Royal Dublin Society (RDS) Grounds, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4

Feb 26 2025

Application Received

Apr 17 2025

Decision

Apr 22 2025

Decision Due

May 22 2025

Granted

Submitted: 26 / 02 / 2025
Dublin City Council
Application Type:
Permission
Application Status:
Decision Notice Issued
Council Decision:
GRANT PERMISSION (Granted)

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Development Description:

PROTECTED STRUCTURE: Royal Dublin Society intends to apply for permission for development at a site within the Royal Dublin Society (RDS) Grounds, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4. Protected Structure: The development will consist of amendments to an ESB substation, permitted under register reference 3937/23 and 2142/24. The proposed amendments to the permitted substation include: • Minor amendments to the substation layout, resulting in a Gross Floor Area (GFA) increase from c. 28.9sq.m to c. 36sq.m (c. 7.1sq.m GFA increase); • Relocation of permitted substation access platform and associated stairway and railings from the eastern elevation to the southern elevation of the substation; • Flipping of the permitted access to the substation from Anglesea Road on the western boundary of the site; and • Relocation and reuse of an existing gate connecting the RDS grounds to Anglesea Road along the western boundary of the site. There is no increase to the parapet height of the substation as permitted (c. 4.3m).

Nearby Applications:

Distance:	Received:	Decision:	Development Address:	Development Description:
260m	19/05/2026	N/A	Royal Dublin Society (RDS) Lands,, Merrion Road, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4, D04 AK83	PROTECTED STRUCTURE: Royal Dublin Society (RDS) intends to apply for permission for development on RDS Lands, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4. The overall RDS lands are located to the south of Merrion Road between Anglesea Road and Simmonscourt Road and between Simmonscourt Road and Shrewsbury Road and also include part of Simmonscourt Road. The RDS complex includes a number of structures which are protected structures. The development will consist of alterations to existing vehicular gates and gate piers (known as Gate A & B) which are protected structures, located on the Merrion Road comprising , increasing the width of Gate A by circa 2056mm and associated relocation of gate pier, increasing the width of Gate B by circa 1629mm and associated relocation of gate pier. And including all associated site works.	Details...
210m	09/04/2026	N/A	Royal Dublin Society (RDS) Grounds, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4	PROTECTED STRUCTURE: The development will consist of the installation of a c.46.665 sqm sign on the north elevation of the new Anglesea Stand permitted under Reg. Refs. 3937/23 and 2142/24, displaying the name ‘LayaArena’. The highest point of the sign will be approximately +21.61m above ordnance datum. The individual letters will measure up to 3.05m height and will be internally illuminated from dusk. The overall width of the sign will be 15.3m.	Details...
350m	07/04/2026	N/A	Shelbourne Court, Shelbourne Lane, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4	October Management Ltd. intend to apply for permission for development on a site of c. 0.0437 ha, comprising an extension to the existing apartment building from 4th floor level at Shelbourne Court, Shelbourne Lane, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4. The development comprises the following: A) The extension of the existing apartment block at Shelbourne Court from 5 storeys over basement level to 7 storeys over basement level; and B) The provision of 4 no. additional apartment units, with private amenity space in the form of balconies, with access from the existing stair and lift cores servicing Shelbourne Court. The proposed units comprise 2 no. 2 bedroom units, and 2 no. 3 bedroom units. Increased bicycle parking will be provided to service the proposed additional units. C) The proposal also includes all site development works necessary to facilitate the proposed extension and development of the building, including minor façade alterations to the building to accommodate the proposed additional storeys. The total number of apartments within the development will be increased from 17 no. units to 21 no. units. There are no changes proposed to the living accommodation of the existing residential units, to communal open space, parking facilities, or the entrance access arrangements within the Shelbourne Court development.	Details...
