1. Retention permission comprises of external alteration works to the facades…

Proposed development

1. Retention permission comprises of external alteration works to the facades and internal works to the protected structure which includes for internal partitions and general building refurbishment and adaptation works. 2. The development seeking permission comprises of: (i) Change of use of the Ferdia Arms (protected structure reference 13823038) to provide for use of the building to a facility that will provide accommodation for Beneficiaries of Temporary Accommodation. (ii) Associated works will include for provision of guest accommodation bedrooms, provision of a reception area, a lounge area, a communal room, dining area, toilet and sanitary facilities, plant room, laundry facilities and associated internal works to include for storage rooms. (iii) Works to be carried out to the buildings consist of new window and door openings within the courtyard along with replastering works where required to external facades. (iv) The provision of replacement windows on the external façade of the Ferdia Arms aligning Barrett’s Lane. The proposed works relate to the protected structure within the site; Ferdia Arms protected structure reference 13823038

What happens next

The decision has been appealed to An Coimisiún Pleanála. The appeal outcome replaces the council decision.

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