GrantedAlterationsDecided 23 January 2026

Gaiety Theatre, Nos. 46-50 King Street South, Dublin 2 D02 V097 (a Protected Structure, RPS Ref. No. 4274)

Ventilation upgrades, roof repairs, and maintenance works at the Gaiety Theatre.

WEB5762/25 · Dublin City Council · Lodged 20 November 2025

Reference: WEB5762/25
Authority: Dublin City Council
Register status: Decided
Type: Permission
Received: 20 November 2025

Summary

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Proposed works at the protected Gaiety Theatre include replacing the air handling unit and water tank on the roof, installing new internal ductwork, and carrying out structural repairs to the roof and floors. It also includes temporary removal and reinstatement of the glazed canopy on King Street South.

Alterationstheatreprotected structurerefurbishment

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Official record

Development description

Protected structure: we, gaiety productions unlimited company, intend to apply for planning permission for development at gaiety theatre, nos. 46–50 king street south, dublin 2, d02 v097 (a protected structure, rps ref. No. 4274). The proposed development will consist of the provision of a new air handling unit (ahu) on the eastern roof to replace the existing system in a like-for-like manner; the replacement of the existing water tank on the roof with a new tank of similar size and location; the installation of new internal ductwork within the attic space to extract air from the auditorium and associated new ventilation grilles and louvres; structural repairs to the slabs forming the roof and floors on the eastern side of the theatre; localised repair works to roof flashings, parapets, concealed gutters, roof lights, and junction areas; reinstatement and upgrade of rainwater outlets and downpipes from various roof levels; the installation of new gantry walkways, access ladders, and fall-protection systems to various roof areas to facilitate safe maintenance; the temporary removal, cleaning and reinstatement of the existing glazed canopy on the king street south façade; and all ancillary and associated works required to facilitate the above and to improve the theatre’s ventilation, building fabric and maintenance access.

Land-use zoning

What this land is zoned for

Z5: City CentreUC

“To consolidate and facilitate the development of the central area, and to identify, reinforce, strengthen and protect its civic design character and dignity.”

National zoning type: City/Town/village Centre, central area

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within 500 m

Residential Property Price Register sales within 500 metres of this site
Address	Date	Price	Distance
Apartment 1, 17 Fade Street, Dublin 2	Feb 2026	€1,275,000	220 m
20 Drury Hall, Stephen St Lower, Dublin 2	Apr 2026	€340,000	225 m
16 Drury Hall, Stephen St Lower, Dublin 2	Apr 2026	€340,000	225 m
29 Drury Hall, 23 27 Stephen St Lower, Dublin 2not full market price	Apr 2026	€208,676	225 m
16 Drury Hall, Stephen St Lower, Dublin 2	Aug 2025	€340,000	225 m
39 Drury Hall, Stephen St Lower, Dublin 2	Jun 2025	€360,000	225 m
38 Drury Hall, Lower Stephen St, Dublin 2	Apr 2026	€340,000	225 m
Apt 42, Drury Hall, Lower Stephen St Dublin 2	Apr 2026	€420,000	225 m

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Key dates

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Application received20 November 2025
Decision due23 January 2026
Decision issued23 January 2026
Permission expiry13 April 2031

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