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Irish Times
6 hours ago
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- Irish Times
Smyth's pub in Dublin 4 set to be demolished and replaced by apartments and a new bar
An Coimisiún Pleanála (ACP) has given the green light for plans to demolish a Smyth's pub on Haddington Road and replace it with a bar and apartments despite locals' fears of a 'superpub' being developed. The appeals board has granted planning permission despite concerns expressed by the Pembroke Road Association and by R John McBratney and others in their appeals lodged against the decision to grant by Dublin City Council to Courtney Lounge Bars Ltd. This entity now has permission to demolish all existing buildings on site at 10 Haddington Road and construct a four-storey and part five-storey mixed-use building comprising a pub at basement level and ground floor, and six residential units on the upper floors. In the case, ACP has granted permission for the scheme due to its proximity to a wide range of community services and social facilities, the existing pattern and character of development in the vicinity, and the design, scale and layout of the proposed development. READ MORE [ Dublin 4 residents bring renewed objections to Smyth's pub renovation Opens in new window ] The board stated that subject to conditions, the proposed development 'would constitute an acceptable quantum of development in this accessible urban location, and would not seriously injure the residential or visual amenities of the area or detract from its character or built heritage'. The board has ordered that the pub's outdoor seating area shut at 10pm each night as part of the conditions attached. The board granted permission after its inspector in the case, Ian Boyle, concluded that 'the design approach adopted by the applicant demonstrates sufficient privacy and residential amenity will continue to be afforded to adjoining and nearby properties'. As part of his 44-page report, Mr Boyle concluded that 'the proposed higher density mixed-use development would make a positive contribution towards the evolving urban character of this urban area'. Mr Boyle stated that 'the new customer area would be marginally smaller than the corresponding area for the existing licensed premises- 140 sqm existing vs 134 sqm proposed. He said the modern fit out of the new pub would be required to provide enhanced sound insulation consistent with present-day building regulations. 'This would lead to a reduction in noise levels generated during busy periods by blocking or absorbing sound waves. This would benefit existing nearby homes and residents, but also the future occupants of the above apartments,' he said. In response to the plans initially lodged, the Pembroke Rd Association told the council that 'a local pub can be a wonderful social amenity in a mixed residential area, as Smyth's has been over the years, but a 'super' pub in the same type of area is a problem'.
BreakingNews.ie
8 hours ago
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- BreakingNews.ie
Demolition of Smyth's pub in D4 gets go-ahead despite locals' super-pub fears
An Coimisiún Pleanála (ACP) has given the green light for plans to demolish a 'D4 gem', Smyth's pub on Haddington Rd and replace it with a pub and apartments despite locals' 'superpub' fears. ACP has granted planning permission despite concerns expressed by the Pembroke Road Association and by R. John McBratney and others in their appeals lodged against the decision to grant by Dublin City Council to Courtney Lounge Bars Ltd. Advertisement Courtney Lounge Bars Ltd now has permission to demolish all existing buildings on site at 10 Haddington Rd and construct a four-storey and part five-storey mixed-use building comprising a pub at basement and ground floor and six residential units at the upper floors. In the case, ACP has granted planning permission for the scheme due to its proximity to a wide range of community services and social facilities, the existing pattern and character of development in the vicinity, and the design, scale and layout of the proposed development. The board stated that, subject to conditions, the proposed development 'would constitute an acceptable quantum of development in this accessible urban location, and would not seriously injure the residential or visual amenities of the area or detract from its character or built heritage'. The board has ordered that the pub's outdoor seating area shut at 10pm each night as part of the conditions attached. Advertisement The planning commission has granted planning permission after its inspector in the case, Ian Boyle concluded that 'the design approach adopted by the applicant demonstrates sufficient privacy and residential amenity will continue to be afforded to adjoining and nearby properties'. As part of his 44-page report, Mr Boyle concluded that 'the proposed higher density mixed-use development would make a positive contribution towards the evolving urban character of this urban area'. Mr Boyle stated that 'the new customer area would be marginally smaller than the corresponding area for the existing licensed premises - 140 sqm existing vs 134 sqm proposed. He said that the modern fit-out of the new pub would also be required to provide enhanced sound insulation consistent with present-day building regulations. Advertisement He said: 'This would lead to a reduction in noise levels generated during busy periods by blocking or absorbing sound waves. This would benefit existing nearby homes and residents, but also the future occupants of the above apartments.' In response to the plans initially lodged, the Pembroke Rd Association told the council that "a local pub can be a wonderful social amenity in a mixed residential area, as Smyth's has been over the years, but a 'super' pub in the same type of area is a problem'. In his original objection, Mr R. John McBratney contended that: 'It is a substantial intensification of the use of the site. I note the application is silent as to why the pub serving area needs to be increased further.' A resident on Percy Place, Mr McBratney stated that: 'The proposed development would radically change what is known as Smyth's pub and create a five-storey building with protruding balconies and a roof terrace which would overbear the houses in Percy Place.
