GrantedAlterationsDecided 11 April 2019

35, Highfield Road, Dublin 6

Demolition of a rear extension, construction of a new single-storey extension, and refurbishment of a protected structure.

2286/19 · Dublin City Council · Lodged 15 February 2019

Reference: 2286/19
Authority: Dublin City Council
Register status: Decided
Type: Permission
Received: 15 February 2019

Summary

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The project involves the demolition of an existing rear two-storey extension and the construction of a new single-storey rear extension. It also includes extensive internal and external refurbishment works to the existing protected structure.

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Development description

Protected structure: the development will consist of the demolition of the existing rear two-storey extension, the construction of a new rear single-storey extension - to accommodate a new kitchen and breakfast room - and the refurbishment of the existing house and return. Internal alterations at ground level will provide a bedroom and shower room to the front with a family room and utility area to the back and will include a new insulated floor, the reinstatement of a stairs to hall level and new patio doors from the back room replacing the existing sash window. Other internal alterations will include the insertion of a wc in the return at hall level, the upgrading of the existing bathroom in the return above and a new ensuite at first floor level with a new opening off the back bedroom. Internal refurbishment works will include structural repairs, new mechanical & electrical work, new plumbing, the application of breathable insulation and thermal plaster in selected areas, refurbishment/replacement of shutters and window surrounds, repairs to original fabric and redecoration throughout. External work on the existing house and return will include repairs to the main entrance steps, selective repair work to all facades, the refurbishment/replacement of external windows and doors and the installation of solar panels on the roof. Other external work will include the installation of new vehicle gates to the front garden, within the existing opening, a new bin/bike store, the refurbishment of the existing railings and minor landscaping works. Work to the back garden will include new paving, steps and planters to the existing lower patio area, 2m tall timber screening along the eastern boundary wall, a new shed to replace the existing and repair work to boundary walls. The application also includes for new drainage and associate site works.

Land-use zoning

What this land is zoned for

Z2: Residential Neighbourhoods (Conservation Areas)RS

“To protect and/or improve the amenities of residential conservation areas.”

National zoning type: Existing residential

Objective set by the Development Plan 2022-2028 (2022–2028). The planning authority decides each application on its own merits — this is the zoning context, not a compliance assessment.

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Built & sold

What happened next

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Built — construction complete

A commencement notice records works starting on 26 November 2019.

Notified floor area: 34 m²

Recent sales nearby

within 500 m

Residential Property Price Register sales within 500 metres of this site
Address	Date	Price	Distance
34 Highfield Court, Highfield Rd, Rathgar Dublin 6	Dec 2025	€310,000	43 m
12 Hillcourt, Highfield Rd, Rathgar Dublin 6	Jan 2025	€299,000	66 m
28 Hillcourt Apts, Highfield Rd, Rathgar Dublin 6	Feb 2025	€310,000	66 m
Apt 33 Hillcourt, Highfield Rd, Rathgar Dublin 6	Aug 2025	€327,000	66 m
32 Oak Apple Green, Rathgar, Dublin 6	Mar 2026	€430,000	95 m
25 Oak Apple Green, Rathgar, Dublin 6	Oct 2025	€527,500	112 m
23 Oak Apple Green, Rathgar, Dublin 6	Jul 2025	€250,000	118 m
Apt No 5 Grenville, 110 Rathgar Road, Dublin 6	Nov 2025	€430,000	133 m

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Sources: Building Control Management System (commencement notices) and the Residential Property Price Register, licensed under CC BY 4.0. Records are matched to this application by location and may not be exhaustive; always confirm against the official source before relying on them.

Key dates

Timeline

Application received15 February 2019
Decision due11 April 2019
Decision issued11 April 2019
Grant issued16 May 2019

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