350m	01/04/2026	APPLICATION DECLARED INVALID	Shelbourne Court, Shelbourne Lane, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4	October Management Ltd. intend to apply for permission for development on a site of c. 0.0437 ha, comprising an extension to the existing apartment building from 4th floor level at Shelbourne Court, Shelbourne Lane, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4. The development comprises the following: A) The extension of the existing apartment block at Shelbourne Court from 5 storeys over basement level to 7 storeys over basement level; and B) The provision of 4 no. additional apartment units, with private amenity space in the form of balconies, with access from the existing stair and lift cores servicing Shelbourne Court. The proposed units comprise 2 no. 2 bedroom units, and 2 no. 3 bedroom units. Increased bicycle parking will be provided to service the proposed additional units. C) The proposal also includes all site development works necessary to facilitate the proposed extension and development of the building, including minor façade alterations to the building to accommodate the proposed additional storeys. The total number of apartments within the development will be increased from 17 no. units to 21 no. units. There are no changes proposed to the living accommodation of the existing residential units, to communal open space, parking facilities, or the entrance access arrangements within the Shelbourne Court development.	Details...
460m	25/03/2026	GRANT PERMISSION	41, Serpentine Avenue, Dublin 4, D04 W8Y9	The development will consist of the provision of a 3m wide vehicular entrance to the front of the property, the construction of a dormer window in the main roof to the rear of the house, the construction of two rooflights in the main roof to the front of the house and all associated site works.	Details...
190m	27/02/2026	GRANT PERMISSION	At nos. 36, 38 and 40 Herbert Park and 10 Pembroke Place, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4	Derryroe Limited intends to apply for Permission for Large-Scale Residential Development, at this site (c. 0.5 ha), at nos. 36, 38 and 40 Herbert Park and 10 Pembroke Place, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4. The site is principally bounded by Herbert Park (road) to the west, Herbert Park (public park) to the south, the Herbert Park Hotel and Aparthotel to the east, and Pembroke Place to the north. The proposed development comprises minor internal design amendments to consented Strategic Housing Development ABP-307197-20 (SHD0008/20/X2), as amended by LRD6035/24-S3. The proposed modifications to the consented scheme comprise the replacement of 12no. permitted apartment floor plans (6no. 1-bed, 6no 2-bed) with 6no. 3- bed apartment floor plans (total), accommodated from L00-L05 (inclusive), at the southern corner of Block C, within the same permitted apartment building footprint and elevations. This results in a reduction in the overall total number of apartment units from 101no. to 95no., with no change to the scale or external appearance of the permitted apartment building or to the permitted site development works. This application concerns proposed amendments to consented Large-Scale Residential Development as defined under Section 2 of the Planning & Development Act 2000, as amended. The application may be inspected online at the following website: www.herbertparklrdamendments.com	Details...
360m	17/12/2025	GRANT PERMISSION	5, Clyde Road, Dublin 4, D04 W292	PROTECTED STRUCTURE: Planning permission is sought for external conservation works to consist of repointing existing brickwork to front and side elevation and chimneys, repair and restoration works to the existing stone work to front and side facades and all ancillary works to facilitate the conservation works for the (protected structure ref. no.1957).	Details...
0m	05/12/2025	GRANT PERMISSION	Royal Dublin Society (RDS) Grounds, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4	PROTECTED STRUCTURE: Royal Dublin Society intends to apply for permission for development at this site at: Royal Dublin Society (RDS) Grounds, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4. Protected Structure: The development will consist of development and amendments to development permitted under Reg. Ref. 3937/23 as amended by Reg. Refs. 2142/24, and WEB1374/25. The proposed amendments will include : Relocation of permitted pedestrian route c. 2m south of existing location within site to accommodate sufficient space for installation of new transformer and associated screening enclosure. Relocation of permitted pedestrian access gate from existing location on Anglesea Road (R815) c. 2m south along site boundary wall on Anglesea Road to align with proposed amendments to pedestrian route. Revised landscape proposals. The proposed development will include: Installation of a new 6.25 sq.m transformer (2.5m length and width, 2.2m height atop 200mm concrete plinth for total height 2.4m) south of the ESB substation (as permitted under Reg. Ref. 3937/23 as amended by Reg. Refs. 2142/24 and WEB1374/25). Installation of 2 no. rigid metal mesh gates and fencing (c. 2.8m height) screening enclosure for transformer along south and east boundary of transformer and substation. Installation of full screen (c. 2.65m height) planters along west site boundary adjacent screening enclosure for transformer, and mid screen (c. 2m height) planters along south and east boundary of transformer screening enclosure and substation. All site works. There are no proposed works to the ESB substation.	Details...