BBC News
a day ago
- Business
- BBC News
Suffolk A12 quarry plan approved after delays and challenges
Plans for a new quarry that attracted 263 objections have been backed by a County Council discussed plans to build a 36-hectare (89-acre) quarry on land at Brockley Wood, just off the A12 near Belstead, on plans had previously been approved last year, but were subject to a successful legal challenge and resubmitted. A decision on the re-submitted plans had been delayed to allow for extra consultation, after part of the site was designated as a conservation area. However, they were ultimately given planning permission. The quarry was proposed alongside a waste screening and crushing the lifetime of the application there were 263 objections raised, the Local Democracy Reporting Service included impacts on the landscape, noise and from parish councils in Bentley and Copdock and Washbrook said the quarry would be totally inappropriate, unenforceable, and had been mismanaged and misconceived from the Hill KC, a barrister, said the community had been left horrified and called for the crushing plant to be completely removed. Neil Ward, of NWA Planning, addressed concerns on behalf of the applicant by saying the proposals would secure 50 long-term jobs in the area and be a major contributor to the county's aggregate stressed the development was in the ideal location to limit lorry traffic and environmental calls for the crushing plant to be removed, Mr Ward said having waste management facilities at mineral sites was needed to minimise traffic movements.A new conservation area was established by Babergh District Council in April and meant the developer had to consider extra planning considerations and analysing new information submitted by Brockley Wood Ventures, which included an extra heritage assessment and updates to the environmental statement and traffic assessment, officers still felt the benefits outweighed the potential final vote was to grant planning permission, with eight votes for and three a compromise, councillors agreed to include a condition limiting the operation of the crushing plant to between 08:00 and 16:00, Monday to Friday. Follow Suffolk news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X.
Irish Times
a day ago
- Business
- Irish Times
Dublin Airport manager refused permission to demolish parking ramps beside Terminal 1
An Coimisiún Pleanála has refused planning permission for the operator of Dublin Airport to demolish spiral parking ramps on 'an extremely valuable site' at the hub. The decision upholds a planning refusal issued by Fingal Co Council earlier this year to DAA. In its decision, ACP concluded that the spiral ramps are part of the architectural heritage of Dublin Airport and form part of the existing approach to Dublin Airport's T1. ACP found that the demolition of the ramps 'would diminish the visual amenity on approach to T1 and expose the crude architectural detailing of the existing structures to the rear of the spirals, including the prominent architectural elements of the energy centre currently screened by the spiral car park ramps and as such would erode the character of the area'. READ MORE The planning commission also refused planning permission after pointing out that the spirals were constructed as part of the then new T1 in 1972 and their concrete finish reflect a distinctive architectural look typical of the brutalist period. The commission stated that notwithstanding the fact that the spirals are not a protected structure, it is considered that the spirals are of technical and architectural merit by virtue of their brutalist design, associated concrete construction and their unique architectural form and shape which reflect a distinctive feature adjacent to the T1 building'. The order – signed off by commissioner, Paul Caprani – stated that therefore, in the absence of evidence and appropriate rationale or justification, the proposed demolition of the spiral ramps is considered contrary to policies in the Fingal County Development Plan relating to the protection of architectural heritage. In its appeal, DAA said that permitting its proposals to demolish spiral parking ramps now at T1 'will unlock a critical development opportunity at the core of the Dublin Airport campus'. Chief commercial and development officer, Vincent Harrison told the appeals commission that DAA considers 'the removal of redundant, deteriorating structures within the airport campus is a necessary and strategic confirmation of the importance of unlocking future airport development potential'. Mr Harrison states that 'what is clear is that the application site, lying as it does centrally between two national airport terminals and at the heart of the eastern campus, makes it an extremely valuable site, particularly in the context of a limited and finite land resource'. On Wednesday, a spokesman for DAA said: 'We are surprised and disappointed by ACP's decision as the spiral ramps were not identified as significant heritage assets in previous architectural reviews or national surveys and have not been included on the record of protected structures, which was most recently updated as part of the Fingal Development Plan 2023–2029. He said: 'The spiral ramps have not been in use for many years and their structural condition has deteriorated over time. Removing them was part of our plan to enhance the airport's infrastructure and ensure the highest standards of safety and efficiency for all our passengers and employees. We will review the decision in detail and consider next steps.'
BBC News
2 days ago
- Business
- BBC News
Durham County Council approves HMO rules
New planning rules which make it tougher for landlords to convert properties into shared housing have been Durham County Council has supported a proposal to introduce an Article 4 Direction, which requires owners to apply for planning permission when converting properties into Homes in Multiple Occupation (HMO).Currently, properties for between three and six occupants can be converted without planning permission. Campaigners said they were "absolutely thrilled" and added the changes would help to improve people's quality of life, following an increase in HMOs in certain areas. "This is going to be huge for the community, because people will now be able to know if the house next door is HMO, because they'll be notified," said Matthew Tough, the secretary of East Durham Communities Standing Together group, which has been calling for more regulations."They'll get a chance to object. If there's any parking concerns in the street, they'll be noted and recorded."Councillor Lyndsey Fox, cabinet member for economy and partnerships, said there had been a "steady increase" in HMOs outside of Durham City over the past few years, with the number rising more significantly since 2021."Residents have expressed concerns that the increase in HMOs is negatively impacting residential amenity and local character," Fox said. "In these circumstances, it is considered an Article 4 is needed to enable the proper planning of the county to maintain mixed and balanced communities by requiring planning applications to be submitted for HMO use." 'A lot safer' Article 4 regulations are currently in place in areas around Durham City popular with students, the Local Democracy Reporting Service East Durham Communities Standing Together group had warned an expansion of the rules was needed, as some of the county's most deprived areas were being targeted by private Tough added the county council would now be able to scrutinise proposed designs and call applications to committee so it could be debated."They can ensure that it's going to be safe for all parties involved - the tenants, the community. It'll just be a lot safer for everybody involved," he Nicola Lyons, cabinet member for neighbourhoods and environment, added that HMOs could provide an affordable form of accommodation for a wide range of groups."However, an overconcentration of this type of housing can have a negative impact on day-to-day life for communities, often because of issues such as increased noise, the general appearance of properties, refuse management, and parking issues," she new measures were approved at a cabinet meeting on Monday. A public consultation will be held before a final decision is made later this year. Follow BBC North East on X, Facebook, Nextdoor and Instagram.
