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Planning Notes (31st August 2010)

197, Howth Road, Dublin 3. Mr James Sharkey. App. No. 3017/10 for permission. Additional Information Received. Demolition of dormer dwelling and the construction of a detached three storey, 4 apartment block, consisting of 1 single storey one bedroom, 1 single storey two bedroom and 2 duplex three bedroom, with 6 car spaces, 4 cycle racks, 4 bin stores to front elevation, 2 garden stores/ greenhouses to the rear, 3 accesses onto Howth Road, 2 ground floor terraces to the rear and 2 first floor balconies to the rear, 9 Velux windows at second floor level, 7 to the north rear and 2 to the east side and site development works at 197 Howth Road, Dublin 3. 23/08/10. Clontarf Golf & Bowling Club, Malahide Road, Dublin 3. Clontarf Golf and Bowling Club. App. No. 3025/10 for permission. Additional Information Received. Planning permission for the demolition and removal of existing single storey machinery shed and the construction of a new two storey storage building with a total floor area of 580.80sqm in which the course machinery will be stored and maintained. The building incorporates green-keeping staff facilities of 80sqm at first floor level. The outdoor compound includes a vehicle and equipment wash pad area and a diesel storage tank. 25/08/10. Spar Donnycarney, 67, Collins Avenue West, Donnycarney, Dublin 9. Hutchison 3G Ireland Limited. App. No. 3454/10 for retention permission. Retention permission for a roof mounted 7 metre high stayed pole with three number panel antennas, one number point to point link dish and associated equipment which was previously granted under planning reference 6119/03 and forms part of their 3G communications network. 23/08/10. Clontarf Golf and Bowling Club, Malahide Road, Dublin 3. Clontarf Golf & Bowling Club. App. No. 3476/10 for permission. Planning permission for a new single storey professional's shop with a total floor area of 112.75sqm. The building shall be a pre-cut Baltic pine log structure having a pitched roof with concrete tile finish and shall comprise a retail area, stock room, training room, toilet, workshop and sales area. 25/08/10. Site known as Mount Auburn, 151, Richmond Road and 149, Richmond Road, Dublin 3. Karl Scully. App. No. 2273/10. Decision: GRANT PERMISSION. Planning permission is sought for the demolition of existing derelict two storey dwelling known as 149 Richmond Road and construction of 7 two-bedroom three-storey townhouses in 1 block of 5 units facing onto Waterfall Avenue and 1 block of 2 units facing onto Richmond Road. All units will have a covered car porch accessed from Waterfall Avenue and Richmond Road respectively and all units will have a second storey roof garden. All with associated site works, landscaped private gardens and associated boundary wall treatments. 23/08/10. 121, 123 and 125 Malahide Road, Dublin 3. Paudie O'Donnell. App. No. 2605/10. Decision: GRANT PERMISSION. Demolition of existing two storey public house & retail unit, and construction of a three storey mixed use development comprising of ground floor retail use with commercial use over (1251sqm). Second floor is to be recessed with terrace. Car parking to the rear in existing car park (16 spaces), via re-positioned entrance from the Malahide Road, all to be landscaped with associated site works, bicycle parking. 25/08/10. 370, Clontarf Road, Clontarf, Dublin 3. Dwycos Ltd. App. No. 3119/10. Decision: GRANT RETENTION PERMISSION. RETENTION- Retention of outdoor seated area, glazed wind screens & canopy umbrella at Bay Restaurant. 23/08/10. Manor House School, Watermill Road, Raheny, Dublin 5. The Board of Management, Manor House School. App. No. 3251/10. APPLICATION DECLARED INVALID. New three storey lift to central courtyard (overall height 10.6 metres), 2) New internal level access ramp serving proposed lift and 3) New external level access ramp to main front entrance. 26/08/10. Unit 33, Butterly Business Park, Kilmore Road, Artane, Dublin 5. Patrick Butterly & Sons Ltd. App. No. 4565/09. Appeal Decision: REFUSE PERMISSION. Permission is sought for change of use from a snooker hall with bar/restaurant (previously permitted under reg. ref. 770/85) to a private members’ club. The proposed development (626sqm) comprises of a foyer area, general gaming area, 3 no. private game rooms, a bar and kitchen. Ancillary facilities will include toilets and changing facilities, offices, cashier and count rooms and store areas. A sheltered external terrace (27sqm) is also proposed. The front (west) elevation of the building and west elevation of the adjoining Unit 35 is to be revised and will include an overhead canopy and 2 no. signage plaques (0.5sqm each). The existing fire escape route is to be decommissioned on the north elevation and openings blocked off. A new fire escape door is proposed on the east elevation. The existing external access stairs to mezzanine level to adjoining building (Unit 32) is to be removed. A barrier is proposed along the western circulation route within the Butterly Business Park. 12no. car parking spaces and 10 no. bicycle parking spaces are proposed. Works to include all site development and ancillary works, all on a site of approx. 0.15ha. 23/08/10.

Planning Notes (25th August 2010)

1, 1A & 1B (and rear site behind), Sybil Hill Road, Raheny, Dublin 5. MKN Developments Ltd. App. No. 3074/10. Decision: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. Planning permission is sought for the demolition of 3 no. habitable dwellings at 1, 1A and 1B Sybil Hill Road, their boundary walls front and rear, the erection of new boundary treatments on Sybil Hill Road, the retention of the existing boundary with the adjoining St. Pauls school to the south, Kare Social Services Centre to the north and the Meadows development to the east and north, the erection of 98 no. dwellings consisting of 8 no. two storey 3 bedroom terraced houses, 4 no. one bedroom apartments, 78 no. two bedroom and 10 no. three bedroom apartments, plus balconies, terraces and roof gardens, in 1 no. two storey terrace and 2 no. buildings varying in height from four to eight storeys (comprising three storeys plus penthouse to seven storeys plus penthouse), a crèche facility of 181sqm and associated playground on the ground floor of Block B, a community/cafe facility of 128sqm and associated garden/terrace on the ground floor of Block B, a basement car park containing 119 basement car spaces, boiler house, bin store, bicycle storage for 96 bicycles and ancillary facilities, the closing of four existing site entrance and the creation of two new site entrances on Sybil Hill Road (a ramped entrance to the basement car park and a fire service & pedestrian entrance), and an ESB sub-station and switch room facility on Sybil Hill Road and associated landscape works on .68 hectares at no. 1, 1A and 1B (and to the rear of same) Sybil Hill Road, Raheny, Dublin 5, a site bounded by St. Paul’s School to the south, Sybil Hill Road to the west, The Meadows residential development to the east and north and the Kare Social Services Centre to the north. 19/08/10. 184, Collins Avenue, Whitehall, Dublin 9. Chris McDonald. App. No. 3077/10. Decision: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. Permission to demolish existing two storey detached house and construct 2 no. two storey detached houses fronting onto Collins Avenue, create additional vehicular access and off street parking to front and all associated site works. 19/08/10. 16B, Kilbarron Road, Kilmore West, Coolock, Dublin 5. James Mulvaney. App. No. 080/10. Decision: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. Planning permission sought for the change of use of 16b Kilbarron Road (an existing end-of-terrace two-storey two-bedroom single dwelling) from a dwelling into a new shop unit at ground floor level with ancillary office above. The proposed works are to include (i) the demolition of an existing single-storey pitched roofed porch to the front of the existing house; (ii) the construction of a new single-storey flat roofed extension to the full width of the front of the proposed new shop unit with new shop-front and signage to match the style of those to the existing adjacent shop unit; (iii) the demolition of an existing single-storey pitched roofed extension & part demolition of the existing rear boundary wall (facing Cromcastle Avenue) both to the rear of the existing house; (iv) the construction of a new single-storey flat-roofed extension to the full width of the rear of the proposed new shop unit; (v) other internal alterations & external site works to facilitate the proposed change of use from dwelling to shop unit; (vi) the provision of two no. car parking spaces & one no. bicycle space to the existing hard-landscaped forecourt to the front of the existing house and accessed from Kilbarron Road. Is a corner site at the junction of Kilbarron Road and Cromcastle Avenue. 20/08/20.

Planning Notes (18th August 2010)

Clontarf And Scots Presbyterian Church, Corner Of Clontarf Road And, Howth Road, Clontarf, Dublin 3. App. No. 2553/10. Additional information received. The development will consist of (a) the construction of a 26sqm single storey Church Hall fronting onto the Howth Road (b) glazed link between existing church & proposed hall (c) minor alterations to the Church to facilitate the proposed link (d) 1 metre high retaining wall with 900mm high railings over to replace railings between School & Church and (e) associated site works. 13/08/10. Clontarf Golf & Bowling Club, Malahide Road, Dublin 3. App. No. 3025/10. Decision: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. Planning permission for the demolition and removal of existing single storey machinery shed and the construction of a new two storey storage building with a total floor area of 580.80sqm in which the course machinery will be stored and maintained. The building incorporates green-keeping staff facilities of 80sqm at first floor level. The outdoor compound includes a vehicle and equipment wash pad area and a diesel storage tank. 10/08/10. 48 & 48A, St. Brigid's Road, Artane, Dublin 5. Kathryn Vlavianos. App. No. 3052/10. Decision: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. Planning permission for development at 48 & 48A St. Brigid's Road (junction of St. Brigid's Road & Danieli Drive). The development will consist of: 1. Demolition of existing 3 bedroom, 2 storey end of terrace dwelling; 2. Construction of new 2 storey 3 bedroom dwelling, part over existing single storey shop unit; 3. Demolition of existing dispensary to rear of existing pharmacy; 4. Construction of new 2 storey dispensary with store and kitchenette on first floor; 5. Interior alterations to existing pharmacy; 6. All associated site works. 13/08/10. St. Joseph's Centre For Children With Visual Impairment, Grace Park Road, Drumcondra, Dublin 9. Trustees of Rosminian Institute Charity. App. No. 3095/10. Appeal decision: Grant Permission. PROTECTED STRUCTURE - The Trustees of the Rosminian Institute of Charity are applying for a ten year permission for an educational/institutional/residential development on their 7.336hectares (18.03acre) site at St. Joseph's Centre for Children with Visual Impairment. 13/08/10.

Planning Notes (17th August 2010)

Unit 49-50 Northside Shopping Centre, Located At Oscar Traynor Road, Clonshaugh Road, Barrycourt Road, Coolock, Dublin 17. N1 Property Developments Limited. App. No. 3331/10 for permission. Consisting of a change of use from shop (unit 49) and bank (unit 50) to combined restaurant (224.9 sqm) and take away service incorporating facilities for the sale of hot food for consumption off the premises. The development will include a new internal mall entrance and facade incorporating facing signage together with a new exterior entrance from the existing car park, a new exterior facade incorporating lighting and facing signage and ancillary works together with an entrance to the take away service. Revised car parking to include 3 no. disabled spaces and 1 no. car park space with security posts. 04/08/10. Unit 47 Northside Shopping Centre, Located On Oscar Traynor Road, Clonshaugh Road, And Barrycourt Road, Coolock, Dublin 17. N1 Property Developments Limited. App. No. 3332/10 for permission. Consisting of a change of use of unit 47 from shop to restaurant and take away incorporating facilities for sale of hot food for consumption off the premises together with mall entrance and shop front with signage lighting and ancillary works. 04/08/10. 189, Clontarf Road/Church Gate Avenue, Clontarf, Dublin 3. Dr. Joseph Houlihan. App. No. 2995/10. Decision: GRANT PERMISSION. Planning permission is sought for a change of use of a first floor apartment to a dental surgery, with minor internal alterations within an existing mid-terrace 2 storey building. 04/08/10. 197, Howth Road, Dublin 3. Mr James Sharkey. App. No. 3017/10 for permission. Decision: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. Demolition of dormer dwelling and the construction of a detached three storey, 4 apartment block, consisting of 1 single storey one bedroom, 1 single storey two bedroom and 2 duplex three bedroom, with 6 car spaces, 4 cycle racks, 4 bin stores to front elevation, 2 garden stores/ greenhouses to the rear, 3 accesses onto Howth Road, 2 ground floor terraces to the rear and 2 first floor balconies to the rear, 9 Velux windows at second floor level, 7 to the north rear and 2 to the east side and site development works at 197 Howth Road, Dublin 3. 04/08/10. Site between 28 & 34, Vernon Avenue & to rear of 34-50 Vernon Avenue, 15-43 Belgrove Road, 96-98 Kincora Road, 13-15 St. Joseph's Square & 9-11 Vernon Road, Clontarf, Dublin 3. S. O'Rourke, J. Corcoran, M. Thornton. App. No. 4245/09. Decision: GRANT PERMISSION. Permission sought for a residential development at Vernon Avenue (for which planning permission has previously been granted for 30. residential units, Plan Ref. No. 4754/06). The development shall include demolition of existing single storey dilapidated structure and construction of 24 no. dwelling houses consisting of: a) 4 no. 5 bedroom, part three-storey with pitched roof level accommodation and associated dormers to front and rear, terraced houses (Type A). b) 4 no. 4 bedroom, two-storey with pitched roof level accommodation and associated dormers to front and velux roof lights to rear, terraced houses (Type B). c) 4 no. 3 bedroom, two-storey with pitched roof level accommodation and associated dormers to front, terraced houses (Type C). d) 4 no. 3 bedroom, two-storey with pitched roof level accommodation and associated dormers to front and rear (except house D-13 with velux roof light to rear), terraced houses (Type D). e) 6 no. 3 bedroom, two-storey with pitched roof level accommodation and associated dormers to front and rear, terraced houses (Type E). f) 2 no. 2 bedroom, two-storey, pitched roof, semi detached houses (Type F). g) New access road off Vernon Avenue, and all associated site development works car parking, landscaping and services. 04/08/10. Former Grand Cinema, 396-402, Collins Avenue, Whitehall, Dublin 9. Cowra Ltd. App. No. 2123/10. Appeal Notified: Written Evidence. The development consists of (a) demolition of former cinema building while retaining front facade and reinstating front canopy with balcony over (b) 2 ground floor retail units of 332.5sqm and 343.3sqm. (c) Two multi-purpose leisure spaces of 496.6sqm and 173.3sqm at first floor level, (d) medical consultancy suites of total 184.5sqm at second floor level, (e) 8 residential apartments (1 x 1 bed, 4 x 2 bed, 3 x 3 bed duplex units) each with a balcony/terrace at second, third and fourth floor level, (f) underground car park for 29 spaces (g) screened plant area on roof and rear elevation, (h) provision of new section of laneway at rear providing access to underground parking and facilitating pedestrian and vehicular linkage on rear lane. The proposed building would have a total floor area of 3737.8sqm and a total height of 5 storeys. The Goblet Public House, Mornington Park, Malahide Road, Artane, Dublin 5. Mr Aidan McGovern. App. No. 2102/10. Appeal decision: REFUSE PERMISSION. Altered and extended toilets and stores, relocated emergency exit stairs, and new smoking area with monopitch and flat roof at ground floor to the rear of the existing public house. 06/08/10. 52, 54, 56 & 58, Station Road (Adjacent Ashcroft Housing Estate), Raheny, Dublin 5. Earlsfort Centre. App. No. 4525/09. Appeal decision: GRANT PERMISSION. Development consist of (a) The demolition of 4 no. habitable houses, 1 no. shed and ancillary boundary walls, (b) The construction of a three storey, 80 Bed Nursing Home facility comprising a 60 bed elderly care unit a 20 bed specialist alzheimer unit and associated ancillary plant and accommodation and (c) The construction of all associated site development works including a pedestrian entrance off Station Road, 2 no. new vehicular site entrances to on site surface parking / service areas accessed via the adjacent Ashcroft housing estate (29no. parking spaces provided in separate visitor and staff car parks), waste holding area, all landscaping and boundary treatments and ancillary site services infrastructure. 06/08/10.

