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49, Cherry House, Mespil Estate, Sussex Road, Dublin 4

REFUSE PERMISSION

Planning application 3483/19

Dublin - Dublin City Council

Proposed Development

Permission is sought for change of use from residential apartment use to short term letting.

Application Timeline

  1. Application received

    12 Jul 2019

  2. Decision: REFUSE PERMISSION

    3 Sept 2019

  3. Decision due

    5 Sept 2019

  4. Appeal submitted

    30 Sept 2019

  5. Appeal decided: REFUSE PERMISSION

    22 Jan 2020

Application Details

Location
49, Cherry House, Mespil Estate, Sussex Road, Dublin 4
Applicant
N/A
Application Type
Permission
Planning Authority
Dublin City Council
Site Area
31.77 ha

Timeline

Registration Date
12 July 2019
Status
Appeal Decided
Decision
REFUSE PERMISSION
Decision Date
3 September 2019

An Coimisiún Pleanála Appeal

Appeal Reference
ABP-305512-19
Decision
REFUSE PERMISSION
Submitted
30 September 2019
Decided
22 January 2020

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2747/19GRANT PERMISSION12 Apr 2019

Permission for change of use of existing ground floor storeroom at Unit No. 7 Cherry House, Mespil Estate, Sussex Terrace, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4, to use as a one bedroom apartment with a gross internal floor area of 52 sq.m and all internal works and services and minor works to alteration of the external elevation to provide a new door and screen and refurbishment and or replacement of existing windows, and which proposed apartment will avail of existing open space and amenity provisions and parking facilities serving the Cherry House apartments.

Unit No. 7, Cherry House, Mespil Estate, Sussex Terrace, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4

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3004/21GRANT PERMISSION21 Jun 2021

PROTECTED STRUCTURE: Permission for alterations to existing buildings. The alterations include change of use and internal alterations at first, second and third floor levels of 148 Leeson Street Upper from first floor lounge and second floor kitchen/ residential bedroom, third floor vacant/ storage, to one no. 1 bedroom apartment and one no. 2 bedroom duplex apartment with 2 no. velux roof lights in bathrooms at 3rd floor level . Internal alterations to layouts of existing 1 no. 2 bedroom apartment and 2 no. 1 bedroom apartments creating 3 no. 1 bedroom apartments at 147 Leeson Street Upper. Alterations to existing bar at ground floor comprising removal of existing 1970s interior and refit of pub interior, refurbish existing toilets and provide new raised seating area, alterations to basement to include new kitchen and staff facilities including reducing floor levels to achieve ceiling height of 2.4 m and provision of an alternative exit from basement by means of reopening disused cellar hatch, new ventilation supply and extract ductwork to proposed kitchen area. Removal of non-original rendered masonry panels and fenestration at ground level and provision of new shopfront with new entrance and fire exits. Refurbishment and upgrade of sash windows and oriel windows and replacement of non-original windows and repointing of facade (147). Demolition of rear return store rear 148 (first floor) and reinstatement of original window and general fire upgrade and conservation works.

Leeson Lounge, 147-148, Leeson Street Upper, Dublin 4

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3481/19REFUSE PERMISSION12 Jul 2019

Permission is sought for change of use from residential apartment use to short term letting.

41, Rowan House, Mespil Estate, Sussex Road, Dublin 4

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WEB2315/26ADDITIONAL INFORMATION29 May 2026

PROTECTED STRUCTURE: WE J & P United Holdings Ltd, intend to apply for planning permission for development at 10 Leeson Street Upper, Ranelagh, Dublin 4. D04 DE48, a Recorded Protected Structure, RPS Ref. No. 4464. The proposed works consist of 1. Material alterations and proposed apartment fit-out and fire safety upgrade to existing apartment units. 2. The proposed alterations will consist of 7 no. apartments, 4 no. studios, 2 no. 1-bed units and 1 no. 2-bed unit. 3. Removal of all non-original building fabric and modern additions including all mechanical and electrical services and installations. 4. Conservation renewal and repair to all existing and or damaged period fabric and decorative elements including all internal and external joinery, flooring etc. All existing original sash windows/openings restored and repaired where possible. All non-original sash windows replaced with new sets to match original detail. 5. Removal of cement mortar / render to original brick (front and rear) and re-pointed with lime mortar to original detail. Original masonry to boundary walls repaired and re-pointed also. 6. All within a 4-storey over basement terraced Georgian building, part of the record of Protected Structures, RPS Ref. No. 4464

