4934/22

PROTECTED STRUCTURE: RETENTION for (a) foldable canopy over the ground floor window facing Lower Fitzwilliam Street; (b) the installation of two no. illuminated projecting signs at the corner of the building (top of higher sign approximately 3550 mm from ground

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The Inspector recommended a split decision: granting retention for the foldable canopy as its sympathetic design and scale do not harm the protected structure, while refusing the two illuminated projecting signs because they create intrusive visual clutter and detract from the architectural character and legibility of the building within a sensitive conservation area.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The foldable canopy, including its limited branding, is considered acceptable as it is modest in scale, sympathetic in design, and does not significantly interfere with the historic fabric or character of the protected structure.
  • The two internally illuminated projecting signs are deemed incongruous and insensitive additions that contribute to visual clutter and harm the architectural character of the Georgian conservation area.
  • A split decision is necessary to uphold the standards of the Dublin City Development Plan 2022-2028, balancing the support for commercial vitality with the requirement to protect architectural heritage.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Policy CCUV12Section 15.17.5Appendix 17Section 11.5.3Zoning Z4Zoning Z8Shopfront Design Guide 2001Architectural Heritage Protection Guidelines Sections 12.3 and 12.4

Decision Document Summary

The application seeks retention for a foldable canopy and two internally illuminated projecting signs at a corner premises (a protected structure) at 43-44 Baggott Street Lower and 11A Fitzwilliam Street Lower, Dublin 2. The building is located within a Conservation Area and is zoned Z4 (Urban Village), immediately adjacent to the sensitive Z8 Georgian core. Dublin City Council initially refused the entire application, citing injury to the special architectural character of the building. In the ...
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