Planning Notes (16th August 2010)

Site known as Mount Auburn, 151, Richmond Road and 149, Richmond Road, Dublin 3. Karl Scully. App. No. 2273/10 for permission. Clarification of Additional Information Received. Planning permission is sought for the demolition of existing derelict two storey dwelling known as 149 Richmond Road and construction of 7 two-bedroom three-storey townhouses in 1 block of 5 units facing onto Waterfall Avenue and 1 block of 2 units facing onto Richmond Road. All units will have a covered car porch accessed from Waterfall Avenue and Richmond Road respectively and all units will have a second storey roof garden. All with associated site works, landscaped private gardens and associated boundary wall treatments. 29/07/10. 121, 123 and 125 Malahide Road, Dublin 3. Paudie O'Donnell. App. No. 2605/10 for permission. Additional Information Received. Demolition of existing two storey public house & retail unit, and construction of a three storey mixed use development comprising of ground floor retail use with commercial use over (1251sqm). Second floor is to be recessed with terrace. Car parking to the rear in existing car park (16 spaces), via re-positioned entrance from the Malahide Road, all to be landscaped with associated site works, bicycle parking. 29/07/10. Former Chapel, (also Known As The Artane Boys Band Hall), St David's CBS, Artane, Dublin 5. Congregation of the Christian Brothers. App. No. 3299/10 for permission. PROTECTED STRUCTURE - Permission for development on 0.0825 hectare site. The subject site is situated to the south of St. David's Park. Proposed development consists of demolition of the remaining ruins of Former Chapel with a gross floor area of 620 sqm. The application site is located within the curtilage of St David's CBS Boys' Secondary School, a protected structure. 28/07/10. Howth Road National School, Clontarf Road, Dublin 3. App. No. 2924/10. Decision: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. To extend the duration of the existing permission for a period of five years for the temporary single storey prefabricated building comprising of a classroom, ancillary toilet facilities and link corridor to the existing school. 27/07/10. Pobalscoil Rosmini, Grace Park Road, Drumcondra, Dublin 9. App. No. 2950/10. Decision: GRANT PERMISSION. Planning permission is being sought for: 1) new single storey extension (total area 35sqm) to include new entrance lobby (area 15.2sqm), reception (area 8.3sqm) & waiting area (area 11.2sqm), and 2) Alterations to existing staff area to include new corridor (area 10.2sqm), new principal's office (area 18sqm) and new administration office (area 20.7sqm). 28/07/10. ESB 38kV Electrical Transformer, Vernon Avenue, Clontarf, Dublin 3. App. No. 3015/10. Decision: GRANT PERMISSION. The development will consist of alterations to the station to include; installation of 2 no. new modular equipment rooms; new 2.65m high palisade internal compound fence with gate to compound; associated site works. 29/07/10. Unit 49-50, Northside Shopping Centre, Oscar Traynor Road, Coolock, Dublin 17. App. No. 3237/10. APPLICATION DECLARED INVALID. See below for details of application. 27/07/10. Unit 47, Northside Shopping Centre, Oscar Traynor Road, Coolock, Dublin 17. App. No. 3238/10. APPLICATION DECLARED INVALID. See below for details of application. 27/07/10. High Park, Grace Park Road, Drumcondra, Dublin 9. Respond Housing Association. App. No. 4050/09. Appeal notified. Written Evidence. Permission for development at High Park, Grace Park Road, Drumcondra, Dublin 9, a portion of which may become a proposed protected structure, consisting of : The demolition of existing 2 storey derelict building at Martanna House and derelict 1, 2 & 3 storey buildings to the side and rear of the former convent at High Park, Grace Park Road, formerly used for institutional residential & ancillary usage; the redevelopment of the existing site entrance at Martanna House & construction of a new separate entrance at Grace Park Road. The development of 150 apartments including three storey high block A (7 total no. to include 5 no. 2 bedroom apartments & 2 no. 1 bedroom apartments), three storey high Block B (9 total no. to include 6 no. 2 bedroom apartments & 3 no. 1 bedroom apartments), five storey high Block C (55 total nos. to include 20 no. 2 bedroom apartments & 35 no. 1 bedroom apartments), five storey high block D (35 total no. to include 15 no. 2 bedroom apartments & 20 no. 1 bedroom apartments), five storey high block E (44 total no. to include 16 no. 2 bedroom apartments & 28 no. 1 bedroom apartments) including balconies and 1 no. Day Centre facility located at top of Block E, glazed atrium to Blocks C & D interconnected at ground level and other ancillary site development works, new stairs & lift at south wing of existing Convent building (four storeys high), new single storey glass conservatory connecting the existing Church and Convent building, basement car parking under blocks A & B and blocks C & D to accommodate a total of 168 spaces, cycle parking and bin stores. Redevelopment of the existing former church as a communal facility including the provision of an internal mezzanine structure & site landscaping and parklands, new boundary treatment to Grace Park Road including new railing, walls & gateway & rerouting of existing site infrastructure & drainage. 119, Howth Road, And Parts Of The Rear Gardens Of, 65-68, St. Lawrence Road, Clontarf, Dublin 3. App. No. 4528/09. Appeal decision: REFUSE PERMISSION. PROTECTED STRUCTURE: Comprising the change of use from permitted residential development (Dublin City Council Planning Ref: 6486/06 and An Bord Pleanála Ref: PL29N.222278) to hospital/healthcare facility and related uses. The development will consist of: the change of use of the permitted residential development to hospital/healthcare facility and related uses comprising a 100 no. bed hospital including the following clinical uses; maternity services, gynaecological services, surgical (including 3 no. surgical operating theatres), phlebotomy, physiotherapy, pharmacy, x-ray/radiology department and consultants’ suites, with the following associated non-clinical facilities; administration areas, seminar room, oratory, ancillary restaurant (240sqm), shop (30sqm) and ancillary staff, storage and circulation areas. The development will occur principally within the previously permitted building footprint and envelope and will include the extension, re-configuration, modification and re-organisation of the permitted floorspace, pedestrian and vehicular access arrangements and internal circulation. The development will also include the extension of the permitted proposal by 920 sqm above ground on lands to the rear of Nos. 66-68 St. Lawrence Road, and by 1,900 sqm below ground on lands to the rear of nos. 66-68 St. Lawrence Road, and extensions of the permitted development by 345 sqm below ground on the north-west side of the site, and 290 sqm below ground on the north of the site. The permitted development will be re-organised and modified to comprise three floors above ground level and two floors (including basement car park) below ground level. The overall permitted height of the development and permitted car parking provision will be unchanged. the development will also consist of amendments to the structural grid, elevations, the re-configuration of the permitted basement car park including new access barriers and security office, new turning areas, lighting revised landscaping and boundary treatments, the provision of a combined heat and power plant (CHP) ancillary plant (including new underground air handling unit), the re-location of the previously permitted ESB substation, changes in level, connections of services as necessary, and ancillary site development works above and below ground. The development will also include the demolition of all existing structures on the site (as previously permitted). 29/07/10.

Planning Notes (15th August 2010)

Manor House School, Watermill Road, Raheny, Dublin 5. App. No. 3251/10 for permission. 1) New three storey lift to central courtyard (overall height 10.6 metres), 2) New internal level access ramp serving proposed lift and 3) New external level access ramp to main front entrance. 22/07/10. Unit 49-50, Northside Shopping Centre, Oscar Traynor Road, Coolock, Dublin 17. N1 Property Developments Limited. App. No. 3237/10 for permission. Permission for development consisting of a change of use from shop (unit 49) and bank (unit 50) to a combined restaurant (224.9sqm) & take-away service, incorporating facilities for the sale of hot food for consumption off the premises. The development will include a new internal mall entrance and facade incorporating facing signage together with a new exterior entrance from existing car park, a new exterior facade incorporating lighting and facing signage and ancillary works together with a secondary entrance to takeaway service. Revised car parking to include 3 disabled spaces and 1 car park space with security posts. 20/07/10. Unit 47, Northside Shopping Centre, Oscar Traynor Road, Coolock, Dublin 17. N1 Property Developments Limited. App. No. 3238/10 for permission. Permission for development consisting of a change of use of unit 47 from shop to a restaurant & take-away (109.8sqm) incorporating facilities for the sale of hot food for consumption off the premises together with new mall entrance and shop front with facing signage, lighting and ancillary works. 20/07/10. 411, Griffith Avenue, Dublin 9. Griffith Avenue Practice. App. No. 3256/10 for permission. Extension to the existing medical consultancy practice and related use. The proposed development will consist of the following: (a) Demolition of existing single storey waiting room and shed at the rear; (b) Demolition of existing single storey entrance hall at the front; (c) The construction of a single storey extension (76sqm) organized around 4 no. Zen gardens and comprising of 3 no. consultant rooms (to relocated the existing ones), the extension to an existing consultant room, the extension to the existing waiting room and ancillary staff, storage and circulation areas; (d) The construction of a single storey extension to the front (7sqm) comprising of a new entrance lobby and a disabled person toilet; (e) Refurbishment and re-organisation of the existing medical practice internally at ground floor level only and, (f) All ancillary site development works. 22/07/10. Swords Road, Site Is Bounded To The West By Swords Road, To The South By Highfield Hospital, To The North By Dublin City Council Lands, & Collins Avenue & To The East By, Existing Residential Development At, High Park, Dublin 9. Barina Construction. App. No. 3269/10 for permission. The proposed development includes for 402 no. dwellings comprised of 1,2 & 3 bed apartments all located in 7 no. 5 to 8 storey blocks (including penthouse level setbacks), 1 no. creche (465sqm) and 3 no. retail/commercial units (344sqm) all on a site area of 2.73 ha. The site is bounded to the west by Swords Road, to the south by Highfield Hospital, to the north by Dublin City Council lands and Collins Avenue and to the east by existing residential development at High Park. The total proposed development consists of 93 no. 3 bed units, 248 no. 2 bed units and 61 no. 1 bed units all in 7 no. blocks. Block A is a 6-8 storey block containing 49 no. units and 3 no. retail/commercial units at ground floor level (i.e 165sqm, 73sqm & 106sqm). Block B is a 6 storey block containing 63 no. units Block C is a 5-6 storey block containing 52 no. units. Block D is a 7-8 storey block containing 62 no. units. Block E is a 5-8 storey block containing 58 no. units. Block F is a 6 storey block containing 60 no. units. Block G is a 5-6 storey block containing 58 no. units. The proposed development also includes for a 2 storey self-contained creche building of 465m2. This application also includes for all associated site development and infrastructure works, hard and soft landscaping, multi-use-games-area (MUGA) public and private open spaces, underground car park (413 no. spaces), surface car parking (105 no. spaces) bicycle parking (402 stands in total at surface & basement level), 1 no. ESB substation adjacent to Block G and refuse bin storage and private storage areas in basement car park, Private open spaces are provided as terraces at ground floor level of each block and balconies at all upper levels. Vehicular access to the site is off Swords Road in the north-west corner of the site with fire tender access also provided for off Swords Road along the western boundary of the site. 23/07/10. 20, Seafield Road West, Clontarf, Dublin 3. Denise & Rory Scanlan. App. No. 3263 for permission. For extension of existing outdoor supervised play area serving existing Montessori & other after care school from 114 sqm (as previously granted, Planning Ref. No. 3221/08) to 282 sqm in total to include new boundary treatments. 23/07/10. Bunratty Youthreach Centre, Bunratty Drive, Coolock, Dublin 17. Coolock Development Council Ltd. App. No. 2917/10. Decision: GRANT PERMISSION. The development will consist of: 1) Removal of temporary, prefabricated building. 2) Construction of two storey extension to the East incorporating new entrance. 3) Construction of two storey extension to the West between existing building and boiler house. 4) Construction of second storey extension on top of existing single storey structure to the North. 5) Upgrade works to existing south elevation. 6) Provision of 10 no new bicycle spaces and re-location of 2 no car parking spaces. All to provide additional facilities to existing Youthreach Centre and all ancillary works. 23/07/10.

Planning Notes (22nd July 2010)

Rear of 34-50 Vernon Avenue, 15-43 Belgrove Road, 96-98 Kincora Road, 13-15 St. Joseph's Square & 9-11 Vernon Road, Clontarf, Dublin 3. S. O'Rourke, J. Corcoran, M. Thornton. App. No. 4245/09 for permission. Additional Information Received. Permission sought for a residential development at Vernon Avenue (for which planning permission has previously been granted for 30. residential units, Plan Ref. No. 4754/06). The development shall include demolition of existing single storey dilapidated structure and construction of 24 no. dwelling houses consisting of: a) 4 no. 5 bedroom, part three-storey with pitched roof level accommodation and associated dormers to front and rear, terraced houses (Type A). b) 4 no. 4 bedroom, two-storey with pitched roof level accommodation and associated dormers to front and velux roof lights to rear, terraced houses (Type B). c) 4 no. 3 bedroom, two-storey with pitched roof level accommodation and associated dormers to front, terraced houses (Type C). d) 4 no. 3 bedroom, two-storey with pitched roof level accommodation and associated dormers to front and rear (except house D-13 with velux roof light to rear), terraced houses (Type D). e) 6 no. 3 bedroom, two-storey with pitched roof level accommodation and associated dormers to front and rear, terraced houses (Type E). f) 2 no. 2 bedroom, two-storey, pitched roof, semi detached houses (Type F). g) New access road off Vernon Avenue, and all associated site development works car parking, landscaping and services. 12/07/10. Former Grand Cinema, 396-402, Collins Avenue, Whitehall, Dublin 9. Cowra Ltd. App. No. 2123/10. Decision: GRANT PERMISSION. The development consists of (a) demolition of former cinema building while retaining front facade and reinstating front canopy with balcony over (b) 2 ground floor retail units of 332.5sqm and 343.3sqm. (c) Two multi-purpose leisure spaces of 496.6sqm and 173.3sqm at first floor level, (d) medical consultancy suites total area 184.5sqm at second floor level, (e) 8 residential apartments (1x 1 bed, 4x 2 bed, 3x 3 bed duplex units) each with a balcony/terrace at second, third and fourth floor level, (f) underground car park for 29 spaces (g) screened plant area on roof and rear elevation, (h) provision of new section of laneway at rear providing access to underground parking and facilitating pedestrian and vehicular linkage on rear lane. The proposed building would have a total floor area of 3737.8sqm and a total height of 5 storeys. 12/07/10. Dublin Fire Brigade Training Centre (formerly The O'Brien Institute) Malahide Road, Marino, Dublin 3. Ap. No. 2828/10. Application type: LAW. Decision: OBSERVATIONS. PROTECTED STRUCTURE - Planning and Development Acts 2000-2006. Planning and Development Regulations, 2001-2007 - Part VIII. Dublin Fire Brigade Training Centre (formerly The O'Brien Institute) Malahide Road, Marino, Dublin 3. Alterations and extension to rear of Building. Pursuant to the requirements of the above, notice is hereby given of the following development by Dublin Fire Brigade at Dublin Fire Brigade Training Centre, Malahide Road, Marino, Dublin 3. The proposal is to carry out alterations and extension at the rear of the O'Brien Institute building, a protected structure. The works include the removal of some single storey original out-buildings and several existing single storey temporary structures altogether total area 850 sqm., to be replaced with a new single storey extension of 320sqm. Alteration/renovation is to be carried out in the areas of the building around this extension. Plans and particulars of the proposed development may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy for a period of six weeks from 18th May 2010 to 30th June 2010 during public opening hours at the offices of Dublin City Council, Public Counter, Planning Department, Block 4, Ground Floor, Civic Offices, Wood Quay, Dublin 8, Monday - Friday 9.00 to 16.30hrs. A submission or observation in relation to the proposed development, dealing with the proper planning and sustainable development of the area in which the development would be situated, may be made in writing to: The Executive Manager, Planning Department, Dublin City Council, Civic Offices, Wood Quay, Dublin 8, before 16.30hrs on 14th July 2010. 16/07/10.

Planning Notes (14th July 2010)

Land to Rear, 138A & 138, Collins Avenue, Dublin 9. Louise Dwyer. App. WEB 1138/10 for permission. Planning permission for the construction of a mews development on the lands to the rear of 138 A Collins Avenue, Dublin 9.The development will consist of the demolition of 2. no. existing single storey outbuildings, the construction of 1 no. 3 bed mews dwelling of 96sqm., over ground and first floor levels, abutting the existing single storey garage to the rear of 138 Collins Avenue. 1 no. balcony will be provided at first floor level to the south elevation. Associated site development works to include the construction of a new boundary wall, site access gates providing pedestrian & vehicular access to the development via the public laneway from Collins Avenue. 1 no. car parking space will be provided on site. The existing external outhouse/toilet to the rear of 138 A Collins Avenue will be retained. 08/07/10. Oscar Traynor Coach & Development Centre, Oscar Traynor Road, Coolock, Dublin 17. Meteor Mobile Communications Ltd. App. No. 2629/10. Decision: GRANT PERMISSION. Planning permission to erect an 8 metre cable stayed antennae support structure to attach 3no. antennae, 1no. dish at roof level of Oscar Traynor Coaching & Development Centre, together with associated equipment, cabinets and fencing to form part of a third generation (3G) telecommunications network for Meteor Mobile Communications Ltd. 05/07/10. Butterly Business Park, Maxol Petrol Station & Artane Tyre Company, Kilmore Road, Artane, Dublin 5. Patrick Butterly & Sons Limited. App. No. 2785/10. Decision: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. 10 year permission for a mixed use development comprising of c. 23,705sqm of non residential floor space and a total of 178 no. dwelling units (total gross floor space overall of c. 44,175sqm.). The non-residential element of the development will provide retail uses (c. 1,158sqm. in total), offices / employment generating units (c. 13,396sqm. in total) (some with roof gardens), a pharmacy (c. 155sqm.), a medical centre (c. 1,070sqm.), a crèche (c. 385sqm.), a multi-purpose community facility (c. 689sqm.) and a hotel (c. 6,200sqm.). The proposed hotel will provide for, inter alia, 81 no. hotel rooms, restaurant, bar, and lounge and conference facilities). Ancillary facilities include an outdoor courtyard and a roof garden. The proposed development will be provided in 9 no. building blocks (A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J), which range in height from two to six storeys. A basement car park (17,325sqm.) is also proposed. The residential element of the development will contain 16 no. 1 bedroom units, 116 no. 2 bedroom units, 29 no. 3 bedroom units and 17 no. 4 units; all in a range of unit types including apartments (135 no.), duplexes (26 no.) and houses (17 no.). The duplex and apartment units include balconies / terraces. A new centrally located Memorial Plaza is proposed at the heart of the scheme to commemorate the victims of the Stardust Tragedy. It is proposed that the Memorial Plaza will incorporate a Memorial Garden, a sculpture, the creation of 48 columns of light and that this detail would be subject to consultation with the relatives of the victims. Approximately 2143sqm of public open space and approx. 2160sqm. of communal open space is proposed and will provide, inter alia, a new civic square, the memorial garden, and a central amenity space that includes a play ground and all informal recreation space. Approx 260 sqm. of outdoor play space is provided for the crèche. 4 no. ESB sub-stations / switch rooms are also proposed. Vehicular access to the development is provided at 2 new locations off Kilmore Road and Maryfield Drive respectively and includes traffic management improvement measures. Hotel access (service vehicles) is also provided off Maryfield Drive. Pedestrian access to the site is provided via Kilmore Road (2 no. access points) and Maryfield Drive (2 no. access points; one vehicular and one pedestrian). Access to the hotel courtyard is also provided off Kilmore Road. 546 no. car parking spaces (98 no. surface car parking spaces and 448 no. basement car parking spaces) and 288 no. bicycle parking spaces (120 surface bicycle parking spaces and 168 no. basement bicycle parking spaces) are proposed. Works to also include a crèche drop off area and bus lay-by on Maryfield Drive; a set down area for proposed hotel on Kilmore Road; and a pedestrian crossing on Kilmore Road. All existing buildings on site are to be demolished. Site development works to include all site excavation, demolition and development works, including at the Maxol Petrol station and Artane Tyre Company; and all landscaping, services and ancillary works; all on a site of approx 3.2ha (7.9acres). 06/07/10. 18, Fairview Strand, Fairview, Dublin 3. Gary Payne. App. No. 2816/10. Decision: GRANT PERMISSION. The development consists of minor alterations to the existing shop-front to provide for a new glazed shop-front and associated signage. Planning permission is also sought for an external ATM on Fairview Strand and all ancillary site development works and site services. 07/07/10.

