two-storey terraced building, having a maximum ridge height of 7.63m above existing ground level (2) Removal of the plaster to front elevation and repointing of the original brickwork. (3) The demolition of the existing mono-pitch & flat roof rear extensions, (later additions to the original structure). (4) Construction of a new rear two-storey flat roof extension (5) Ancillary site works, at 163 Richmond Road, Drumcondra, Dublin 3, D03 TK50.

Granted

Core Planning Reasoning

The application inadequately describes the proposed development and the submitted plans differ materially from the current status of the site, as the protected structure has been largely demolished or removed without justification or an accurate description of such works, precluding a grant of permission under Section 57 of the Planning & Development Act 2000.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The principle of residential development is acceptable under the site's Z1 zoning, but the physical reality of the site has changed significantly since the application was lodged.
  • The protected structure has been largely demolished or removed (including the front wall and roof), which contradicts the application's description of 'renovation' and the submitted conservation reports.
  • The Board is precluded from granting permission because the submitted plans do not accurately reflect the current site conditions and no exceptional circumstances were provided to justify the demolition of a protected structure.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Zoning Objective Z1Policy QHSN6Policy BHA2Section 15.15.2.3Appendix 18, Section 1.1Appendix 18, Section 1.2Appendix 18, Section 1.4Appendix 18, Section 1.6

Decision Document Summary

The applicant sought permission for the internal and external renovation of a mid-terrace Georgian-era protected structure at 163 Richmond Road, Dublin 3, alongside the construction of a two-storey rear extension. While Dublin City Council initially granted permission, the Inspector's site visit in February 2025 revealed that the building had been almost entirely demolished post-assessment, with the roof, front wall, and floors removed. This unauthorized demolition occurred despite application d...
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