5380/22
RETENTION: Permission for Residential refurbishment development, for: 1. Upgrade works to the heating system and electrical works. 2. Installation of insulated dry lining to existing walls. 3. Fire safety upgrades to all apartments. 4. Installation of new kitchenettes. 5. Upgrade to all en-suite bathrooms. 6. Installation of new doors. 7. Change of use of garage space to two-bedroom apartment at No. 11 Sherrard Street Lower, Dublin 1.
Core Refusal Reason
The development was refused due to the negative impact on the architectural integrity of a Protected Structure and the failure to meet minimum residential standards for apartment units.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The unauthorized works result in an unacceptable loss of original historic fabric and insensitive subdivision, causing serious injury to the special architectural character of the Protected Structure.
- The residential units fail to meet the minimum floor area and design standards required by national and local policy, failing to provide high-quality or liveable accommodation.
- The retention of the development would set an undesirable precedent and contravenes both the Dublin City Development Plan 2022-2028 and the Architectural Heritage Protection Guidelines.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
This application sought retention permission for the residential refurbishment and upgrade of 11 Sherrard Street Lower, Dublin 1, a designated Protected Structure. Dublin City Council refused the proposal primarily because the interventions and subdivision resulted in the loss of significant historic fabric, damaging the building's architectural heritage. Additionally, the resulting apartment units were found to be substandard, failing to comply with the minimum floor area requirements and desig...PDF Document Missing
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