Planning Notes (07th July 2010)

184, Collins Avenue, Whitehall, Dublin 9. Chris McDonald. App. No. 3077/10 for permission. Permission to demolish existing two storey detached house and construct 2no. two storey detached houses fronting onto Collins Avenue, create additional vehicular access and off street parking to front and all associated site works. 28/06/10. 16B, Kilbarron Road, Kilmore West, Coolock, Dublin 5. James Mulvaney. App. No. 3080/10 for permission. Planning permission sought for the change of use of 16b Kilbarron Road (an existing end-of-terrace two-storey two-bedroom single dwelling) from a dwelling into a new shop unit at ground floor level with ancillary office above. The proposed works are to include: (i) the demolition of an existing single-storey pitched roofed porch to the front of the existing house; (ii) construction of a new single-storey flat roofed extension to the full width of the front of the proposed new shop unit with new shop-front and signage to match the style of those to the existing adjacent shop unit; (iii) demolition of an existing single-storey pitched roofed extension & part demolition of the existing rear boundary wall (facing Cromcastle Avenue) both to the rear of the existing house; (iv) construction of a new single-storey flat-roofed extension to the full width of the rear of the proposed new shop unit; (v) other internal alterations & external site works to facilitate the proposed change of use from dwelling to shop unit; (vi) the provision of two no. car parking spaces & one no. bicycle space to the existing hard-landscaped forecourt to the front of the existing house and accessed from Kilbarron Road. Is a corner site at the junction of Kilbarron Road and Cromcastle Avenue. 28/06/10. 370, Clontarf Road, Clontarf, Dublin 3. Dwycos Ltd. App. No. 3119/10 for retention permission. RETENTION- Retention of outdoor seated area, glazed wind screens & canopy umbrella at Bay Restaurant. 02/07/10. High Park, Grace Park Road, Drumcondra, Dublin 9. High Park, Grace Park Road, Drumcondra, Dublin 9. App. No. 4050/09. Decision: GRANT PERMISSION. Permission for development at High Park, Grace Park Road, Drumcondra, Dublin 9, a portion of which may become a proposed protected structure, consisting of - The demolition of existing 2 storey derelict building at Martanna House and derelict 1, 2 & 3 storey buildings to the side and rear of the former convent at High Park, Grace Park Road, formerly used for institutional residential & ancillary usage, the redevelopment of the existing site entrance at Martanna House & construction of a new separate entrance at Grace Park Road. The development of 150 apartments including three storey high block A (7 total nos. to include 5 nos. 2 bedroom apartments & 2 nos. 1 bedroom apartments), three storey high Block B (9 total nos. to include 6 nos. 2 bedroom apartments & 3 no. 1 bedroom apartments), five storey high Block C (55 total nos. to include 20 nos. 2 bedroom apartments & 35 nos. 1 bedroom apartments), five storey high block D (35 total nos. to include 15 nos. 2 bedroom apartments & 20 nos. 1 bedroom apartments), five storey high block E (44 total nos. to include 16 nos. 2 bedroom apartments & 28 nos. 1 bedroom apartments) including balconies and 1 no. Day Centre facility located at top of Block E, glazed atrium to Blocks C & D interconnected at ground level and other ancillary site development works, new stairs & lift at south wing of existing Convent building (four storeys high), new single storey glass conservatory connecting the existing Church and Convent building, basement car parking under blocks A & B and blocks C & D to accommodate a total of 168 spaces, cycle parking and bin stores. Redevelopment of the existing former church as a communal facility including the provision of an internal mezzanine structure & site landscaping and parklands, new boundary treatment to Grace Park Road including new railing, walls & gateway & rerouting of existing site infrastructure & drainage. 227-229, Richmond Road, Dublin 3. Merc Care Ltd. App. No. 2756/10. Decision: GRANT PERMISSION. Change of use of existing warehouse storage and distribution facility to motor vehicle diagnostics centre (specialist auto electrical diagnostics, repair and installation) and associated sales centre. 28/06/10. Old Malahide Road, Coolock, Dublin 5. Cadbury Ireland. App. No. 4397/09. Appeal decision: ATTACH CONDITIONS. The development will consist of a change of a use from first floor canteen block to new offices, an extension of existing building to incorporate a pedestrian link at first floor level approx 4.5m high, a new passenger elevator with lobbies servicing all floors approx 13.2m high, the provision of a new Cadbury sign to the north elevation and all associated ancillary site works. 30/06/10. 203A, Collins Avenue, Dublin 9. Peter Small. App. No. 3065/09. Appeal decision: REFUSE PERMISSION. Demolition of the existing dormer house: & the construction of a terrace of five flat roofed mews houses around a communal garden: Three part 2 - storey, 2 bedroom 88.5sqm houses: One part 2 storey, 3 bedroom 108.8sqm house: One single storey, 1 bedroom 59sqm house, all with open courtyards. Existing entrance off Collins Avenue to be widened to 6.5m. & provision for 5 off street parking spaces & gated refuse collection; demolition of the existing 2.3m. high boundary wall to the east (bordering alley) & construction of new 3.4m. high forticrete wall; existing boundaries to front (north) to be refurbished. 25/06/10.

Planning Notes (29th June 2010)

48 & 48A, St. Brigid's Road, Artane, Dublin 5. Kathryn Vlavianos. App. No. 3052/10 for permission. Planning permission for development at 48 & 48A St. Brigid's Road (junction of St. Brigid's Road & Danieli Drive). The development will consist of: 1). Demolition of existing 3 bedroom, 2 storey end of terrace dwelling; 2). Construction of new 2 storey 3 bedroom dwelling, part over existing single storey shop unit; 3). Demolition of existing dispensary to rear of existing pharmacy; 4). Construction of new 2 storey dispensary with store and kitchenette on first floor; 5). Interior alterations to existing pharmacy; 6). All associated site works. 24/06/10. 1, 1A & 1B (and rear site behind), Sybil Hill Road, Raheny, Dublin 5. MKN Developments Ltd. App. No. 3074/10 for permission. Planning permission is sought for the demolition of 3no. habitable dwellings at 1, 1A and 1B Sybil Hill Road, their boundary walls front and rear, the erection of new boundary treatments on Sybil Hill Road, the retention of the existing boundary with the adjoining St. Paul’s School to the south, Kare Social Services Centre to the north and the Meadows development to the east and north, the erection of 98no. dwellings consisting of 8no. two storey 3 bedroom terraced houses, 4no. one bedroom apartments, 78no. two bedroom and 10no. three bedroom apartments, plus balconies, terraces and roof gardens, in 1no. two storey terrace and 2no. buildings varying in height from four to eight storeys (comprising three storeys plus penthouse to seven storeys plus penthouse), a crèche facility of 181sqm. and associated playground on the ground floor of Block B, a community/cafe facility of 128sqm. and associated garden/terrace on the ground floor of Block B, a basement car park containing 119 basement car spaces, boiler house, bin store, bicycle storage for 96 bicycles and ancillary facilities, the closing of four existing site entrance and the creation of two new site entrances on Sybil Hill Road (a ramped entrance to the basement car park and a fire service & pedestrian entrance), and an ESB sub-station and switch room facility on Sybil Hill Road and associated landscape works on .68 hectares at no. 1, 1A and 1B (and to the rear of same) Sybil Hill Road, Raheny, Dublin 5, a site bounded by St. Paul’s School to the south, Sybil Hill Road to the west, The Meadows residential development to the east and north and the Kare Social Services Centre to the north. 25/06/10. Site known as Mount Auburn, 151, Richmond Road and 149, Richmond Road, Dublin 3. Karl Scully. App. No. 2273/10 for permission. CLARIFICATION OF ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. Planning permission is sought for the demolition of existing derelict two storey dwelling known as 149 Richmond Road and construction of 7 two-bedroom three-storey townhouses in 1 block of 5 units facing onto Waterfall Avenue and 1 block of 2 units facing onto Richmond Road. All units will have a covered car porch accessed from Waterfall Avenue and Richmond Road respectively and all units will have a second storey roof garden. All with associated site works, landscaped private gardens and associated boundary wall treatments. 24/06/10. 227-229, Richmond Road, Dublin 3. Merc Care Ltd. App. No. 2448/10. Decision: GRANT PERMISSION. Modifications to the front facade and the front yard area to include the following: installation of new signage with associated illumination, installation of security camera, new access door to front elevation, replace existing ground floor windows with glass block panels and the construction of new boundary wall and railing with integrated sliding gate to front boundary. 22/06/10. ESB's Existing Clontarf 38kv Substation, Vernon Avenue, Clontarf, Dublin 3. App. No. 2709/10. Decision: GRANT RETENTION PERMISSION. RETENTION - (A) permission to retain the existing 20m high, free standing tree type communication structure, carrying antennae and communication dishes with associated ground-mounted equipment cabinets, within an existing 2.4m high palisade compound previously granted time limited consent LPA ref: 4891/04 and An Bord Pleanála ref PL29N.210244 and; (B) Permission to attach 6 no. X 0.7m antennae and 4 no. X 0.3m dishes to allow for future third party co-location. 21/06/10. 198 & 204, Grace Park Road, Dublin 9. Tiffen Developments Ireland Ltd. App. No. 3473/09. Appeal decision: GRANT PERMISSION. The development will consist of the demolition of two habitable dwellings, nos 198 & 204 Grace Park Road and the construction of 19 no. 3 bedroom two storey and two and a half story dwellings (with velux windows) (highest point from ground floor level 9.4m) in detached and terraced form. 8 no. dwellings will front onto Grace Park Road with direct access onto Grace Park Road while a new vehicular entrance onto Grace Park Road will serve 11 no. dwellings to the rear of the site with communal parking (20 no. spaces). The development includes all associated site development works, all open space areas, landscaping and boundary treatments. 21/06/10.

Planning Notes (24th June 2010)

Former Grand Cinema, 396-402, Collins Avenue, Whitehall, Dublin 9. Cowra Ltd. App. No. 2123/10 for permission. Additional Information Received. The development consists of (a) demolition of former cinema building while retaining front facade and reinstating front canopy with balcony over (b) 2 ground floor retail units of 332.5sqm. and 343.3sqm. (c) Two multi-purpose leisure spaces of 496.6sqm. and 173.3sqm at first floor level, (d) medical consultancy suites total 184.5sqm at second floor level, (e) 8 residential apartments (1x 1 bed, 4x 2 bed, 3x 3 bed duplex units) each with a balcony/terrace at second, third and fourth floor level, (f) underground car park for 29 spaces (g) screened plant area on roof and rear elevation, (h) provision of new section of laneway at rear providing access to underground parking and facilitating pedestrian and vehicular linkage on rear lane. The proposed building would have a total floor area of 3737.8sqm. and a total height of 5 storeys. 15/06/10. Oscar Traynor Coach & Development Centre, Oscar Traynor Road, Coolock, Dublin 17. Meteor Mobile Communications Ltd. App. No. 2629/10 for permission. Additional Information Received. Planning permission to erect an 8 metre cable stayed antennae support structure to attach 3no. antennae, 1no. dish at roof level of Oscar Traynor Coaching & Development Centre, together with associated equipment, cabinets and fencing to form part of a third generation (3G) telecommunications network for Meteor Mobile Communications Ltd. 18/06/10. 189, Clontarf Road/Church Gate Avenue, Clontarf, Dublin 3. Dr. Joseph Houlihan. App. No. 2995/10 for permission. Planning permission is sought for a change of use of a first floor apartment to a dental surgery, with minor internal alterations within an existing mid-terrace 2 storey building. 14/06/10. ESB 38kV Electrical Transformer, Vernon Avenue, Clontarf, Dublin 3. App. No. 3015/10 for permission. The development will consist of alterations to the station to include; installation of 2 no. new modular equipment rooms; new 2.65m high palisade internal compound fence with gate to compound; associated site works. 17/06/10. 197, Howth Road, Dublin 3. Mr. James Sharkey. App. No. 3017/10 for permission. Demolition of dormer dwelling and the construction of a detached three storey, 4 apartment block, consisting of 1 single storey one bedroom, 1 single storey two bedroom and 2 duplex three bedroom, with 6 car spaces, 4 cycle racks, 4 bin stores to front elevation, 2 garden stores/ greenhouses to the rear, 3 accesses onto Howth Road, 2 ground floor terraces to the rear and 2 first floor balconies to the rear, 9 Velux windows at second floor level, 7 to the north rear and 2 to the east side and site development works at 197 Howth Road, Dublin 3. 18/06/10. Clontarf Golf & Bowling Club, Malahide Road, Dublin 3. App. No. 3025/10 for permission. Planning permission for the demolition and removal of existing single storey machinery shed and the construction of a new two storey storage building with a total floor area of 580.80sqm. in which the course machinery will be stored and maintained. The building incorporates green-keeping staff facilities of 80sqm. at first floor level. The outdoor compound includes a vehicle and equipment wash pad area and a diesel storage tank. 18/06/10. Coolock Artane Credit Union, Artane Roundabout, Artane, Dublin 5. App. No. 2678/10. Decision: GRANT PERMISSION AND RETENTION PERMISSION. Permission for development works to include the erection of a new store room extension 11.36m. above ground level located on the lower level of the existing roof at second floor level and permission for the retention of development works consisting of and existing internally illuminated LED light-box sign 1.011M x 1.215M at the entrance to the building and all ancillary works. 14/06/10. ESB 38kV Electrical Transformer Station, Sybil Hill Road, Dublin 5. App. No. 2956/10. APPLICATION DECLARED INVALID. The development will consist of alterations to the station to include: installation of 2no. new modular equipment rooms; new 2.65m high palisade internal compound fence with gate to compound associate site works. 15/06/10.

Planning Notes (17th June 2010)

Pobalscoil Rosmini, Grace Park Road, Drumcondra, Dublin 9. Board of Management Pobalscoil Rosmini. App. No. 2950/10 for permission. Planning permission is being sought for: 1) new single storey extension (total area 35sqm) to include new entrance lobby (area 15.2sqm), reception (area 8.3sqm) & waiting area (area 11.2sqm), and 2) Alterations to existing staff area to include new corridor (area 10.2sqm), new principal's office (area 18sqm) and new administration office (area 20.7sqm). 08/06/10. ESB 38kV Electrical Transformer Station, Sybil Hill Road, Dublin 5. App. No. 2956/10 for permission. The development will consist of alterations to the station to include: installation of 2no. new modular equipment rooms; new 2.65m high palisade internal compound fence with gate to compound associate site works. 08/06/10. Lands to the Rear of 138A, Collins Avenue, Dublin 9. James Duffy. App. No. 2805/10. Decision: APPLICATION DECLARED INVALID. See below for details. 11/06/10. 247, Collins Avenue, Whitehall, Dublin 9. John Collins. App. No. 2898/10 for permission. Decision: APPLICATION DECLARED INVALID. Alterations to my existing apartment development to include demolition of existing rear extension and construction of new extensions to front and rear and all associated site works. 08/06/10. Glencarrig Court, Richmond Road, Dublin 3. Vildog Limited. App. No. 2905/10. Decision: APPLICATION DECLARED INVALID. See below for details. 08/06/10. 48 & 48A, Saint Brigid's Road, (Junction of Saint Brigid's Road & Danieli Drive), Artane, Dublin 5. Kathryn Vlavianos. App. No. 2923/10. Decision: APPLICATION DECLARED INVALID. See below for details. 10/06/10. Site at Middle Third, Middle Third Terrace, & Abbeyfield, Killester, Dublin 5. Karina Daly & Mannix Smith. App. No. 4182/09. Appeal decision: REFUSE PERMISSION. Planning permission for development at this 0.23 hectare (0.57acre) site. The development will consist of the demolition of the existing hall and the construction of a 2 storey 495sqm crèche with 10 no. car-parking spaces with vehicular access from Middle Third and all associated landscaping, site development and ancillary works. 09/06/10.

