CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE MEETING

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CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE MEETING

Tuesday 9th

September, 2008 at 2.30 p.m.

AGENDA 3823 Minutes of the Central Area Committee meeting held on 8

th July, 2008

3824 Questions to the Area Manager

3825 With reference to European Local Democracy Week (report attached) pages 37-39 3826 With reference to an update by the RPA on Metro North. 3827 With reference to flooding in the Central Area. Planning and Development Matters 3828 With reference to 7-10 Gardiner Street Upper

3829 With further reference to the Addition of Deerkeeper‟s Lodge, Venison House &

Stables, Phoenix Park, to the Record of Protected Structures in accordance with Section 54 and 55 of the Planning and Development Act, 2000.

With further reference to the Addition of Rose Cottage, Phoenix Park, to the Record of Protected Structures in accordance with Section 54 and 55 of the Planning and Development Act, 2000.

With further reference to the Addition of 37 Upper Drumcondra Road, Dublin 9 to the Record of Protected Structures in accordance with Section 54 and 55 of the Planning

and Development Act, 2000.

3832 Proposed deletion from the Record of Protected Structures of 78 & 79 North King Street, Dublin 7

With reference to the proposed disposal of 41 Parnell Square West, Dublin 1. to John Bermingham and John Lynskey.

With reference to the proposed disposal of the fee simple in the City Estate Premises at No. 4 Coke Lane, Smithfield, Dublin 7 to Alan, Norman & Sara Prendergast c/o Miley & Miley Solicitors, 35 Molesworth Street, Dublin 2

With reference to Enforcement Report for Q2 of 2008 for the Central Area

3836 Planning Applications Application No: 3938/08

Applicant: A.B Properties

Location: 'Hendron's' Building, Located To The East Of The Junction, Of Western

Way & Dominick Street Upper, Also With Frontage Onto, Palmerston Place

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And Bounded By, Rear Gardens Of 1-5, Palmerston Place Dublin 7

Proposal For development of a mixed use scheme on a site of 0.3444 hectares, approximately, principally identified as the site of the 'Hendron's' building, located to the east of the junction of Western Way and Dominick Street Upper, Dublin 7. The site is bounded to the north and west bt Western Way, to the south by Dominick Street Upper and to the southeast partially by Palmerston Place and partially bt the rear gardens of nos. 1-5 Palmerston Place. The site contains a stone wall which is a protected structure (Dublin City Council RPS no. 8682), extending along the site's boundary with Western Way. The overall proposed development will consist of: the demolition of the existing building on site (3,130 sq.m) and the construction of a mixed use scheme with a total gross floor area of 11,466 sq.m. The proposed development ranges in height from single storey to 14 storeys over 1 no. basement level and comprises: 48 no. residential units (5 no. 1 bedroom apartments, 33 no. 2-bedroom apartments and 10 no. 3 bedroom apartments); 4 no. live/work units (3 no. 3 bedroom live/work units and 1 no. 4-bedroom live/work unit); 32 no. apart-hotel units (2,505 sq.m); offices (1,532 sq.m), a neighbourhood shop (675 sq.m); an artists gallery/studio (511 sq.m) and restaurant (334 sq.m). The proposed development also comprises works to the existing stone boundary wall (RPS no. 86825) fronting Western Way (which will be retained and incorporated into the proposed development), including the creation of openings in the wall of various sizes to form pedestrian entrances to the development, and the removal of the existing ashlar stone piers, plinth and cast iron railings to Upper Dominick Street. The proposed development comprises 3 no. building elements arranged around a central landscaped courtyard at ground floor as follows: The first element comprises a block ranging in height from 4 to 14 storeys extends from site's south-western corner at the junction of Western Way and Dominick Street Upper to the site's southern corner at the junction of Palmerston Place and Dominick Street Upper. This element will comprise a neighbourhood shop at ground floor level (657 sq.m); offices extending from ground floor level to fouth floor level inclusive (totalling 1,532 sq.m); 20 residential units extending from first floor level to fifth floor level inclusive (5 no. 1-bedroom apartments, 10 no. 2-bedroom apartments, and 5 no. 3-bedroom apartments); a restaurant at fifth floor level (334 sq.m) and 32 no. apart-hotel units extending from sixth floor level to thirteenth floor level inclusive (totalling 2,505 sq.m). The second element is a primarily residential block ranging in height from single storey to 6 storeys and is located to the north of the first element. It extends along part of the western site boundary fronting Western Way. This element will comprise 15 no. residential units in total extending over each floor level (12 no. 2-bedroom apartments, 3 no. 3-bedroom apartments); 4 no. live/workunits extending from ground floor level to second floor level (3 no. 3-bedrroom live/work units, 1 no. 4-bedroom live/work unit); and a gallery/studio facility at ground floor level (511 sq.m). The third element is a primarily residential block with a height of 5 storeys (with a partial set-back at fifth floor level nearest the existing residences to the north of the site) which extends along part of the eastern site boundary fronting onto Palmerston Place. This element includes 13 no. residential units in total spread over each floor level (11 no. 2-bedroom apartments and 2 no. 3-bedroom apartments). The development also includes 1 no. basement level principally comprising: 68 no. car parking spaces; 60 no. bicycle parking spaces; plant rooms; private residential storage; and bin storage. The proposed development will provide pedestrian access/egress points along Western Way, Dominick Street Upper and Palmerston Place. Vehicular access to the basement level will be provided from the site access road off Palmerston Place. The proposed vehicular access arrangement will involve reversing the existing one-way circulatory regime along Palmerston Place so that all traffic must enter at Dominick Street Upper and exit at Mountjoy Street. In addition the section of Palmerston Place between the proposed access and Dominick Street Upper will be opened up to two-way traffic. The proposed development will result in the removal of 7 no. existing pay and display parking bays along the western kerb line of Palmerston Place.

