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Gaiety Theatre, Nos. 46-50 King Street South, Dublin 2 D02 V097 (a Protected Structure, RPS Ref. No. 4274)

GRANT PERMISSION

Planning application WEB5762/25

Dublin - Dublin City Council

Proposed Development

PROTECTED STRUCTURE: We, Gaiety Productions Unlimited Company, intend to apply for Planning Permission for development at Gaiety Theatre, Nos. 46–50 King Street South, Dublin 2, D02 V097 (a Protected Structure, RPS Ref. No. 4274). The proposed development will consist of the provision of a new Air Handling Unit (AHU) on the eastern roof to replace the existing system in a like-for-like manner; the replacement of the existing water tank on the roof with a new tank of similar size and location; the installation of new internal ductwork within the attic space to extract air from the auditorium and associated new ventilation grilles and louvres; structural repairs to the slabs forming the roof and floors on the eastern side of the Theatre; localised repair works to roof flashings, parapets, concealed gutters, roof lights, and junction areas; reinstatement and upgrade of rainwater outlets and downpipes from various roof levels; the installation of new gantry walkways, access ladders, and fall-protection systems to various roof areas to facilitate safe maintenance; the temporary removal, cleaning and reinstatement of the existing glazed canopy on the King Street South façade; and all ancillary and associated works required to facilitate the above and to improve the Theatre’s ventilation, building fabric and maintenance access.

Application Timeline

  1. Application received

    21 Nov 2025

  2. Decision due

    23 Jan 2026

  3. Decision: GRANT PERMISSION

    23 Jan 2026

  4. Grant issued

    27 Feb 2026

Application Details

Location
Gaiety Theatre, Nos. 46-50 King Street South, Dublin 2 D02 V097 (a Protected Structure, RPS Ref. No. 4274)
Applicant
N/A
Application Type
Permission
Planning Authority
Dublin City Council
Site Area
1496.67 ha

Timeline

Registration Date
21 November 2025
Status
Decision Notice Issued
Decision
GRANT PERMISSION
Decision Date
23 January 2026
Grant Date
27 February 2026

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