Planning Notes (11th June 2010)

High Park, Grace Park Road, Drumcondra, Dublin 9. Respond Housing Association. App. No. 4050/09 for permission. Additional Information Received. Permission for development at High Park, Grace Park Road, Drumcondra, Dublin 9, a portion of which may become a proposed protected structure, consisting of - The demolition of existing 2 storey derelict building at Martanna House and derelict 1, 2 & 3 storey buildings to the side and rear of the former convent at High Park, Grace Park Road, formerly used for institutional residential & ancillary usage, the redevelopment of the existing site entrance at Martanna House & construction of a new separate entrance at Grace Park Road. The development of 150 apartments including three storey high block A (7 total nos. to include 5 nos. 2 bedroom apartments & 2 nos. 1 bedroom apartments), three storey high Block B (9 total nos. to include 6 nos. 2 bedroom apartments & 3 no. 1 bedroom apartments), five storey high Block C (55 total nos. to include 20 nos. 2 bedroom apartments & 35 nos. 1 bedroom apartments), five storey high block D (35 total nos. to include 15 nos. 2 bedroom apartments & 20 nos. 1 bedroom apartments), five storey high block E (44 total nos. to include 16 nos. 2 bedroom apartments & 28 nos. 1 bedroom apartments) including balconies and 1 no. Day Centre facility located at top of Block E, glazed atrium to Blocks C & D interconnected at ground level and other ancillary site development works, new stairs & lift at south wing of existing Convent building (four storeys high), new single storey glass conservatory connecting the existing Church and Convent building, basement car parking under blocks A & B and blocks C & D to accommodate a total of 168 spaces, cycle parking and bin stores. Redevelopment of the existing former church as a communal facility including the provision of an internal mezzanine structure & site landscaping and parklands, new boundary treatment to Grace Park Road including new railing, walls & gateway & re-routing of existing site infrastructure & drainage. 03/06/10. 227-229, Richmond Road, Dublin 3. Merc Care Ltd. App. No. 2448/10 for permission. Additional Information Received. Modifications to the front facade and the front yard area to include the following: installation of new signage with associated illumination, installation of security camera, new access door to front elevation, replace existing ground floor windows with glass block panels and the construction of new boundary wall and railing with integrated sliding gate to front boundary. 01/06/10. 247, Collins Avenue, Whitehall, Dublin 9. John Collins. App. No. 2898/10 for permission. Alterations to my existing apartment development to include demolition of existing rear extension and construction of new extensions to front and rear and all associated site works. 31/05/10. Glencarrig Court, Richmond Road, Dublin 3. Vildog Limited. App. No. 2905/10 for permission. The development will consist of two penthouse apartments on top of the existing apartment building with two associated lift shafts to the rear to serve all apartments and to enclose the lift shaft and adjacent stair cores to form an internal circulation space. The repositioning of the main vehicular entrance approximately 16 meters further along Richmond Road away from Grace Park Avenue, the forming of a semi-private garden space to the front of the complex, the reorganization of 14 No. car parking spaces to the rear and associated landscaping. 01/06/10. Bunratty Youthreach Centre, Bunratty Drive, Coolock, Dublin 17. Coolock Development Council Ltd. App. No. 2917/10 for permission. The development will consist of: 1) Removal of temporary, prefabricated building. 2) Construction of two storey extension to East incorporating new entrance. 3) Construction of two storey extension to West between existing building and boiler house. 4) Construction of second storey extension on top of existing single storey structure to the North. 5) Upgrade works to existing south elevation. 6) Provision of 10 no new bicycle spaces and re-location of 2 no car parking spaces. All to provide additional facilities to existing Youthreach Centre and all ancillary works. 02/06/10. 48 & 48A, Saint Brigid's Road, (Junction of Saint Brigid's Road & Danieli Drive), Artane, Dublin 5. Kathryn Vlavianos. App. No. 2923/10 for permission. The development will consist of: 1). Demolition of existing 3 bedroom 2 storey end of terrace dwelling; 2). Construction of new 2 storey 3 bedroom dwelling, part over existing single storey shop unit; 3). Demolition of existing dispensary to rear of existing pharmacy; 4). Construction of new 2 storey dispensary with store and kitchenette on first floor; 5). Interior alterations to existing pharmacy; 6). All associated site works. 03/06/10. Howth Road National School, Clontarf Road, Dublin 3. App. No. 2924/10 for permission. To extend the duration of the existing permission for a period of five years for the temporary single storey prefabricated building comprising of a classroom, ancillary toilet facilities and link corridor to the existing school. 03/06/10. Holy Faith Secondary School, 1, Belgrove Road, Clontarf, Dublin 3. App. No. 2598/10. Decision: GRANT PERMISSION. The development is to consist of the demolition of the existing prefab, and for the erection of a new single storey detached prefab modular building in a forecourt of the building, similar to the existing location. The new building (c. 135.00sqm in floor area) is to accommodate 2no. classrooms, with store and an entrance lobby. 02/06/10. 121, 123 and 125 Malahide Road, Dublin 3. Paudie O'Donnell. App. No. 2605/10. Decision: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. Demolition of existing two storey public house & retail unit, and construction of a three storey mixed use development comprising of ground floor retail use with commercial use over (1251sqm). Second floor is to be recessed with terrace. Car parking to the rear in existing car park (16 spaces), via re-positioned entrance from the Malahide Road, all to be landscaped with associated site works, bicycle parking. 04/06/10. Oscar Traynor Coach & Development Centre, Oscar Traynor Road, Coolock, Dublin 17. Meteor Mobile Communications Ltd. App. No. 2629/10. Decision: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. Planning permission to erect an 8 metre cable stayed antennae support structure to attach 3no. antennae, 1no. dish at roof level of Oscar Traynor Coaching & Development Centre, together with associated equipment, cabinets and fencing to form part of a third generation (3G) telecommunications network for Meteor Mobile Communications Ltd. 04/06/10. Coolock and District Racing Pigeon Club. On Dublin City Council lands, Belcamp Gardens, Dublin 17. App. No. 2375/10. Appeal notified. Written evidence. Permission is sought for erection of a 108sqm single storey detached social clubhouse comprising function/meeting rooms, boundary fencing, new vehicular entrance and associated site works on Council lands. St. Assam's Church, At Howth Road, (Corner Site Of Howth Road & Main Street), Raheny, Dublin 5. Raheny & District Credit Union. App. No. 2487/09. Appeal decision: GRANT PERMISSION. PROTECTED STRUCTURE: The works will consist of: The renovation of and internal alteration to the existing church structure along with the construction of an external glazed atrium extension to the west elevation and the construction of office and ancillary accommodation to the south and a two storey facility for sports club use. The works will involve the renovation of the roof structure to include construction of three no. dormer ventilators to the south, the improvement of thermal performance of the original Church and the re-arrangement of the internal layout of the structure. The works will include the provision of a new gated pedestrian access to the Howth Road and Main Street with the provision of bicycle parking spaces in front of the Credit Union entrance and in front of the sport's club facility entrance, the provision of a waste management facility along with the provision for plant at roof level including solar heat panels to the rear. The works will include building signage, external lighting and associated landscaping and site works. The works will include the relocation of the existing entrance to the current Credit Union facility. 03/06/10.

Planning Notes (01st June 2010)

Site known as Mount Auburn, 151, Richmond Road and 149, Richmond Road, Dublin 3. Karl Scully. App. No. 2273/10 for permission. Additional Information Received. Planning permission is sought for the demolition of existing derelict two storey dwelling known as 149 Richmond Road and construction of 7 two-bedroom three-storey townhouses in 1 block of 5 units facing onto Waterfall Avenue and 1 block of 2 units facing onto Richmond Road. All units will have a covered car porch accessed from Waterfall Avenue and Richmond Road respectively and all units will have a second storey roof garden. All with associated site works, landscaped private gardens and associated boundary wall treatments. 28/05/10. Clontarf And Scots Presbyterian Church, Corner Of Clontarf Road And, Howth Road, Clontarf, Dublin 3. App. No. 2553/10. Decision: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. The development will consist of (a) the construction of a 26msq single storey Church Hall fronting onto the Howth Road (b) glazed link between existing church & proposed hall (c) minor alterations to the Church to facilitate the proposed link (d) 1 metre high retaining wall with 900mm high railings over to replace railings between School & Church and (e) associated site works. 24/05/10.

Planning Notes (25th May 2010)

18, Fairview Strand, Fairview, Dublin 3. Gary Payne. App. No. 2816/10 for permission. The development consists of minor alterations to the existing shop-front to provide for a new glazed shop-front and associated signage. Planning permission is also sought for an external ATM on Fairview Strand and all ancillary site development works and site services. 17/05/10. Dublin Fire Brigade Training Centre (formerly The O'Brien Institute) Malahide Road, Marino, Dublin 3. App. 2828/10. Type: Law. PROTECTED STRUCTURE - Planning and Development Acts 2000-2006. Planning and Development Regulations, 2001-2007 - Part VIII. Dublin Fire Brigade Training Centre (formerly The O'Brien Institute) Malahide Road, Marino, Dublin 3. Alterations and extension to rear of Building. Pursuant to the requirements of the above, notice is hereby given of the following development by Dublin Fire Brigade at Dublin Fire Brigade Training Centre, Malahide Road, Marino, Dublin 3. The proposal is to carry out alterations and extension at the rear of the O'Brien Institute building, a protected structure. The works include the removal of some single storey original out-buildings and several existing single storey temporary structures with total of 850sqm. in area, to be replaced with a new single storey extension of 320sqm. Alteration/renovation is to be carried out in the areas of the building around this extension. Plans and particulars of the proposed development may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy for a period of six weeks from 18th May 2010 to 30th June 2010 during public opening hours at the offices of Dublin City Council, Public Counter, Planning Department, Block 4, Ground Floor, Civic Offices, Wood Quay, Dublin 8, Monday - Friday 9.00 to 16.30hrs. A submission or observation in relation to the proposed development, dealing with the proper planning and sustainable development of the area in which the development would be situated, may be made in writing to: The Executive Manager, Planning Department , Dublin City Council, Civic Offices, Wood Quay, Dublin 8, before 16.30hrs on 14th July 2010. 18/05/10. 18, 20, 22 and 24, Seafield Road West, Clontarf, Dublin 3. Denise and Rory Scanlon, M&P Construction. App. No. 2498/10. Decision: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. Planning permission is being sought for modifications to previously approved grant of permission (previous application planning reference number 5118/08) for development on this site under Bord Pleanála Ref. No. PL 29N.232758 to provide for re-instatement of one house from the two omitted in that permission making a total of seven residential units for the overall site. House type A fronting onto Sea field Road West to be omitted as required. House type D to remain as approved in that grant of permission. Houses shown as B and C in previous application to be reduced in floor area and to be re-positioned on site. Development to comply fully with the requirements of condition 1 parts (b) to (e) of that grant of permission. Proposed application is as follows: 1) - Demolition of existing single storey dwelling at no. 18 Seafield Road West (total area 154sqm.); 2) - Construction of 7 no. detached dwellings to consist of 2no. four bedroom single storey dwellings (type B: 181sqm.), 1no. three bedroom single storey dwelling (type C: 132sqm), and 4no. four bedroom two storey dwellings (type D: 273sqm); 3) - Provision for 1no. vehicular access point serving the overall development fronting onto No. 18 Sea field Road West and 4) - Associated site development works to include all boundary treatments, landscaping and drainage requirements. 17/05/10. 193-195, Howth Road, Clontarf, Dublin 3. Damien Reville & Paul Dempsey. App. No. 4104/09. Appeal decision: APPEAL WITHDRAWN. The development comprises general practitioner medical suites; nursing treatment; physiotherapy; home help and associated medical and administration services (Gross Internal Floor Area 1955 sq.m) and underground car parking within a one, two and three storey building over basement with ancillary landscaping and site works. Vehicular access /egress onto Howth Road as per existing approved permission Ref: 5815/07 & 4933/08. 19/05/10.

Planning Notes (19th May 2010)

227-229, Richmond Road, Dublin 3. Jack Heidrich, Merc Care Ltd. App. No. 2756/10 for permission. Change of use of existing warehouse storage and distribution facility to motor vehicle diagnostics centre (specialist auto electrical diagnostics, repair and installation) and associated sales centre. 10/05/10. 106, Drumcondra Road Upper, Dublin 9. Kevin Blessing. App. No. 2769/10 for permission. Planning permission is sought for replacement of existing shopfront with new shopfront and associated signage. 11/05/10. Butterly Business Park, Advance Tyre Company, Maxol Service Station, Kilmore Road, Dublin 5. Patrick Butterly & Sons Limited. App. No. 2785/10 for permission. 10 year permission for a mixed use development comprising of c. 23,705sqm. of non residential floor space and a total of 178 no. dwelling units (total gross floorspace overall of c. 44,175sqm.). The non-residential element of the development will provide retail uses (c. 1,158sqm. in total), offices / employment generating units (c. 13,396sqm. in total) (some with roof gardens), a pharmacy (c. 155sqm.), a medical centre (c. 1,070sqm.), a crèche (c. 385sqm.), a multi-purpose community facility (c. 689sqm.) and a hotel (c. 6,200sqm.). The proposed hotel will provide for, inter alia, 81 no. hotel rooms, restaurant, bar, and lounge and conference facilities). Ancillary facilities include an outdoor courtyard and a roof garden. The proposed development will be provided in 9 no. building blocks (A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J), which range in height from two to six storeys. A basement car park (17,325sqm.) is also proposed. The residential element of the development will contain 16 no. 1 bedroom units, 116 no. 2 bedroom units, 29 no. 3 bedroom units and 17 no. 4 units; all in a range of unit types including apartments (135no. ), duplexes (26no.) and houses (17no.). The duplex and apartment units include balconies / terraces. A new centrally located Memorial Plaza is proposed at the heart of the scheme to commemorate the victims of the Stardust Tragedy. It is proposed that the Memorial Plaza will incorporate a Memorial Garden, a sculpture, the creation of 48 columns of light and that this detail would be subject to consultation with the relatives of the victims. Approximately 2143sqm. of public open space and approx. 2160sqm. of communal open space is proposed and will provide, inter alia, a new civic square, the memorial garden, and a central amenity space that includes a play ground and all informal recreation space. Approx 260sqm. of outdoor play space is provided for the crèche. 4 no. ESB sub-stations / switch rooms are also proposed. Vehicular access to the development is provided at 2 new locations off Kilmore Road and Maryfield Drive respectively and includes traffic management improvement measures. Hotel access (service vehicles) is also provided off Maryfield Drive. Pedestrian access to the site is provided via Kilmore Road (2 no. access points) and Maryfield Drive (2 no. access points; one vehicular and one pedestrian). Access to the hotel courtyard is also provided off Kilmore Road. 546 no. car parking spaces (98 no. surface car parking spaces and 448 no. basement car parking spaces) and 288 no. bicycle parking spaces (120 surface bicycle parking spaces and 168 no. basement bicycle parking spaces) are proposed. Works to also include a crèche drop off area and bus lay-by on Maryfield Drive; a set down area for proposed hotel on Kilmore Road; and a pedestrian crossing on Kilmore Road. All existing buildings on site are to be demolished. Site development works to include all site excavation, demolition and development works, including at the Maxol Petrol station and Artane Tyre Company; and all landscaping, services and ancillary works; all on a site of approx 3.2ha (7.9acres). 12/05/10. 27, Main Street, Raheny, Dublin 5. John Priseman & Camilla O'Connor. App. No. 2797/10 for permission. The development will consist of the change of use from previously granted children’s day care centre (reg Ref: 2673/08) to coffee shop at an existing two storey end of terrace building. 13/05/10. Lands to the Rear of 138A, Collins Avenue, Dublin 9. James Duffy. App. No. 2805/10 for permission. Planning permission for the construction of a mews development on the lands to the rear of 138A Collins Avenue. The development will consist of the demolition of 2 no. existing single storey outbuildings, the construction of 1 no. 3 bed mews dwelling of 96sqm., over ground and first floor levels, abutting the existing single storey garage to the rear of 138 Collins Avenue. 1 no. balcony will be provided at first floor level to the south elevation. Associated site development works to include the construction of a new boundary wall, site access gates providing pedestrian & vehicular access to the development via the public laneway from Collins Avenue, 1 no. car parking space will be provided on site. The existing external outhouse/toilet to the rear of 138A Collins Avenue will be retained. 14/05/10. 227-229, Richmond Road, Dublin 3. Merc Care Ltd. App. No. 2448/10. Decision: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. Modifications to the front facade and the front yard area to include the following: installation of new signage with associated illumination, installation of security camera, new access door to front elevation, replace existing ground floor windows with glass block panels and the construction of new boundary wall and railing with integrated sliding gate to front boundary. 12/05/10. Corner Of Bunratty Drive, Adare Road, Coolock, Dublin 17. Coolock Development Council Ltd. App. No. 2449/10. Decision: GRANT PERMISSION. The development will consist of the erection of a pre-fabricated temporary structure 3.3m high, accommodating a Local Youth Services Facility including sanitary and administration facilities. The provision of new perimeter fencing 2.4m. high to match existing to the boundaries on Adare Green, Adare Road and Bunratty Drive. Pedestrian access will be gained from Adare Road via a new gate 1.5m in width incorporated into the new fencing. Vehicular cycle access and parking will be gained through the existing entrance on Bunratty Drive, and all ancillary site works.11/05/10. 52, 54, 56 & 58, Station Road (Adjacent Ashcroft Housing Estate), Raheny, Dublin 5. Earlsfort Centre. App. No. 4525/09. Appeal notified. Type: Written evidence. Development consist of (a) The demolition of 4 no. habitable houses, 1 no. shed and ancillary boundary walls, (b) The construction of a three storey, 80 Bed Nursing Home facility comprising a 60 bed elderly care unit a 20 bed specialist alzheimer unit and associated ancillary plant and accommodation and (c) The construction of all associated site development works including a pedestrian entrance off Station Road, 2 no. new vehicular site entrances to on site surface parking / service areas accessed via the adjacent Ashcroft housing estate (29 no. parking spaces provided in separate visitor and staff car parks), waste holding area, all landscaping and boundary treatments and ancillary site services infrastructure. Rear of 211, Richmond Road, Dublin 3, nos 6-9, 21 amd 21A ('Anneville') Convent Avenue and 'Rose Cottage', Convent Avenue, Fairview, Dublin 3. Paul Plunkett. App. No. 2443/09. Appeal decision: GRANT PERMISSION. Demolition of all existing structures including nos. 6 - 9, 21 and 21 A ('Anneville') and Rose Cottage and the construction of a five storey/part four storey/part three storey/part two storey residential development consisting of three blocks over basement carpark at a 0.4091ha. site at 207, 209 and the rear of 211, Richmond Road, nos 6-9, 21 and 21A ('Anneville') Convent Avenue and 'Rose Cottage', Convent Avenue, Fairview, Dublin 3; Block A has a ground floor crèche (167sqm.), a two storey six bedroom housing unit accessed from adjoining lands (St Vincent’s), 6 no. one bedroom apartments, 30 no. two bedroom apartments and 7 no. three bedroom apartments; Block B has 5 no. one bed apartments and 9 no. two bed apartments; Block C has 1 no. one bed apartment, 12 no. two apartments and 6 no. three bed apartments (total 77 units); the basement includes 88 no. car spaces, 80 bicycle spaces, bin storage area and recycling centre with vehicular ramp access from Convent Avenue; for pedestrian entrance gates, walls and railings at Richmond Road and along Convent Avenue, all landscaping including open space, children’s play area, boundary walls, terraces and balconies and all associated site works on and under land. 12/05/10.