500m	01/12/2025	N/A	Pembroke Wanderers HC, 27A Serpentine Avenue, Dublin 4, D04 T329	The proposed development will consist of the construction of 3 No. Padel courts: 1 open court and 2 courts covered with a canopy, perimeter wall as well as associated lighting, drainage and works to the existing carpark along with all associated demolition, alterations and siteworks.	Details...
360m	25/11/2025	GRANT RETENTION PERMISSION	Simmonstown House, 2 Sydenham Road, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4	Permanent retention of 1) use of house and annexe as bed and breakfast accomodation 2) 3 storey extension to rear of house 3) infill porch to front of house 4) pedestrian and vehicular access gates to rear garden from adjoining laneway/right of way 5) internal alterations and 6) conversion of former garage to annexe accomodation for use in conjuction with main house .	Details...
500m	24/11/2025	APPLICATION DECLARED INVALID	Pembroke Wanderers HC, 27A Serpentine Avenue, Dublin 4, D04 T329	The proposed development will consist of the construction of 3 No. Padel courts: 1 open court and 2 courts covered with a canopy, perimeter wall as well as associated lighting, drainage and works to the existing carpark along with all associated demolition, alterations and siteworks.	Details...
280m	04/09/2025	GRANT PERMISSION	43 Dodder View Cottages, Dublin 4, D04 H9P1	The proposed development will consist of: 1. Demolition of existing single-storey flat roof extension to the rear. 2. Removal of existing chimney stack. 3. Removal of existing roof section to the rear with proposed replacement flat roof dormer with rooflight on attic level. 4. Proposed two Storey extension with flat roof and rooflight to the rear. 5. Proposed removal of existing pedestrian gate and replaced with new pedestrian gate in new position to south boundary. 6. Proposed amendments to all elevations. 7. Proposed internal reconfigurations and all associated site works.	Details...
280m	01/09/2025	APPLICATION DECLARED INVALID	43 Dodder View Cottages, Dublin 4, D04 H9P1	The development will consist/consists of: 1. Demolition of existing single-storey flat roof extension to the rear. 2. Removal of existing chimney stack. 3. Removal of existing roof section to the rear with proposed replacement flat roof dormer with rooflight on attic level. 4. Proposed two Storey extension with flat roof and rooflight to the rear. 5. Proposed removal of existing pedestrian gate and replaced with new pedestrian gate in new position to south boundary. 6. Proposed amendments to all elevations. 7. Proposed internal reconfigurations and all associated site works.6	Details...
460m	29/08/2025	GRANT PERMISSION	Unit 3 New Pembroke Street, No. 1 Ballsbridge, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4	Permission is sought for the change of use of Unit 3, New Pembroke Street in the Number One Ballsbridge development, bounded by Pembroke Street and Shelbourne Road, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4. The development involves a change of use at ground and mezzanine level, from approved licenced restaurant with an ancillary take out area use (Reg. Ref. 4425/18) to medical use, comprising of patient reception space, medical consultation rooms and treatment spaces.	Details...
460m	25/08/2025	APPLICATION DECLARED INVALID	Unit 3 New Pembroke Street, No. 1 Ballsbridge, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4	CHANGE OF USE: Permission is sought for the change of use of Unit 3, New Pembroke Street in the Number One Ballsbridge development, bounded by Pembroke Street and Shelbourne Road, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4. The development involves a change of use at ground and mezzanine level, from approved licenced restaurant with an ancillary take out area use (Reg. Ref. 4425/18) to medical use, comprising of patient reception space, medical consultation rooms and treatment spaces.	Details...
