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76, Abbey International Finance Limited, Merrion Square South, Dublin 2

Registered Application

Planning application 5166/26

Dublin - Dublin City Council

Proposed Development

PROTECTED STRUCTURE: Abbey international Finance limited, intend to apply to, Dublin City Council for permission for development at 76 Merrion Square, Dublin 2, D02 Y76. The site is a Protected Structure (Record of Protected Structures Ref. 5174) Located within a Conservation Area (Zone Z8) . The development consists of the removal of stud infill within the existing arch, between the two ground floor rooms, the installation of slim profile glazed steel doors within the arched opening, and repointing of brickwork to the front facade. All in accordance with conservation specifications.

Application Timeline

  1. Application received

    6 Jul 2026

  2. Decision due

    28 Aug 2026

Application Details

Location
76, Abbey International Finance Limited, Merrion Square South, Dublin 2
Applicant
N/A
Application Type
Permission
Planning Authority
Dublin City Council
Site Area
499.59 ha

Timeline

Registration Date
6 July 2026
Status
Registered Application
Decision
Pending
Decision Due
28 August 2026

Location

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