Planning Notes (12th May 2010)

Raheny Shopping Centre, Raheny, Dublin 5. Meteor Mobile Communications. App. No. 4193/09. Decision: GRANT RETENTION PERMISSION. Retention of broadband and telecommunications services consisting 3 x 1.3m broadband antennae in cylindrical stealth structures 1 x 2g omni sector 1 x 600m transmission dish and associated ancillary equipment on the roof top. 05/05/10. 9, Vernon Avenue, Clontarf, Dublin 3. Liam & Michelle Moloughney. App. No. 2200/10. Appeal notified. Type: Written Evidence. For construction of a first floor extension to the rear over part of the existing single storey extension and associated minor alterations. Mace Food Store, 155, Killester Avenue, Killester, Dublin 5. Shay Bennett. App. No. 2236/10. Appeal notified. Type: Written evidence. Demolition of existing flat roof store and part rear of shop of 54.6sqm to rear at ground level and construction of new extension to food store sales area of 70.2sqm; change of use of adjacent entrance at ground floor, first floor and attic from residential use to ancillary retail storage and staff facilities of 107.1sqm and all ancillary works. 18, Fairview Avenue Lower, & Fairview Terrace, Fairview, Dublin 3. Abbey Building Contractors Ltd. App. No. 3196/09. Appeal decision: REFUSE PERMISSION. The development will consist of the clearing of the existing site including demolition of 2 no. existing sheds and remains of original house and the construction of independent living units in two blocks; lower ground residents garden, balconies to units and ancillary site developments; 4 storey heights block A comprising 5 no. five bedroom group living units, 1 no. four bedroom group living unit and ancillary staff and communal facilities in 4 storeys (3 storeys over lower ground/basement level). Entry from Fairview Terrace block B comprising 4 no. 3 bedroom group homes and 10 no. 1 bedroom apartments in 4 storeys (3 storeys over lower ground/basement level) roof terraces, 6 no. staff surface car park spaces, 15 cycle spaces, bin store and entrance from Fairview Terrace. Total 10no. apartments, 10 no. group living units, to accommodate max 51 residents. 30/4/10. Marist Lands (Chanel College), & Parnells GAA Clubhouse, Coolock Village, Dublin 5. App. No. 3563/09. The Marists Trustees. Appeal decision: GRANT PERMISSION. The subject site is behind properties on Coolock Village; Brookville Park, Chanel Road, Chanel Court, Chanel Grove, St Brendan’s Terrace and Beechlawn Grove all at Coolock Dublin 5. Planning permission to develop lands surrounding Chanel College and fronting onto Coolock Village, Dublin 5. This planning application consists of four elements:- (a) a GAA sports ground including a new clubhouse and three playing pitches for Parnells GAA; (b) A two storey building for St. Michael’s House, (c) a residential development to the front of Chanel College, and (d) a medical centre and shop unit on the site of the existing Parnell clubhouse. See below for further details. 30/04/10.

Planning Notes (06th May 2010)

Coolock Artane Credit Union, Artane Roundabout, Artane, Dublin 5. App. No. 2678/10 for retention permission. Permission for development works to include the erection of a new store room extension 11.36m above ground level located on the lower level of the existing roof at second floor level and permission for the retention of development works consisting of and existing internally illuminated LED lightbox sign 1.011M x 1.215M at the entrance to the building and all ancillary works. 27/04/10. ESB's Existing Clontarf 38kv Substation, Vernon Avenue, Clontarf, Dublin 3. App. No. 2709/10 for retention permission. RETENTION - (A) permission to retain the existing 20m high, free standing tree type communication structure, carrying antennae and communication dishes with associated ground-mounted equipment cabinets, within an existing 2.4m high palisade compound previously granted time limited consent LPA ref: 4891/04 and An Bord Pleanála ref PL29N.210244 and; (B) Permission to attach 6 no. X 0.7m antennae and 4 no. X 0.3m. 30/04/10. Tolka River, at the Junction Of West Road and, East Wall Road, Dublin 3. Roads and Traffic Planning Division. Application No. 2705/10 and type: Law. Part 8 for new Pedestrian/Cycle Bridge over Tolka River Planning & Development Act 2000-2006, Planning & Development Regulations 2001-2007 (Part 8 Procedure). Display of proposed development for public comment. Proposed Pedestrian/Cycle Bridge across the River Tolka from East Wall Road To Fairview Park, Dublin 3. Pursuant to the requirements of the above, notice is herby given of the proposed construction of Dublin City Council of the above scheme. The proposed works will comprise of the following: Construct a new pedestrian/cycle bridge comprising a single fixed span structure, approximately 28 metres in length, spanning from the adjacent footpath on the East Wall Road to the existing footway in Fairview Park. The works will also include the adjustment of road levels at the junction of East Wall Road and West Road, the tie in of the footbridge to the cycle track along Alfie Byrne Road, the division of services, the provision of necessary drainage, public lighting, CCTV and other ancillary works. Plans and particulars of the proposed scheme may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy during public opening hours for a period of six weeks from Thursday 29th April to Thursday 10th June at: (a) Dublin City Council, Civic Offices, Wood Quay Dublin 8 at the Planning Counter from 9.00-16.30 hrs Monday to Friday. (b) Sean O' Casey Community Centre, St. Mary's Road, east Wall, Dublin 3 from 9.00-16.30 hrs Monday to Friday. A submission or observation in relation to the proposed development, dealing with the proper planning and sustainable development of the area may be made in writing to the Executive manager, Planning Department Dublin City Council, Block 4 Floor 3 Civic Offices, Wood Quay, Dublin 8 before 16.30 hrs on the 24th June 2010. 29/04/10. On Dublin City Council lands, Belcamp Gardens, Dublin 17. Coolock and District Racing Pigeon Club. App. No. 2375/10. Decision: GRANT PERMISSION. Permission is sought for erection of a 108sqm single storey detached social clubhouse comprising function/meeting rooms, boundary fencing, new vehicular entrance and associated site works on Council lands. 30/04/10.

Planning Notes (28th April 2010)

Beaumont Hospital, Beaumont Road, Dublin 9. HSE. App. No. 2299/10. Decision: GRANT OUTLINE PERMISSION. The development is bounded to the north and west by residential buildings and by the hospital to the east and south. The development consists of the provision of Phase 2 of the radiation oncology facilities for the national plan for radiation oncology. The new building is located directly adjacent to Phase 1 of the facilities which is under construction and occupies a site wide car-park. The proposed Phase 2 development is to be accessed front the proposed extension and re-alignment of the hospital perimeter road along the periphery of the northern boundary to the Trim Road entrance within Beaumont Hospital. The development comprises a new 3 storey radiation oncology structure (gross floor space 7.260 sq.m approx) and a potential height of 28m approx. Phase 2 Energy Centre to rear of the phase 1 building and alteration of the existing phase 1 energy centre to allow for ESB substation installation. The development will also consist of the extension of the phase 1 re-alignment of the existing perimeter hospital roadway along the periphery of the hospitals northern boundary. Car parking spaces will be re-provided on site to replace those currently occupying the area of the phase 2 extension and the hospital perimeter road re-alignment. These spaces will be re-provided in two separate areas one being adjacent to the phase 2 building and the other being south of the existing multi-storey car-park located in the south east of the site. 19/04/10. Maryfield College, Glandore Road, Dublin 9 (also bounding Sion Hill Road and Carberry Road). Board of Management of Maryfield College. App. No. 2327/10. Decision: GRANT RETENTION PERMISSION. RETENTION - Construction of pitched roof to existing two storey high building to the rear of school, to replace original 60sqm flat roof and asbestos cladding to water tanks thereon. 21/04/10. Supervalu and Unit 3, Raheny Shopping Centre, Howth Road, Dublin 5. Oxtron Ltd. App. No. 2341/10. Decision: GRANT PERMISSION. Removal of existing wall between unit no. 3 (71.5sqm) and the Supermarket, change of use of Unit no 3 and 18.5sqm of supermarket floor area from retail to Off Licence use and alteration to existing shop signage, with all associated works. 21/04/10. Northside Retail Park, Coolock Drive, Dublin 17. Tansan Properties. App. No. 2351/10. Decision: GRANT PERMISSION. The development will consist of the construction of a two storey coffee shop extension to the side of the previously approved existing retail warehouse development, comprising 1 unit (number 9) with a gross floor area of 122.55sqm with 63.6sqm at ground floor and 58.65sqm at first floor, revision to the car parking area with a reduction of 9 car parking spaces and associated landscaping works. The previous planning applications ref 0530/97 and ref 2485/05 were granted for the existing retail warehouse development. 22/04/10. The Goblet Public House, Mornington Park, Malahide Road, Artane, Dublin 5.Aidan Mc Govern. App. No. 2102/10. Appeal notified. Written Evidence. Altered and extended toilets and stores, relocated emergency exit stairs, and new smoking area with monopitch and flat roof at ground floor to the rear of the existing public house.

Planning Notes (26th April 2010)

Raheny Shopping Centre, Raheny, Dublin 5. Meteor Mobile Communications. App. No. 4193/09 for Retention Permission. Additional Information Received. Retention of broadband and telecommunications services consisting 3 x 1.3m broadband antennae in cylindrical stealth structures 1 x 2g omni sector 1 x 600m transmission dish and associated ancillary equipment on the roof top. 14/04/10. Holy Faith Secondary School, 1, Belgrove Road, Clontarf, Dublin 3. Board of Management of Holy Faith. App. No. 2598/10 for permission. The development is to consist of the demolition of the existing prefab, and for the erection of a new single storey detached prefab modular building in a forecourt of the building, similar to the existing location. The new building (c. 135.00sqm. in floor area) is to accommodate 2no. classrooms, with store and an entrance lobby. 12/04/10. 121, 123 and 125 Malahide Road, Dublin 3. Paudie O'Donnell./ App. No. 2605/10 for permission. Demolition of existing two storey public house & retail unit, and construction of a three storey mixed use development comprising of ground floor retail use with commercial use over (1251sqm.). Second floor is to be recessed with terrace. Car parking to the rear in existing car park (16 spaces), via re-positioned entrance from the Malahide Road, all to be landscaped with associated site works, bicycle parking. 13/04/10. Oscar Traynor Coach & Development Centre, Oscar Traynor Road, Coolock, Dublin 17. Meteor Mobile Communications Ltd. App. No. 2629/10 for permission. Planning permission to erect an 8 metre cable-stayed antennae support structure to attach 3no. antennae, 1no. dish at roof level of Oscar Traynor Coaching & Development Centre, together with associated equipment, cabinets and fencing to form part of a third generation (3G) telecommunications network for Meteor Mobile Communications Ltd. 16/04/10. 52, 54, 56 & 58, Station Road (Adjacent Ashcroft Housing Estate), Raheny, Dublin 5. Earlsfort Centre. App. No. 4525/09. Decision: GRANT PERMISSION. Development consist of (a) The demolition of 4 no. habitable houses, 1 no. shed and ancillary boundary walls, (b) The construction of a three storey, 80 Bed Nursing Home facility comprising a 60 bed elderly care unit a 20 bed specialist alzheimer unit and associated ancillary plant and accommodation and (c) The construction of all associated site development works including a pedestrian entrance off Station Road, 2 no. new vehicular site entrances to on site surface parking / service areas accessed via the adjacent Ashcroft housing estate (29no. parking spaces provided in separate visitor and staff car parks), waste holding area, all landscaping and boundary treatments and ancillary site services infrastructure. 16/04/10. 247-255, Richmond Road, including Ergo Headquarters at, 251-255 Richmond Road, and Nos. 1-3 Richmond Avenue, Fairview, Dublin 3. The Richmond Partnership. App. No. 2252/10. Decision: REFUSE PERMISSION. For the demolition of 4 existing residential buildings together with the existing industrial/office building and ancillary outbuildings. Construction of a 4 to 5 storey mixed use development over basement comprising of 70 car parking spaces in the basement along with bins, bicycle parking and plant. 51 apartments (12x1 bed, 35x 2 bed, 4x 3 bed) all with balconies/terraces. Penthouses set back with terraces. 367 sqm. retail unit and 580 sqm. commercial unit at ground floor, all with split level landscaped gardens and associated site works. Vehicular access to basement via Richmond Avenue. 13/04/10. Site known as Mount Auburn, 151, Richmond Road and 149, Richmond Road, Dublin 3. Karl Scully. App. No. 2273/10. Decision: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. Planning permission is sought for the demolition of existing derelict two storey dwelling known as 149 Richmond Road and construction of 7 two-bedroom three-storey townhouses in 1 block of 5 units facing onto Waterfall Avenue and 1 block of 2 units facing onto Richmond Road. All units will have a covered car porch accessed from Waterfall Avenue and Richmond Road respectively and all units will have a second storey roof garden. All with associated site works, landscaped private gardens and associated boundary wall treatments. 13/04/10. 162, Clontarf Road, Clontarf, Dublin 3. Priority Drilling Limited. App/ No. 4098/09. Appeal Notified. Appeal type: Written Evidence. The development will consist of the following; 1. Demolition of an existing 2 storey flat roofed office building with total ground floor area of 186 sq.m. and first floor area of 186 sq.m. 2. For the construction of a new part 3 storey mixed use building with a ground floor footprint area of 212 sq.m., consisting of a 170 sq.m. ground floor office unit with own door access to the front with apartment circulation areas and enclosed refuse storage area to the side and rear. Total of 3 no. apartments comprising 2 no. 3 bed apartments at first floor level, with floor areas of 80 sq.m. and 79 sq.m. and 1 no. 3 bed apartment at second floor level, with a floor area of 126sq.m. The building will incorporate a flat roof, glazed winter garden balconies to the front with selected brick and render finishes to all elevations. 3. The construction of a new lift shaft with links to the apartment entrance lobbies which will serve only the first and second floor apartments. 4. The provision of all ancillary site development works. The Players Lounge, 47-49, Fairview Strand, Dublin 3. John Stokes. App. No. 4077/09. Appeal Decision: REFUSE PERMISSION. RETENTION - permission sought for (1) An open yard area of approx. 85sqm. has been part covered by a retractable awning to an extent of approx. 50sqm. at the rear of this area is used as a smoking area. (2) A covered area of approx. 55sqm. with an open side onto the yard above is being used as a seating/drinking area at the rear of, and is used as smoking area. (3) An enclosed area of approx 45sqm. is being used as a bar/dispensing area at the rear of, this area contains seating, tables and gaming machines and is generally floored and decorated as a bar all at the rear of 'The Players Lounge' 47-49, Fairview Strand, Dublin 3. 16/04/10.

Planning Notes (16th April 2010)

St Monica’s Youth Resource Centre, Tonlegee Road, Dublin 5. Edenmore Day Care Nursery Limited. App. NO. 2011/10. Decision: GRANT PERMISSION. Planning permission for a two storey (height 7.5m., area 489sqm.) to provide accommodation for children’s preschool service on part of the site. The site for the building is in a location fronting onto Woodbine Road and the vehicular access is from Tonlegee Road. 06/04/10. 9, Vernon Avenue, Clontarf, Dublin 3. Liam & Michelle Moloughney. App. No. 2200/10. Decision: GRANT PERMISSION. For construction of a first floor extension to the rear over part of the existing single storey extension and associated minor alterations. 07/04/10. 201, Philipsburgh Avenue, Marino, Dublin 3. Francis Donegan and Alan Walshe. App. No. 2217/10. Decision: GRANT PERMISSION. Planning permission is sought for amendments to previously approved planning grant ref. 2672/09 comprising of alterations to shop front and erection of external roller shutters. 07/04/10. Mace Food Store, 155, Killester Avenue, Killester, Dublin 5. Shay Bennett. App. No. 2236/10. Decision: GRANT PERMISSION. Demolition of existing flat roof store and part rear of shop of 54.6sqm. to rear at ground level and construction of new extension to food store sales area of 70.2sqm.; change of use of adjacent entrance at ground floor, first floor and attic from residential use to ancillary retail storage and staff facilities of 107.1sqm. and all ancillary works. 09/04/10.

Planning Notes (09th April 2010)

Clontarf And Scots Presbyterian Church, Corner Of Clontarf Road And, Howth Road, Clontarf, Dublin 3. Clontarf & Scots Presbyterian Church. App. No. 2553/10 for permission. The development will consist of (a) the construction of a 26sqm single storey Church Hall fronting onto the Howth Road (b) glazed link between existing church & proposed hall (c) minor alterations to the Church to facilitate the proposed link (d) 1 metre high retaining wall with 900mm high railings over to replace railings between School & Church and (e) associated site works. 01/04/10. 16, Bunratty Road, Coolock, Dublin 17. Brian Maher. App. No. 0001/10. Section 5. Decision: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. EXPP - Fastfood takeaway at side of Bunratty Stores. 30/03/10. Rear of residential units on Watermill Road & rear of commercial units on Howth Road, Raheny, Dublin 5. Kariba Ltd. App. No. 2603/09. Decision: WITHDRAWN ARTICLE 33 (NO SUB). Planning permission to construct a single apartment block consisting of four levels with 8 apartments in total, comprising of 6 two bedroom units and 2 one bedroom units with car parking and ancillary site works with access from Main Street Raheny. 30/03/10. 48, Brookwood Rise, Artane, Dublin 5. Fairlawn Properties Ltd. App. No. 2179/10. Decision: REFUSE PERMISSION. For proposed change of use from residential to medical centre/ dental surgery. 31/03/10. 164 - 164A, Howth Road, Killester, Dublin 3. Karl Farrelly. App. No. 3402/09. Appeal decision: GRANT PERMISSION. The development will consist of the demolition of the existing single storey retail premises and the construction of a 2 storey mixed use building incorporating retail and car parking at ground floor level, with offices at 1st floor levels. Total area of development 538.7sqm. 31/03/10. Liz Delaneys Bar / Dusk Night Club, Northside Shopping Centre, Oscar Traynor Road, Coolock, Dublin 17. Gary Payne. App. No. 4083/09. Appeal decision: SPLIT DECISION. RETENTION - Advertising signage (17.36sqm.) and video screen (10.73sqm.) at south facing elevation. 31/03/10.