280m	29/07/2025	GRANT PERMISSION	Ballsbridge Post Office, Shelbourne Road, Dublin 4, D04 E038	PROTECTED STRUCTURE: Change of use from former Post Office, a two storey protected structure (625sqm), to licensed bar restaurant with retail & gallery (606sqm). The proposal will involve removal of a lean-to roof and demolition of external storage (19sqm); lowering of cills at both levels and breaking out of one opening to provide new door at first floor level; and building up of walls on southern boundary up to first floor level, all along the side passage/south elevation; provision of new external stairs and terrace to the south side and rear. Repair works to roof, rainwater goods, windows & doors, repointing of brickwork, minor interior alterations, fit out and provision of signage, and all associated services and site works.	Details...
280m	24/07/2025	APPLICATION DECLARED INVALID	Former Ballsbridge Post Office, Shelbourne Road, Dublin 4	PROTECTED STRUCTURE: Change of use from former Post Office, a two storey protected structure (625sqm), to licensed bar restaurant with retail & gallery (606sqm). The proposal will involve removal of a lean-to roof and demolition of external storage (19sqm); lowering of cills at both levels and breaking out of one opening to provide new door at first floor level; and building up of walls on southern boundary up to first floor level, all along the side passage/south elevation; provision of new external stairs and terrace to the south side and rear. Repair works to roof, rainwater goods, windows & doors, repointing of brickwork, minor interior alterations, fit out and provision of signage, and all associated services and site works.	Details...
210m	09/07/2025	REFUSE PERMISSION	166A Shelbourne Road, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4, D04 NN88	(i) at basement floor level - removal of external and internal walls and construction of new floor level within a revised and reconfigured building footprint; (ii) at ground floor level - removal of northern and western external walls, partial removal of eastern external wall to River Dodder, removal of all internal wall partitions, extension of the internal floor area and provision of a new outdoor terrace along the River Dodder; (iii) removal of existing chimney, elevational alarm panels/glazing/lighting/signage and boundary gate/railings to Shelbourne Road; (iv) construction of a five storey extension of contemporary design and finish atop the existing single-storey building to include amenity roof terrace with swimming pool; and, (v) all ancillary works necessary to facilitate the development inclusive of structural works, new stair/lift cores, ESB substation, elevational planting and drainage works. The resulting six storey over basement level building will accommodate a bar/café at ground floor level, a restaurant at first floor level and a 24 no. bedroom boutique hotel from second to fifth floor level with ancillary plant, staff area, bin store and bicycle parking area at basement level. The application is accompanied by a Natura Impact Statement (NIS).	Details...
210m	03/07/2025	APPLICATION DECLARED INVALID	166A Shelbourne Road, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4, D04 NN88	(i) At basement floor level - removal of external and internal walls and construction of new floor level within a revised and reconfigured building footprint; (ii) at ground floor level - removal of northern and western external walls, partial removal of eastern external wall to River Dodder, removal of all internal wall partitions, extension of the internal floor area and provision of a new outdoor terrace along the River Dodder; (iii) removal of existing chimney, elevational alarm panels/glazing/lighting/signage and boundary gate/railings to Shelbourne Road; (iv) construction of a five storey extension of contemporary design and finish atop the existing single-storey building to include amenity roof terrace with swimming pool; and, (v) all ancillary works necessary to facilitate the development inclusive of structural works, new stair/lift cores, ESB substation, elevational planting and drainage works. The resulting six storey over basement level building will accommodate a bar/café at ground floor level, a restaurant at first floor level and a 24 no. bedroom boutique hotel from second to fifth floor level with ancillary plant, staff area, bin store and bicycle parking area at basement level. The application is accompanied by a Natura Impact Statement (NIS).	Details...
190m	07/05/2025	REFUSE RETENTION PERMISSION	1A Beatty’s Avenue and 2 Merrion Road, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4	RETENTION: Retention permission for existing single storey covered outdoor seating and dining area that faces Beatty’s Avenue to the side of existing restaurant and all associated site works.	Details...

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