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The proposed development also includes changes in level; boundary treatments; all hard and soft landscaping; balconies and terraces; vehicular access points; internal roads and pathways; pedestrian access points; site services and all associated site development works above and below ground.

Registered Date: 1st August, 2008.

Community, Recreation and Amenity Department Matters

3837 With reference to Public Library Events for August, 2008 in the Central Area (Report enclosed)

Roads & Traffic Department Matters 3838 With reference to the minutes of the Traffic Advisory Group held on 21

st August,

2008. (Report attached) pages 72-87

Central Area Matters

3840 With reference to a proposal to the Taking In Charge of the laneway to rear of

1-17 (Odd Numbers) Park Road, Dublin 7 (Report and map attached) pages 90-91

3841 With reference to staff changes in the Central Area. (Report attached) page 92 3842 Updates on the following:

Sport and Leisure Services Report pages 106-111

Motions

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CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE MEETING

Tuesday 8th

July, 2008 at 2.30 p.m.

MINUTES 3777 Minutes of the Central Area Committee meeting held on 10

th June, 2008

3778 Questions to the Area Manager

"Towards Integration" by the Community and Enterprise Section

Planning and Development Matters

3781 With reference to 7-10 Gardiner Street Upper ORDER: Noted. 3782 With reference to Derelict Sites Quarterly report

3783 With reference to the proposed addition to record of Protected Structures 17-22 Parkgate Street, Dublin 7

3784 Planning Applications Application No: 3021/08

Applicant: Castlethorn Construction

Location: Central Portion Of Overall Scheme, Known As ''Pelletstown'' Bounded By,

River Road To The North, The Royal Canal To The South, Ashtown Road To The West And, Ratoath Road To The East,, Ashtown, Dublin 11&15

Proposal Development of residential scheme on a site of approx. 4.03 hectares (bounded generally by northern perimeter road (F1) to the north, permitted crescent blocks (under planning reg. ref. 6061/04) and royal canal avenue to the south, permitted (E3/E3-1) distributor road and Ballymore properties phase 1 lands to the east, and Rathbourne Avenue and permitted football pitches (under planning reg. ref. 6061/04) to the west): all distributor roads permitted under planning reg ref. 4289/00/ An Bord Pleanala Reg. Ref. PL 29N. 126649 and planning reg. ref. 6061/04). The subject site forms the majority of phase 3 within the central portion of an overall scheme known as ''Pelletstown'' as designated in the Pelletstown action area plan, bounded generally by River Road to the north, the Royal Canal to the south, Ashtown road to the west and the Ratoath road to the east at Ashtown, Dublin 11 & 15. This application seeks to revise the majority of the development permitted