Planning Notes (30th March 2010)

52, 54, 56 & 58, Station Road (Adjacent Ashcroft Housing Estate), Raheny, Dublin 5. Earlsfort Centre. App. No. 4525/09 for permission. Additional information received. Development consist of (a) The demolition of 4 no. habitable houses, 1 no. shed and ancillary boundary walls; (b) The construction of a three storey, 80 Bed Nursing Home facility comprising a 60 bed elderly care unit a 20 bed specialist alzheimer unit and associated ancillary plant and accommodation; and (c) The construction of all associated site development works including a pedestrian entrance off Station Road, 2 no. new vehicular site entrances to on site surface parking / service areas accessed via the adjacent Ashcroft housing estate (29no. parking spaces provided in separate visitor and staff car parks), waste holding area, all landscaping and boundary treatments and ancillary site services infrastructure. 24/03/10. 18, 20, 22 and 24, Seafield Road West, Clontarf, Dublin 3. Denise and Rory Scanlon, M&P Construction. App. No. 2498/10 for permission. Planning permission is being sought for modifications to previously approved grant of permission (previous application planning reference number 5118/08) for development on this site under Bord Pleanála Ref. No.PL 29N.232758 to provide for re-instatement of one house from the two omitted in that permission making a total of seven residential units for the overall site. House type A fronting onto Seafield Road West to be omitted as required. House type D to remain as approved in that grant of permission. Houses shown as B and C in previous application to be reduced in floor area and to be re-positioned on site. Development to comply fully with the requirements of condition 1 parts (b) to (e) of that grant of permission. Proposed application is as follows: 1) Demolition of existing single storey dwelling at no. 18 Seafield Road West (total area 154sqm.); 2) Construction of 7no. detached dwellings to consist of 2no. four bedroom single storey dwellings (type B: 181sqm.), 1no. three bedroom single storey dwelling (type C: 132sqm.), and 4no. four bedroom two storey dwellings (type D: 273sqm.); 3) Provision for 1no. vehicular access point serving the overall development fronting onto No. 18 Sea field Road West; and 4) Associated site development works to include all boundary treatments, landscaping and drainage requirements. 25/03/10. The Goblet Public House, Mornington Park, Malahide Road, Artane, Dublin 5. App. NO. 2102/10. Decision: REFUSE PERMISSION. Altered and extended toilets and stores, relocated emergency exit stairs, and new smoking area with mono-pitch and flat roof at ground floor to the rear of the existing public house. 22/03/10. Former Grand Cinema, 396-402, Collins Avenue, Whitehall, Dublin 9. Cowra Ltd. App. No. 2123/10. Decision: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. See below for details of application. The Yacht Public House, 73, Clontarf Road, Clontarf, Dublin 3. Heatvale Ltd. App. No. 2161/10. Decision: REFUSE RETENTION PERMISSION. The development will consist of revisions to previously approved planning permissions (reg. ref 4822/08 and reg. ref 3802/09). Comprising the provision of an internal courtyard/beer garden at ground floor level and 5 sq. metres extension to the first floor kitchen. 24/03/10. 162, Clontarf Road, Clontarf, Dublin 3. Priority Drilling Limited. App. No. 4098/10. Decision GRANT PERMISSION. See below for details of application. 22/03/10. 370, Clontarf Road, Clontarf, Dublin 3. Dwycos Ltd. App. No. 2107/10. Decision: REFUSE RETENTION PERMISSION. RETENTION - Outdoor seated area, glazed windscreens, a canopy with umbrellas at Bay Restaurant. 22/03/10. Castlekevin Apartments, Castlekevin Road, Artane, Dublin 5. Respond Housing Association. App. No. 2206/10. Decision: GRANT PERMISSION. The development will consist of removal of c. 1600mm section of existing wall & railing, Installation of new gate for bin access, installation of hard standing for wheelie bins & associated site works. 24/03/10. 121, 123 and 125 Malahide Road, Dublin 3. App. No. 2429/10. APPLICATION DECLARED INVALID. Demolition of existing two storey public house & retail unit, and construction of a three storey mixed use development. See below for details. 23/03/10. 119, Howth Road, And Parts Of The Rear Gardens Of, 65-68, St. Lawrence Road, Clontarf, Dublin 3. W.S.M. Partnership. App. NO. 4528/09. Appeal Notified: Written Evidence. PROTECTED STRUCTURE: Comprising the change of use from permitted residential development (Dublin City Council Planning Ref: 6486/06 and An Bord Pleanála Ref: PL29N.222278) to hospital/healthcare facility and related uses. See below for details. Unit 33, Butterly Business Park, Kilmore Road, Artane, Dublin 5. Patrick Butterly & Sons Ltd. App. No. 4565/09. Appeal notified: Written evidence. Permission is sought for change of use from a snooker hall with bar/restaurant (previously permitted under reg. ref. 770/85) to a private members club. See below for details. 189, Clontarf Road/ Church Gate Avenue, Clontarf, Dublin 3. Dr. Joseph Houlihan. App. No. 2025/10. Appeal decision: APPEAL WITHDRAWN. Planning permission is sought for a change of use from residential use of an apartment on the first floor to a dental surgery/ ancillary dental surgery use and building of small compressor store at the rear of a two storey, mid-terraced house with a two-storey return to the rear. 25/03/10.

Planning Notes (25th March 2010)

121, 123 and 125 Malahide Road, Dublin 3. Paudie O'Donnell. App. No. 2429/10 for permission. Demolition of existing two storey public house & retail unit, and construction of a three storey mixed use development comprising of ground floor retail use with commercial use over (1251sqm). Second floor is to be recessed with terrace. Car parking to the rear in existing car park (16 spaces), via re-positioned entrance from the Malahide Road, all to be landscaped with associated site works, bicycle parking. 16/03/2010. 227-229, Richmond Road, Dublin 3. Merc Care Ltd. App. No. 2448/10 for permission. Modifications to the front facade and the front yard area to include the following: installation of new signage with associated illumination, installation of security camera, new access door to front elevation, replace existing ground floor windows with glass block panels and the construction of new boundary wall and railing with intergrated sliding gate to front boundary. 18/03/10. Corner Of Bunratty Drive, Adare Road, Coolock, Dublin 17. Coolock Development Council Ltd. App. No. 2449/10 for permission. The development will consist of the erection of a prefabricated temporary structure 3.3m high, accommodating a Local Youth Services Facility including sanitary and administration facilities. The provision of new perimeter fencing 2.4m high to match existing to the boundaries on Adare Green, Adare Road and Bunratty Drive. Pedestrian access will be gained from Adare Road via a new gate 1.5m in width incorporated into the new fencing. Vehicular cycle access and parking will be gained through the existing entrance on Bunratty Drive, and all ancillary site works. 18/03/10. 189, Clontarf Road/ Church Gate Avenue, Clontarf, Dublin 3. Dr. Joseph Houlihan. App. No. 2025/10. Appeal type: Written evidence. Planning permission is sought for a change of use from residential use of an apartment on the first floor to a dental surgery/ancillary dental surgery use and building of small compressor store at the rear of a two storey, mid-terraced house with a two-storey return to the rear.

Planning Notes (16th March 2010)

St Monicas Youth Resource Centre, Tonlegee Road, Dublin 5. Edenmore Day Care Nursery Limited. App. No. 2011/10 for permission. Additional Information Received. Planning permission for a two storey (height 7.5m., area 489sqm.) to provide accommodation for a children's preschool service on part of the site. The site for the building is in a location fronting onto Woodbine Road and the vehicular access is from Tonlegee Road. 10/03/10. On Dublin City Council lands, Belcamp Gardens, Dublin 17. Coolock and District Racing Pigeon Club. App. No. 2375/10 for permission. Permission is sought for erection of a 108sqm single storey detached social clubhouse comprising function/meeting rooms, boundary fencing, new vehicular entrance and associated site works on Council lands. 08/03/10. Le Cheile, Collins Avenue East, Donnycarney, Dublin 5. Donnycarney Community & Youth Centre Ltd. App. No. 2057/10. Decision: REFUSE PERMISSION. To erect electrical scrolling LED messaging sign below the existing signage at the north elevation of the building. The technical structure of the display is as follows: 32 x 320 pixels, Colour: red, Display dimensions 640mm x 6400mm. 12/03/10. Old Malahide Road, Coolock, Dublin 5. Cadbury Ireland. App. NO. 4397/09. Appeal type: Written Evidence. The development will consist of a change of a use from first floor canteen block to new offices, an extension of existing building to incorporate a pedestrian link at first floor level approx 4.5m. high, a new passenger elevator with lobbies servicing all floors approx 13.2m. high, the provision of a new Cadbury sign to the north elevation and all associated ancillary site works.

Planning Notes (09th March 2010)

Maryfield College, Glandore Road, Dublin 9 (also bounding Sion Hill Road and Carberry Road). Board of Management of Maryfield College. App. No. 2327/10 for retention permission. RETENTION - Construction of pitched roof to existing two storey high building to the rear of school, to replace original 60sqm flat roof and asbestos cladding to water tanks thereon. 01/03/10. Supervalu and Unit 3, Raheny Shopping Centre, Howth Road, Dublin 5. Oxtron Ltd. App. No. 2341/10 for permission. Removal of existing wall between unit no. 3 (71.5sqm) and the Supermarket, change of use of Unit no 3 and 18.5sqm of supermarket floor area from retail to Off Licence use and alteration to existing shop signage, with all associated works. 03/03/10. Northside Retail Park, Coolock Drive, Dublin 17. Tansan properties. App. No. 2351/10 for permission. The development will consist of the construction of a two storey coffee shop extension to the side of the previously approved existing retail warehouse development, comprising 1 unit (number 9) with a gross floor area of 122.55sqm with 63.6sqm at ground floor and 58.65sqm at first floor, revision to the car parking area with a reduction of 9 car parking spaces and associated landscaping works. The previous planning applications ref 0530/97 and ref 2485/05 were granted for the existing retail warehouse development. 04/03/10. Saint David's C.B.S, Saint David's Park, Artane, Dublin 5. Board of Management. App. No. 0046/10. Decision: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. EXPP - Removal of existing slates, timber battens and felt from roofs of existing school building, fixing new timber battens and felt and re-slating roofs with new natural slates. 04/03/10. 189, Clontarf Road/ Church Gate Avenue, Clontarf, Dublin 3. Dr. Joseph Houlihan. App. No. 2025/10. Decision: SPLIT DECISION(PERMISSION & REFUSAL). Planning permission is sought for a change of use from residential use of an apartment on the first floor to a dental surgery/ ancillary dental surgery use and building of small compressor store at the rear of a two storey, mid-terraced house with a two-storey return to the rear. 04/03/10.

Planning Notes (02nd March 2010)

Beaumont Hospital, Beaumont Road, Dublin 9. HSE. App. No. 2299/10 for Outline Permission. The development is bounded to the north and west by residential buildings and by the hospital to the east and south. The development consists of the provision of Phase 2 of the radiation oncology facilities for the national plan for radiation oncology. The new building is located directly adjacent to Phase 1 of the facilities which is under construction and occupies a site wide car-park. The proposed Phase 2 development is to be accessed front the proposed extension and re-alignment of the hospital perimeter road along the periphery of the northern boundary to the Trim Road entrance within Beaumont Hospital. The development comprises a new 3 storey radiation oncology structure (gross floor space 7.260 sq.m approx) and a potential height of 28m approx. Phase 2 Energy Centre to rear of the phase 1 building and alteration of the existing phase 1 energy centre to allow for ESB substation installation. The development will also consist of the extension of the phase 1 re-alignment of the existing perimeter hospital roadway along the periphery of the hospitals northern boundary. Car parking spaces will be re-provided on site to replace those currently occupying the area of the phase 2 extension and the hospital perimeter road re-alignment. These spaces will be re-provided in two separate areas one being adjacent to the phase 2 building and the other being south of the existing multi-storey car-park located in the south east of the site. 24/02/10. 134, Harmonstown Road, Raheny, Dublin 5. Bartonglen Limited. App. No. 2313/10 for permission. Development at this c. 0.09ha site. The development consists of works which include the demolition of all existing structures on site (c. 106sqm.), the construction of a single storey retail unit of c. 375sqm gross floor area and 14 no. car parking spaces. Planning permission is also sought for an ATM, subsidiary alcohol sales, signage, ancillary plant and the removal of the existing boundary fence along Harmonstown Road and the removal of the wall along the western boundary abutting the pedestrian access to the DART station and all ancillary site development works and site services. 25/02/10. 162, Clontarf Road, Clontarf, Dublin 3. priority Drilling Ltd. App. No. 4098/09 for permission. Additional Information Received. The development will consist of the following; 1. Demolition of an existing 2 storey flat roofed office building with total ground floor area of 186 sq.m. and first floor area of 186 sq.m. 2. For the construction of a new part 3 storey mixed use building with a ground floor footprint area of 212 sq.m., consisting of a 170 sq.m. ground floor office unit with own door access to the front with apartment circulation areas and enclosed refuse storage area to the side and rear. Total of 3 no. apartments comprising 2 no. 3 bed apartments at first floor level, with floor areas of 80 sq.m. and 79 sq.m. and 1 no. 3 bed apartment at second floor level, with a floor area of 126sq.m. The building will incorporate a flat roof, glazed winter garden balconies to the front with selected brick and render finishes to all elevations. 3. The construction of a new lift shaft with links to the apartment entrance lobbies which will serve only the first and second floor apartments. 4. The provision of all ancillary site development works. 23/02/10. St Monicas Youth Resource Centre, Tonlegee Road, Dublin 5. Edenmore Day Care Nursery Limited. App. No. 2011/10. Decision: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. Planning permission for a two storey (height 7.5m., area 489sqm.) to provide accommodation for a children's pre-school service on part of the site. The site for the building is in a location fronting onto Woodbine Road and the vehicular access is from Tonlegee Road. 119, Howth Road, and Parts Of The Rear Gardens Of, 65-68, St. Lawrence Road, Clontarf, Dublin 3. W.S.M Partnership. App. No. 4528/09. Decision: GRANT PERMISSION. PROTECTED STRUCTURE: Comprising the change of use from permitted residential development (Dublin City Council Planning Ref: 6486/06 and An Bord Pleanála Ref: PL29N.222278) to hospital/healthcare facility and related uses. The development will consist of: the change of use of the permitted residential development to hospital/healthcare facility and related uses comprising a 100 no. bed hospital including the following clinical uses: maternity services, gynaecological services, surgical (including 3 no. surgical operating theatres), phlebotomy, physiotherapy, pharmacy, x-ray/radiology department and consultants’ suites, with the following associated non-clinical facilities: administration areas, seminar room, oratory, ancillary restaurant (240sqm.), shop (30sqm.) and ancillary staff, storage and circulation areas. The development will occur principally within the previously permitted building footprint and envelope and will include the extension, re-configuration, modification and re-organisation of the permitted floor-space, pedestrian and vehicular access arrangements and internal circulation. The development will also include the extension of the permitted proposal by 920 sq.m. above ground on lands to the rear of nos. 66-68 St. Lawrence Road, and by 1,900 sq.m. below ground on lands to the rear of nos. 66-68 St. Lawrence Road, and extensions of the permitted development by 345 sq.m. below ground on the north-west side of the site, and 290 sq.m. below ground on the north of the site. The permitted development will be re-organised and modified to comprise three floors above ground level and two floors (including basement car park) below ground level. The overall permitted height of the development and permitted car parking provision will be unchanged. the development will also consist of amendments to the structural grid, elevations, the re-configuration of the permitted basement car park including new access barriers and security office, new turning areas, lighting revised landscaping and boundary treatments, the provision of a combined heat and power plant (CHP) ancillary plant (including new underground air handling unit), the re-location of the previously permitted ESB sub-station, changes in level, connections of services as necessary, and ancillary site development works above and below ground. The development will also include the demolition of all existing structures on the site (as previously permitted). 23/02/10.