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PROTECTED STRUCTURE: Planning permission for: Demolition of lean-to outbuildings to rear. Remove non-original fittings and partitions on all floors. Construction of new single storey extension (16m2) to rear of the existing house. Reduce basement return floor level by 450mm to achieve a habitable room height (2.4m.). Replace non-original concrete basement slab with new slab and floor finishes. Form new and enlarge openings in existing walls in basement and first floor. New partitions to upper return levels and first and second floor. Breathable dry-lining (calsitherm to basement walls and woodfibre elsewhere) internally with lime plaster finish to selected external walls without decorative plaster. Repairs to slate roof with replacements, where required, to match existing on a like for like basis. Repair and draught proof original timber sash windows and external doors including door case and fanlight. Re-pointing of Leeson Street brick facade and chimneys with lime mortar. Renewal of lime render where failed or poorly repaired. Replacement of mechanical and electrical services. Rationalise waste pipes and rain water pipe and replace with cast aluminium where damaged of PVC. Repair of lime plaster and decorative plaster internally. Remove non-original fire surrounds, relocate and repair original fire surrounds to principal rooms. Install new built in fittings. Redecoration of house on completion. Improve access to front basement area by removing one plinth stone and repairing existing gate in railings. Landscaping to the front and rear and associated site works.

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2538/20GRANT PERMISSION20 Mar 2020

Planning permission for a new two storey extension to rear, alterations to roof, attic conversion, new rear dormer roof window, full repairs, refurbishment and all associated site works.

11, Sussex Road, Dublin 4

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2239/19GRANT PERMISSION11 Feb 2019

Permission for the provision of a single dwelling at 12 Sussex Road, Dublin 4. The development consists of the demolition of an existing single storey commercial premises and the construction of a three storey, semi-detached dwelling, including 2 no. roof terraces facing the street, a row of rooflights over first floor to the rear and associated site works.

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3516/23GRANT PERMISSION5 Apr 2023

PROTECTED STRUCTURE: PERMISSION: RPS No. 5232. The Embassy of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg intend to apply for permission for development at 17 Mespil road, Dublin 4, D04 H6F4. The development will principally consist of a change of use from office to embassy office/ chancery (224 sq. m). The development also proposes modification, repair and upgrade works to the Protected Structure including: the reinstatement of the gate, railings and plinth to front/northern boundary; the repair of external granite steps up to the principal entrance of building; the creation of 2 No. slot window opes at lower ground floor level of the rear/ southern elevation of the main building and 1 No. window ope at upper ground floor level on the rear/southern elevation of the rear return, and the provision of timber sash windows; the build-up of an existing window opening at first floor level on the southern elevation of the rear return and upper ground floor level and first floor level of the western elevation of the rear return and their making good to match existing; the provision of a 'box-out' (oriel) window at upper ground floor level on the western elevation of the rear return; the general replacement of existing upv windows with timber vertical sash windows to match the original; the widening of an internal door ope at lower ground floor level; the provision of a security door to replace the existing door on the western elevation of the rear return; the maintenance and repair of the roof, and the boundary walls to the rear of the property; the provision of a screened bin storage facility in the front/northern garden area; the provision of 2 No. flagpoles to the front/north of the property and a removable plaque with coat of arms to the front of the building; the provision of a ramp at the front/north of the premises to the lower ground floor area; services installation; plant; lighting, landscaping; and internal and external works for the repair, upgrade and maintenance of the protected structure, together with ancillary associated works.

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3446/23APPLICATION DECLARED INVA24 Mar 2023

PROTECTED STRUCTURE (RPS No. 5232): the development will principally consist of a change of use from office to embassy office/ chancery (224 sq.). The development also proposes modification, repair and upgrade works to the protected structure including the reinstatement of the gate, railings and plinth to front/northern boundary; the repair of external granite steps up to the principal entrance of building; the creation of 2 no. slot window opes at lower ground floor level to the rear/southern elevation of the main building and 1 no. window ope at upper ground floor level on the rear/southern elevation of the rear return and the provision of timber sash windows; the build-up of an existing window opening at first floor level on the southern elevation of the rear return and upper ground floor level and first floor level of the western elevation of the rear return and their making good to match existing; the provision of a 'box-out' (oriole) window at upper ground floor level on the western elevation of the rear return; the general replacement of existing upv windows with timber vertical sash windows to match the original; the widening of an internal door ope at lower ground floor level; the provision of a security door to replace the existing door on the western elevation of the rear return; the maintenance and repair of the roof and the boundary walls to the rear of the property; the provision of a screened bin storage facility in the front/northern garden area; the provision of 2 no. flagpoles to the front/north of the property and a removable plaque with coat of arms to the front of the building; the provision of a ramp at the front/north of the premises to the lower ground floor area; services installation; plant; lighting ; landscaping an internal and external works for the repair; upgrade and maintenance of the protected structure, together with ancillary associated works.

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