Planning Notes (25th February 2010)

Mace Food Store, 155, Killester Avenue, Killester, Dublin 5. Shay Bennett. App. No. 2236/10 for permission. Demolition of existing flat roof store and part rear of shop of 54.6sqm to rear at ground level and construction of new extension to food store sales area of 70.2sqm; change of use of adjacent entrance at ground floor, first floor and attic from residential use to ancillary retail storage and staff facilities of 107.1sqm and all ancillary works. 16/02/10. 247-255, Richmond Road, Including Ergo Headquarters At, 251-255 Richmond Road, And No's 1-3 Richmond Avenue, Fairview, Dublin 3. The Richmond Group. App. No. 2252/10 for permission. For the demolition of 4 existing residential buildings together with the existing industrial/office building and ancillary outbuildings. Construction of a 4 to 5 storey mixed use development over basement comprising of 70 car parking spaces in the basement along with bins, bicycle parking and plant. 51 apartments (12 x 1 bed, 35 x 2 bed, 4 x 3 bed) all with balconies/terraces. Penthouses set back with terraces. 367 sqm. retail unit and 580 sqm. commercial unit at ground floor, all with split level landscaped gardens and associated site works. Vehicular access to basement via Richmond Avenue. 17/02/10. Site known as Mount Auburn, 151, Richmond Road and 149, Richmond Road, Dublin 3. Karl Scully. App. No. 2273/10 for permission. Planning permission is sought for the demolition of existing derelict two storey dwelling known as 149 Richmond Road and construction of 7 two-bedroom three-storey townhouses in 1 block of 5 units facing onto Waterfall Avenue and 1 block of 2 units facing onto Richmond Road. All units will have a covered car porch accessed from Waterfall Avenue and Richmond Road respectively and all units will have a second storey roof garden. All with associated site works, landscaped private gardens and associated boundary wall treatments. 19/02/10. Beaumont Hospital, Beaumont Road, Dublin 9. Health Service Executive, NDRO, NCCP. App. No. 2222/10 for outline permission. APPLICATION DECLARED INVALID. Development at this site (18.5ha). The development is bounded to the north and west by residential buildings and by the Hospital to the east and south. The development consists of the provision of Phase 2 of the Radiation Oncology Facilities for the National Plan for Radiation Oncology. See below for further details. 18/02/10. 52, 54, 56 & 58, Station Road (Adjacent Ashcroft Housing Estate), Raheny, Dublin 5. Earlsfort Centre. App. No. 4525/09 for permission. Decision: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. Development consist of (a) The demolition of 4 no. habitable houses, 1 no. shed and ancillary boundary walls, (b) The construction of a three storey, 80 Bed Nursing Home facility comprising a 60 bed elderly care unit a 20 bed specialist alzheimer unit and associated ancillary plant and accommodation and (c) The construction of all associated site development works including a pedestrian entrance off Station Road, 2 no. new vehicular site entrances to on site surface parking / service areas accessed via the adjacent Ashcroft housing estate (29 no. parking spaces provided in separate visitor and staff car parks), waste holding area, all landscaping and boundary treatments and ancillary site services infrastructure. 16/02/10. Killester Shopping Centre, Howth Road, Killester, Dublin 5. A & G Crowe and G & C Houlihan. App. No. 4559/09. Decision: GRANT PERMISSION. Provision of a single storey ESB sub station and switch room (21sqm.) to the rear of the site with all associated site works. 15/02/10. Unit 33, Butterly Business Park, Kilmore Road, Artane, Dublin 5. Patrick Butterly & Sons Ltd. App. No. 4565/09. Decision: REFUSE PERMISSION. Permission is sought for change of use from a snooker hall with bar/restaurant (previously permitted under reg. ref. 770/85) to a private members club. The proposed development (626sqm.) comprises of a foyer area, general gaming area, 3 no. private game rooms, a bar and kitchen. Ancillary facilities will include toilets and changing facilities, offices, cashier and count rooms and store areas. A sheltered external terrace (27sqm.) is also proposed. The front (west) elevation of the building and west elevation of the adjoining Unit 35 is to be revised and will include an overhead canopy and 2 no. signage plaques (0.5sqm. each). The existing fire escape route is to be decommissioned on the north elevation and openings blocked off. A new fire escape door is proposed on the east elevation. The existing external access stairs to mezzanine level to adjoining building (Unit 32) is to be removed. A barrier is proposed along the western circulation route within the Butterly Business Park. 12 no. car parking spaces and 10no. bicycle parking spaces are proposed. Works to include all site development and ancillary works, all on a site of approx. 0.15ha. 19/02/10. St. Joseph's Centre For Children With Visual Impairment, Grace Park Road, Drumcondra, Dublin 9. Trustees of Rosminian Institute of Charity. App. No. 3095/09. Appeal type: Written evidence. PROTECTED STRUCTURE - The Trustees of the Rosminian Institute of Charity are applying for a ten year permission for an educational/institutional/residential development on their 7.336hectares (18.03acre) site at St. Joseph's Centre for Children with Visual Impairment. The lands are now occupied by St Joseph's Centre which incorporates Drumcondra Castle, a national monument (DU 18-015/01-04), and lie within the curtilage and attendant grounds of St Joseph's, including the Lodge, Entrance Gates, Piers and Ironworks which are protected structures (RPS Ref No. 3264). See below for further details. 198 & 204, Grace Park Road, Dublin 9. Tiffen Developments Ireland Ltd. App. No. 3473/09. Appeal type: Written evidence. The development will consist of the demolition of two habitable dwellings, nos. 198 & 204 Grace Park Road and the construction of 19 no. 3 bedroom two storey and two and a half story dwellings (with velux windows) (highest point from ground floor level 9.4m) in detached and terraced form. 8 no. dwellings will front onto Grace Park Road with direct access onto Grace Park Road while a new vehicular entrance onto Grace Park Road will serve 11 no. dwellings to the rear of the site with communal parking (20 no. spaces). The development includes all associated site development works, all open space areas, landscaping and boundary treatments.

Planning Notes (17th February 2010)

48, Brookwood Rise, Artane, Dublin 5. Fairlawn Properties Ltd. App. No. 2179/10 for permission. For proposed change of use from residential to medical centre/ dental surgery. 08/02/10. 9, Vernon Avenue, Clontarf, Dublin 3. Liam & Michelle Moloughney. App No. 2200/10 for permission. For construction of a first floor extension to the rear over part of the existing single storey extension and associated minor alterations. 11/02/10. Castlekevin Apartments, Castlekevin Road, Artane, Dublin 5. Respond Housing Association. App. No. 2206/10 for permission. The development will consist of removal of c. 1600mm section of existing wall & railing, Installation of new gate for bin access, installation of hard standing for wheelie bins & associated site works. 11/02/10. 201, Philipsburgh Avenue, Marino, Dublin 3. Francis Donegan and Alan Walshe. App. No. 2217/10. Planning permission is sought for amendments to previously approved planning grant ref. 2672/09 comprising of alterations to shop front and erection of external roller shutter's. 12/02/10. Beaumont Hospital, Beaumont Road, Dublin 9. Health Service Executive, NDRO, NCCP. App. No. 2222/10 for outline permission. Development at this site (18.5ha). The development is bounded to the north and west by residential buildings and by the Hospital to the east and south. The development consists of the provision of Phase 2 of the Radiation Oncology Facilities for the National Plan for Radiation Oncology. The new building is located directly adjacent to Phase 1 of the facilities which is under construction and occupies a site wide car park. The proposed Phase 2 Development is to be accessed from the proposed extension and realignment of the hospital perimeter road along the periphery of the northern boundary to the Trim Road entrance within Beaumont Hospital. The development comprises a new 3 storey Radiation Oncology structure (gross floor space 7,260sqm approx) and a potential height of 28m approx; Phase 2 Energy Centre to rear of the Phase 1 building and alteration of the existing Phase 1 Energy Centre to allow for ESB substation installation. The development will also consist of the extension of the phase 1 realignment of the existing perimeter hospital roadway along the periphery of the hospitals northern boundary. Car parking spaces will be provided on site to replace those currently occupying the area of the Phase 2 extension and the hospital perimeter road realignment. These spaces will be provided in two separate areas one being adjacent to the Phase 2 building and the other being south of the existing multi-storey carpark located in the south east of the site. 12/02/10. 44, Malahide Road, Artane, Dublin 5. Ann Mulcrone. App. No. 4431/09. Decision: GRANT PERMISSION. 1. The change of use of existing dwelling from residential use to neighbourhood centre uses which would allow for the option of Class 1, Class 2, Class 3 or Class 8 uses. 2. A single storey extension of 37sq.m to the rear of the building. 3. Minor modifications to the front elevation. 4. The widening of the existing rear vehicular access and ancillary site works, services and parking provision. Collins Court, Collins Avenue, Whitehall, Dublin 9. Collins Court Management (Northside) Ltd. App. No. 4497/09. Decision: GRANT PERMISSION. Planning permission sought for: a. Erection of new automated vehicular and pedestrian access gates to front; b. Raising of boundary wall to south and east boundaries by 450mm in height: and c. All associated site works. 11/02/10.

Planning Notes (11th February 2010)

The Yacht Public House, 73, Clontarf Road, Clontarf, Dublin 3. Heatvale Ltd. App. No. 2161/10 for retention permission. The development will consist of revisions to previously approved planning permissions (reg. ref 4822/08 and reg. ref 3802/09). Comprising the provision of an internal courtyard/beer garden at ground floor level and 5 sq. metres extension to the first floor kitchen. 04/02/10. 247-255, Richmond Road, including Ergo Headquarters at 251-255 Richmond Road, and nos. 1-3 Richmond Avenue, Fairview, Dublin 3. Richmond Group. App. No. 2108 declared invalid. Planning permission sought for the demolition of 4 existing residential building known as 247 & 249 Richmond Road, and 1 & 3 Richmond Avenue together with the existing industrial/office building and ancillary outbuildings. See below for further details. 01/02/10. Marino Institute of Education, Griffith Avenue, Dublin 9. App. No. 3226/09. Appeal decision: GRANT PERMISSION. Planning permission for a new vehicular and pedestrian entrance and associated works directly from Griffith Avenue and a new avenue leading to the existing road network within the institute. The development will include modifications to existing trees, planting and boundary wall and railing along a section of the boundary with Griffith Avenue and provision of stone faced flanking pier walls, gates, signage and replacement tree and low level planting and lighting. The proposed new avenue will be provided with lighting and include footpaths planted verges and a boundary on each side will join the existing road network within the institute. It is intended that subject to further planning permission the entrance will become the principal access to the institute and associated lands for any future development. 29/01/10.

Planning Notes (03rd February 2010)

The Goblet Public House, Mornington Park, Malahide Road, Artane, Dublin 5. Aidan Mc Govern. App. No. 2102/10 for permission. Altered and extended toilets and stores, relocated emergency exit stairs, and new smoking area with monopitch and flat roof at ground floor to the rear of the existing public house. 26/01/10. 370, Clontarf Road, Clontarf, Dublin 3. Dwycos. Ltd. App. No. 2107/10 for retention permission. RETENTION - Outdoor seated area, glazed windscreens, a canopy, and umbrellas at Bay Restaurant. 27/01/10. 247-255, Richmond Road, including Ergo Headquarters at 251-255 Richmond Road, and nos. 1-3 Richmond Avenue, Fairview, Dublin 3. The Richmond Partnership. App. No. 2108/10 for permission. Planning permission sought for the demolition of 4 existing residential building known as 247 & 249 Richmond Road, and 1 & 3 Richmond Avenue together with the existing industrial/office building and ancillary outbuildings. Construction of a 4 to 5 storey mixed use development over basement comprising of 70 car parking spaces in the basement along with bins, bicycle parking and plant, 51 apartments (12 x 1 bed, 35 x 2 bed, 4 x 3 bed) all with balconies/terraces. Penthouses set back with terraces. 367sqm retail unit and 580sqm commercial unit at ground floor, all with split level landscaped gardens and associated site works. Vehicular access to basement via Richmond Avenue. 27/01/10. Former Grand Cinema, 396-402, Collins Avenue, Whitehall, Dublin 9. Cowra Ltd. App. No. 2123/10 for permission. The development consists of (a) demolition of former cinema building while retaining front facade and reinstating front canopy with balcony over (b) 2 ground floor retail units of 332.5sqm and 343.3sqm. (c) Two multi-purpose leisure spaces of 496.6sqm and 173.3sqm at first floor level, (d) medical consultancy suites total 184.5sqm at second floor level, (e) 8 residential apartments (1x 1 bed, 4x 2 bed, 3x 3 bed duplex units) each with a balcony/terrace at second, third and fourth floor level, (f) underground car park for 29 spaces (g) screened plant area on roof and rear elevation, (h) provision of new section of laneway at rear providing access to underground parking and facilitating pedestrian and vehicular linkage on rear lane. The proposed building would have a total floor area of 3737.8sqm and a total height of 5 storeys. 28/01/10. Clontarf Private Nursing Home, 5-7, Clontarf Road, Clontarf, Dublin 3. Harry McElhinney. App. No. 4336/09. Decision: GRANTED PERMISSION. For construction of a single storey, detached laundry facility (total area 23.6 sqm) and all associated site development, landscaping works, and drainage on and under lands to the rear. 28/01/10. Site at Middle Third, Middle Third Terrace, & Abbeyfield, Killester, Dublin 5. Karina Daly and Mannix Smith. App. No. 4182/09. Appeal notified. Type: Written Evidence. Planning permission for development at this 0.23 hectare (0.57acre) site. The development will consist of the demolition of the existing hall and the construction of a 2 storey 495sqm crèche with 10 no. car-parking spaces with vehicular access from Middle Third and all associated landscaping, site development and ancillary works.

Planning Notes (01st February 2010)

'Sunnyside' 25G, Malahide Road, Artane, Dublin 5. Vincent O'Connell. (App. No. 4227/09). Decision: GRANT PERMISSION. Change of use of 3 no. two bed apartments and associated terraces at second floor level fronting onto Malahide Road, previously granted under parent planning application ref 2083/04. The change of use proposed is from residential use to restaurant use, the area becoming an extension of the existing previously granted under planning application reference 4609/08. Permission is also sought for extension of external rear fire escape to second floor level to serve new restaurant area. 12/01/10. Site between 28 & 34, Vernon Avenue & to rear of 34-50 Vernon Avenue, 15-43 Belgrove Road, 96-98 Kincora Road, 13-15 St. Joseph's Square & 9-11 Vernon Road, Clontarf, Dublin 3. S. O'Rourke, J. Corcoran, M. Thornton. (App. No. 4245/09). Decision: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. Permission sought for a residential development at Vernon Avenue (for which planning permission has previously been granted for 30. residential units, Plan Ref. No. 4754/06). The development shall include demolition of existing single storey dilapidated structure and construction of 24no. dwelling houses consisting of: a) 4no. 5 bedroom, part three-storey with pitched roof level accommodation and associated dormers to front and rear, terraced houses (Type A). b) 4no. 4 bedroom, two-storey with pitched roof level accommodation and associated dormers to front and velux roof lights to rear, terraced houses (Type B). c) 4no. 3 bedroom, two-storey with pitched roof level accommodation and associated dormers to front, terraced houses (Type C). d) 4no. 3 bedroom, two-storey with pitched roof level accommodation and associated dormers to front and rear (except house D-13 with velux roof light to rear), terraced houses (Type D). e) 6no. 3 bedroom, two-storey with pitched roof level accommodation and associated dormers to front and rear, terraced houses (Type E). f) 2no. 2 bedroom, two-storey, pitched roof, semi detached houses (Type F). g) New access road off Vernon Avenue, and all associated site development works car parking, landscaping and services. 14/01/10. St. Joseph's Centre For Children With Visual Impairment, Grace Park Road, Drumcondra, Dublin 9. Trustees of Rosminian Institute Charity. (App. No. 3095/09)/ Decision: GRANT PERMISSION. PROTECTED STRUCTURE - The Trustees of the Rosminian Institute of Charity are applying for a ten year permission for an educational/institutional/residential development on their 7.336hectares (18.03acre) site at St. Joseph's Centre for Children with Visual Impairment. The lands are now occupied by St Joseph's Centre which incorporates Drumcondra Castle, a national monument (DU 18-015/01-04), and lie within the curtilage and attendant grounds of St Joseph's, including the Lodge, Entrance Gates, Piers and Ironworks which are protected structures (RPS Ref No. 3264). The proposals comprise: demolition of central 18th century garden wall; two 19th century brick outbuildings in service yard; garden gate and railings; 1915 workshops; late 20th century concrete block outbuilding in walled garden; stairs and 20th century additions to Drumcondra Castle; 1882 single storey kitchen, mid 20th century three-storey extension, 1984 stairs and lift to the 1882 WH Byrne building; 1962 primary school in walled garden; 1960 family resource centre building; 1960 Gentili House and 1980 Rosmini House. Also work to existing buildings and artifacts. 15/01/10.

Planning Notes (01st February 2010)

Le Cheile, Collins Avenue East, Donnycarney, Dublin 5. Donnycarney Community & Youth Centre Ltd. (App. No. 2057/10. Application for permission. To erect electrical scrolling LED messaging sign below the existing signage at the north elevation of the building. The technical structure of the display is as follows: 32 x 320 pixels, Colour: red, Display dimensions 640mm x 6400mm. 18/01/10. Regency Airport Hotel, Swords Road, Dublin, 9. Regan Development Ltd. Application No. 2058/10 for retention permission. To retain the alteration in the number of spaces in the car parking area to the rear from 286 car parking spaces and 8 coach parking spaces previously approved to its present number of 208 car parking spaces and 7 coach parking spaces. 18/01/10. 198 & 204, Grace Park Road, Dublin 9. Tiffen Developments Ireland Ltd. Application No. 3473/09. Decision: GRANT PERMISSION. The development will consist of the demolition of two habitable dwellings, nos 198 & 204 Grace Park Road and the construction of 19 no. 3 bedroom two storey and two and a half story dwellings (with velux windows) (highest point from ground floor level 9.4m) in detached and terraced form. 8 no. dwellings will front onto Grace Park Road with direct access onto Grace Park Road while a new vehicular entrance onto Grace Park Road will serve 11 no. dwellings to the rear of the site with communal parking (20 no. spaces). The development includes all associated site development works, all open space areas, landscaping and boundary treatments. 21/01/10. 5 Crescent Cottages, Station Road, Raheny, Dublin 5. Reverend Jim Carroll, (Rector of All Saints Church). Application No. 4292/09. Decision: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. PROTECTED STRUCTURE - The development will consist of demolition of existing lean to extension at rear and for the construction of a new bedroom, kitchen, toilet, internal upgrading of existing bungalow with external patio to rear. 20/01/10. 193-195, Howth Road, Clontarf, Dublin 3. Damien Reville & Paul Dempsey. Application No. 4104/09. Appeal notified: Written evidence. The development comprises general practitioner medical suites; nursing treatment; physiotherapy; home help and associated medical and administration services (Gross Internal Floor Area 1955 sq.m) and underground car parking within a one, two and three storey building over basement with ancillary landscaping and site works. Vehicular access /egress onto Howth Road as per existing approved permission Ref: 5815/07 & 4933/08.

Planning Notes (12th January 2010)

St Monica’s Youth Resource Centre, Tonlegee Road, Dublin 5. Edenmore Day Care Nursery Limited. (App. No. 2011/10). Application for permission. Planning permission for a two storey (height 7.5m, area 489sqm) to provide accommodation for a children's preschool service on part of the site. The site for the building is in a location fronting onto Woodbine Road and the vehicular access is from Tonlegee Road. 04/01/10. 189, Clontarf Road/ Church Gate Avenue, Clontarf, Dublin 3. Dr. Joseph Houlihan. (App. No. 2025/10). Application for permission. Planning permission is sought for a change of use from residential use of an apartment on the first floor to a dental surgery/ ancillary dental surgery use and building of small compressor store at the rear of a two storey, mid-terraced house with a two-storey return to the rear. 08/01/10. Fairview Family Practice, 17, Fairview Strand, Dublin 3. Mel Bates & Patricia Carmody. (App. No. 4199/09). Decision: REFUSE PERMISSION. For retention use as medical practice, of part of existing premises for which previous planning permission was granted for medical surgery and permission for a single storey extension to the rear of the premises for use as consulting rooms, associted with the medical practice. 04/01/10. Former Grand Cinema, 396-402, Collins Avenue, Whitehall, Dublin 9. Cowra Ltd. 4492/09. Application declared invalid. See below for original application details. 05/01/10 Le Chéile, Collins Avenue East, Donnycarney, Dublin 5. 4494/09. Application declared invalid. See below for original application details. 05/01/10. The Players Lounge, 47-49, Fairview Strand, Dublin 3. John Stokes. Appeal notified. 4077/09. Appeal type: Written evidence. RETENTION - permission sought for (1) An open yard area of approx. 85sqm has been part covered by a retractable awning to an extent of approx. 50sqm at the rear of this area is used as a smoking area. (2) A covered area of approx. 55sqm with an open side onto the yard above is being used as a seating / drinking area at the rear of, and is used as smoking area. (3) An enclosed area of approx 45sqm is being used as a bar/dispensing area at the rear of, this area contains seating, tables and gaming machines and is generally floored and decorated as a bar all at the rear of 'The Players Lounge' 47-49, Fairview Strand, Dublin 3.

Planning Notes (07th January 2010)

198 & 204, Grace Park Road, Dublin 9. Tiffen Developments Ireland Ltd. (App. No. 3473/09). Application for permission. Additional information received. The development will consist of the demolition of two habitable dwellings, nos. 198 & 204 Grace Park Road and the construction of 19 no. 3 bedroom two storey and two and a half story dwellings (with velux windows) (highest point from ground floor level 9.4m) in detached and terraced form. 8 no. dwellings will front onto Grace Park Road with direct access onto Grace Park Road while a new vehicular entrance onto Grace Park Road will serve 11 no. dwellings to the rear of the site with communal parking (20 no. spaces). The development includes all associated site development works, all open space areas, landscaping and boundary treatments. 16/12/09. Former Grand Cinema, 396-402, Collins Avenue, Whitehall, Dublin 9. Cowra Ltd. (App. No. 4492/09).Application for permission. The development consists of (a) demolition of former cinema building while retaining front facade and reinstating front canopy with balcony over (b) 2 ground floor retail units of 332.5sqm and 343.3sqm (c) two multi-purpose leisure spaces of 496.6sqm and 173.3sqm at first floor level (d) medical consultancy suites total 184.5sqm at second floor level (e) 8 residential apartments (1x 1 bed, 4x 2 bed, 3x 3 bed duplex units) each with a balcony/terrace at second, third and fourth floor level (f) underground car park for 29 spaces (g) screened plant area on roof and rear elevation (h) provision of new section of laneway at rear providing access to underground parking and facilitating pedestrian and vehicular linkage on rear lane. The proposed building would have a total floor area of 3737.8sqm and a total height of 5 storeys. 17/12/09. Collins Court, Collins Avenue, Whitehall, Dublin 9. Collins Court Management (Northside) Ltd. (App. No. 4497/09). Application for permission. Planning permission sought for a. Erection of new automated vehicular and pedestrian access gates to front. b. Raising of boundary wall to south and east boundaries by 450mm in height. c. All associated site works. 17/12/09. Le Cheile, Collins Avenue East, Donnycarney, Dublin 5. Donnycarney Community & Youth Centre Ltd. (App. No. 4494/09). Application for permission. To erect an electrical scrolling LED messaging sign below the existing signage at the north elevation of the building. The technical structure of the display is as follows: Resolution: 32 x 320 pixels, Colour: red, display dimension: 640mm x 6400mm. 17/12/09. Fairview Train Station, Clontarf, Dublin 3. Vodafone Ireland Ltd. (App. No. 4159/09). Decision: GRANT RETENTION PERMISSION. Retention for an existing 26 metre telecommunication support structure, antenna, associated equipment shelters and palisade fence. The development forms part of Vodafone Ireland Ltd. existing GSM and 3G broadband telecommunications network. 17/12/09. Site at Middle Third, Middle Third Terrace, & Abbeyfield, Killester, Dublin 5. Karina Daly & Mannix Smith. (App. No. 4182/09). Decision: GRANT PERMISSION. Planning permission for development at this 0.23 hectare (0.57acre) site. The development will consist of the demolition of the existing hall and the construction of a 2 storey 495sqm crèche with 10 no. car-parking spaces with vehicular access from Middle Third and all associated landscaping, site development and ancillary works. 18/12/09. Raheny Shopping Centre, Raheny, Dublin 5. Meteor Mobile Communications. (App. No. 4193/09). Application for retention permission. Decision: Additional information. Retention of broadband and telecommunications services consisting 3 x 1.3m broadband antennae in cylindrical stealth structures 1 x 2g omni sector 1 x 600m transmission dish and associated ancillary equipment on the roof top. 17/12/09. UNIT 33, Butterly Business Park, Kilmore Road, Dublin 5. Patrick Butterly & Sons Ltd. (App. No. 4363/09). APPLICATION DECLARED INVALID. Permission for development at a site of c.0.15ha. Permission is sought for change of use of Unit 33 Butterly Business Park from a snooker hall with bar/restaurant (previously permitted under reg. ref. 770/85) to a private members club. 17/12/09. Marist Lands (Chanel College), & Parnells GAA Clubhouse, Coolock Village, Dublin 5. The Marist Trustees. (App. No. 3563/09). Appeal type: written evidence. The subject site is behind properties on Coolock Village; Brookville Park, Chanel Road, Chanel Court, Chanel Grove, St Brendan’s Terrace and Beechlawn Grove all at Coolock Dublin 5. Planning permission to develop lands surrounding Chanel College and fronting onto Coolock Village, Dublin 5. See below for full details of application.

Planning Notes (07th January 2010)

119, Howth Road, And Parts Of The Rear Gardens Of, 65-68, St. Lawrence Road, Clontarf, Dublin 3. W.S.M. Partnership. (App. No. 4528/09). Application for permission. PROTECTED STRUCTURE: Comprising the change of use from permitted residential development (Dublin City Council Planning Ref: 6486/06 and An Bord Pleanála Ref: PL29N.222278) to hospital/healthcare facility and related uses. The development will consist of: the change of use of the permitted residential development to hospital/healthcare facility and related uses comprising a 100 no. bed hospital including the following clinical uses; maternity services, surgical (including 3 no. surgical operating theatres), phlebotomy, physiotherapy, pharmacy, x-ray/radiology department and consultants’ suites, with the following associated non-clinical facilities; administration areas, seminar room, oratory, ancillary restaurant (240sqm), shop (30sqm) and ancillary staff, storage and circulation areas. The development will occur principally within the previously permitted building footprint and envelope and will include the extension, re-configuration, modification and re-organisation of the permitted floor-space, pedestrian and vehicular access arrangements and internal circulation. The development will also include the extension of the permitted proposal by 920 sq.m above ground on lands to the rear of Nos. 66-68 St. Lawrence Road, and by 1,900 sq.m below ground on lands to the rear of nos. 66-68 St. Lawrence Road, and extensions of the permitted development by 345 sq.m below ground on the north-west side of the site, and 290 sq.m below ground on the north of the site. The permitted development will be re-organised and modified to comprise three floors above ground level and two floors (including basement car park) below ground level. The overall permitted height of the development and permitted car parking provision will be unchanged. the development will also consist of amendments to the structural grid, elevations, the re-configuration of the permitted basement car park including new access barriers and security office, new turning areas, lighting revised landscaping and boundary treatments, the provision of a combined heat and power plant (CHP) ancillary plant (including new underground air handling unit), the re-location of the previously permitted ESB sub-station, changes in level, connections of services as necessary, and ancillary site development works above and below ground. The development will also include the demolition of all existing structures on the site (as previously permitted). 21/12/09. 12, Kincora Avenue, Clontarf, Dublin 3. Catherine Devereux. (App. No. 4551/09). Application for permission. Change of use from shop to montessori school comprising extension of school floor area by incorporation of garage conversion at side to include the replacement of garage doors with external door and screen to front elevation together with internal alterations and general refurbishment works all at ground floor level. 23/12/09. Killester Shopping Centre, Howth Road, Killester, Dublin 5. A & G Crowe and G & C Houlihan. (App. No. 4559/09). Application for permission. Provision of a single storey ESB sub-station and switch room (21sqm.) to the rear of the site with all associated site works. 23/12/09. Unit 33, Butterly Business Park, Kilmore Road, Artane, Dublin 5. Patrick Butterly & Sons Ltd. (App. No. 4565/09). Application for permission. Permission is sought for change of use from a snooker hall with bar/restaurant (previously permitted under reg. ref. 770/85) to a private members club. The proposed development (626sqm) comprises of a foyer area, general gaming area, 3no. private game rooms, a bar and kitchen. Ancillary facilities will include toilets and changing facilities, offices, cashier and count rooms and store areas. A sheltered external terrace (27sqm) is also proposed. The front (west) elevation of the building and west elevation of the adjoining Unit 35 is to be revised and will include an overhead canopy and 2 no. signage plaques (0.5sqm each). The existing fire escape route is to be decommissioned on the north elevation and openings blocked off. A new fire escape door is proposed on the east elevation. The existing external access stairs to mezzanine level to adjoining building (Unit 32) is to be removed. A barrier is proposed along the western circulation route within the Butterly Business Park. 12 no. car parking spaces and 10 no. bicycle parking spaces are proposed. Works to include all site development and ancillary works, all on a site of approx. 0.15ha. Abbey Building Contractors Ltd, & Novas Arlington Ireland. 18, Fairview Avenue Lower & Fairview Terrace, Dublin 3. Abbey Building Contractors Ltd, & Novas Arlington Ireland. (App. No. 5735/07). Appeal decision: REFUSE PERMISSION. Previous planning application no. 4129/05. The development will consist of the clearing of the existing site including demolition of 2 no. existing sheds and remains of original house and the construction of independent living units in two blocks; lower ground residents garden, balconies to units, and ancillary site developments; 4 storey heights. Block A comprising 6 no. five bedroom group living units and ancillary staff and communal facilities in 4 storeys (3 storeys over lower ground / basement level). Entry from Fairview Avenue Lower. Block B comprising 2 no. 4 bedroom group homes (1st & 2nd floor levels) and 12 no. 1 bedroom apartments in 4 storeys (3 storeys over lower ground / basement level) 4 no. surface car park spaces, 21 cycle spaces, bin store & entrance from Fairview Terrace. Total 12 no. apartments, 6 no. group living units, to accommodate max 50 residents. 22/12/09.

Planning Notes (17th December 2009)

St. Joseph's Centre For Children With Visual Impairment, Grace Park Road, Drumcondra, Dublin 9. Trustees of Rosminian Institute Charity. (App. No. 3095/09). Additional information received. PROTECTED STRUCTURE - The Trustees of the Rosminian Institute of Charity are applying for a ten year permission for an educational/institutional/residential development on their 7.336hectares (18.03acre) site at St. Joseph's Centre for Children with Visual Impairment. The lands are now occupied by St Joseph's Centre which incorporates Drumcondra Castle, a national monument (DU 18-015/01-04), and lie within the curtilage and attendant grounds of St Joseph's, including the Lodge, Entrance Gates, Piers and Ironworks which are protected structures (RPS Ref No. 3264). The proposals comprise: demolition of central 18th century garden wall; two 19th century brick outbuildings in service yard; garden gate and railings; 1915 workshops; late 20th century concrete block outbuilding in walled garden; stairs and 20th century additions to Drumcondra Castle; 1882 single storey kitchen, mid 20th century three-storey extension, 1984 stairs and lift to the 1882 WH Byrne building; 1962 primary school in walled garden; 1960 family resource centre building; 1960 Gentili House and 1980 Rosmini House. Also work to existing buildings and artifacts outlined. Part Of site Of, St. Monica's Youth Resource Centre, Tonlegee Road, Dublin 5. Edenmore Day Care Nursery Limited. (App. No. 4421/09). Application for permission. For a two storey building (Height 7.5m area, 489 sq.m) to provide accommodation for a children's pre-school service on part of the site. the site for building is in a location fronting onto Woodbine Road, Dublin 5 and the vehicular access is from Tonlegee Road, Dublin 5. 07/12/09. 162, Clontarf Road, Clontarf, Dublin 3. Priority Drilling Ltd. (App. No. 4098/09). Decision: Additional information. The development will consist of the following; 1. Demolition of an existing 2 storey flat roofed office building with total ground floor area of 186 sq.m and first floor area of 186 sq.m 2. For the construction of a new part 3 storey mixed use building with a ground floor footprint area of 212 sq.m, consisting of a 170 sq.m ground floor office unit with own door access to the front with apartment circulation areas and enclosed refuse storage area to the side and rear. Total of 3 no. apartments comprising 2 no. 3 bed apartments at first floor level, with floor areas of 80 sq.m and 79 sq.m and 1 no. 3 bed apartment at second floor level, with a floor area of 126sq.m. The building will incorporate a flat roof, glazed winter garden balconies to the front with selected brick and render finishes to all elevations. 3. The construction of a new lift shaft with links to the apartment entrance lobbies which will serve only the first and second floor apartments. 4. The provision of all ancillary site development works. 10/12/09. 193-195, Howth Road, Clontarf, Dublin 3. Damien Reville & Paul Dempsey. (App. No. 4104/09). Decision: GRANT PERMISSION. The development comprises general practitioner medical suites; nursing treatment; physiotherapy; home help and associated medical and administration services (Gross Internal Floor Area 1955 sq.m) and underground car parking within a one, two and three storey building over basement with ancillary landscaping and site works. Vehicular access/egress onto Howth Road as per existing approved permission Ref: 5815/07 & 4933/08. 10/12/09. St. Vincent's Hospital, Convent Avenue, Richmond Road, Fairview, Dublin 3. (App. No. 4147/09). Decision: GRANT PERMISSION. PROTECTED STRUCTURE-Planning permission is being sought for the removal of 1no. parking space and the provision of a standby electrical generator and surrounding fence beside the existing ESB substation along an access road to the south west of St. Vincent's Hospital which is a protected structure ref. no. 2058. 11/12/09. 3196/09 18, Fairview Avenue Lower, & Fairview Terrace, Fairview, Dublin 3. Abbey Building Contractors. (App. No.3196/09). Appeal type: Written evidence. The development will consist of the clearing of the existing site including demolition of 2 no. existing sheds and remains of original house and the construction of independent living units in two blocks; lower ground residents garden, balconies to units and ancillary site developments; 4 storey heights block A comprising 5 no. five bedroom group living units, 1 no. four bedroom group living unit and ancillary staff and communal facilities in 4 storeys (3 storeys over lower ground/basement level). Entry from Fairview Terrace block B comprising 4 no. 3 bedroom group homes and 10 no. 1 bedroom apartments in 4 storeys (3 storeys over lower ground/basement level) roof terraces, 6 no. staff surface car park spaces, 15 cycle spaces, bin store and entrance from Fairview terrace. Total 10 no. apartments, 10 no. group living units, to accommodate max 51 residents. 15, Vernon Avenue, Clontarf, Dublin 3. Niamh Canavan. (App. No. 2978/09). Appeal decision: GRANT PERMISSION. For the change of use of existing basement from residential use to cookery school as a home based activity. 10/12/09.

Planning Notes (11th December 2009)

High Park, Grace Park Road, Drumcondra, Dublin 9. Respond Housing Association. (App. No. 4050/09). Decision: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. Permission for development at High Park, Grace Park Road, Drumcondra, Dublin 9, a portion of which may become a proposed protected structure, consisting of - The demolition of existing 2 storey derelict building at Martanna House and derelict 1, 2 & 3 storey buildings to the side and rear of the former convent at High Park, Grace Park Road, formerly used for institutional residential & ancillary usage, the redevelopment of the existing site entrance at Martanna House & construction of a new separate entrance at Grace Park Road. To include the development of 150 apartments. 01/12/09. 201, Philipsburgh Avenue, Marino, Dublin 3. Francis Donegan & Alan Walshe. (App. No. 4256/09). APPLICATION DECLARED INVALID. Planning permission is sought for amendments to previously approved planning grant ref. 2672/09 comprising of alterations to shop front and erection of external roller shutters. 30/11/09.