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under planning reg. ref. 6061/04, (excluding crescent blocks; block type f). The development will consist of: 1) 447 no. dwellings comprising 63no. 1-bed apartments, 241 no. 2-bed apartments, 12 no. 2-bed duplex apartments, 39 no. 3-bed apartments, 2 no. 3-bed penthouse apartments, and 90 no. 3-bed duplex apartments in a range of 4-7 storey buildings (all units will have balcony/terrace) laid out in range of configurations, to the north and south of the existing permitted central spine road (pelletstown avenue) as follows: the northern portion comprises: a) Block 1 is a 4 storey building over basement and contains 18 no. 3-bed duplex apartments. B) Block 2 is a part 4/5 storey building over basement and contains 34 no. residential units comprising 14 no. 3-bed duplex apartments and 20 no. 2-bed apartments. C) Block 3 is a part 4/5 storey building and contains 34 no. residential units comprising 14 no. 3-bed duplex apartments and 20 no. 2-bed apartments. D) Block 4 is a part 5-6 storey building over basement and contains 64 no. residential units comprising 43 no. 2-bed apartments and 21 no. 1-bed apartments. E) Block 5 is a part 4/5 storey building in height and contains 32 no. residential units comprising 12 no. 3-bed duplex apartments and 20 no. 2-bed apartments. F) Block 6 is a part 4/6 storey building in height and contains 44 no. residential units comprising 20 no. 3-bed duplex apartments and 24 no. 2-bed apartments. G) Block 7 is a 4 storey building over basement and contains 16 no. residential units comprising 16 no. 2-bed apartments. The southern portion comprises: h) Block 8 is a part 5/6 storey building and contains 38 no. residential units comprising 2 no. 3-bed duplex apartments, 11 no. 3-bed apartments, 2 no. 2-bed duplex apartments, 19 no. 2-bed apartments and 4 no. 1-bed apartments. I) Block 9 is a part 5/6 storey building and contains 72 no. residential units comprising 6 no. 3-bed duplex apartments, 6 no. 3 bed apartments, 6 no. 2 bed duplex apartments, 44 no. 2-bed apartments and 10 no. 1-bed apartments. J) Block 10 is a part 5/6 storey building and contains 69 no. residential units comprising 4 no. 3-bed duplex apartments, 11 no. 3 bed apartments, 4 no. 2-bed duplex apartments, 33 no. 2-bed apartments and 17 no. 1-bed apartments. K) Block 11 is a 7 storey over basement and contains 26 no. residential units comprising 6 no. 3 bed apartments, 2 no. 3 bed penthouse apartments, 12 no. 2-bed apartments and 6 no. 1-bed apartments 2) Provision of a crèche (GFA of approx 480 sq/m with external play area of approx. 174 sq.m) at ground floor level of block 10 at south-east corner of site: 3) Provision of 559 no. car parking spaces in the form of 394 no. spaces at basement level (173 no. spaces in northern basement with entrance from northern perimeter road (F1): 221 no. spaces in extension to permitted basement (under planning reg. ref.6061/04) on the southern portion of site with entrance from Rathbourne Avenue) and 165 no. surface car parking spaces: 4) Provision of 467 no. bicycle spaces comprising 20 no. spaces at surface level and 447 no. spaces at basement level (242 no. spaces in northern basement; 205 no. spaces in southern basement): 5) Extensive hard and soft landscaping incorporating a central square c. 0.22 hectares in area: 6) Provision of 1 no. ESB substation, surface and basement bin stores/plant and all other associated site development and landscape works. &) Provision of new vehicular access road to river road from roundabout located at northern perimeter road (F1) and Rathbourne avenue.

Registered Date: 29th

May 2008

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Community, Recreation and Amenity Department Matters

3785 With reference to Public Library Events for July, 2008 in the Central Area

3786 With reference to progress report on Social and Affordable Housing in

the Central Area

Roads & Traffic Department Matters 3787 With reference to the minutes of the Traffic Advisory Group held on 19

th June, 2008.

3788 With reference to the Reilly‟s Bridge

Central Area Matters 3789 Updates on the following:

A.O.B 3789(a) With reference to Emergency Motions.

ORDER: It was agreed that Emergency Motions would be dealt with only at the end of the Committee meeting henceforth when all items on the agenda had been dealt with.

3789(b) The following emergency motions were tabled by Councillor Mary Fitzpatrick

and was agreed by the Committee “The elected members of the Central Area Committee support the valuable work of Na Fianna GAA Club. We are aware of the clubs requirements for additional playing pitches and wish to support the club to meet their current and increasing needs. We regret the Phibsborough Area Plan could not accommodate a full sized pitch however we will work with the club and Dublin City Council to try to address their needs. To this end the elected members call on Dublin City Council‟s Director of Parks to meet with the Elected Representatives and Club representatives to discuss the issue. ORDER: Agreed. Meeting to be set up with Na Fianna GAA Club and the Parks Division.

3790(c) “Members of the Central Area Committee call on the City Manager to support the

local electoral boundary changes by maintaining the current Central Area Committee and making the following arrangements for administration of the local electoral committees on the north side of the city;

Ballymun/Finglas & Artane/Whitehall = 10 seater Donaghmede & Clontarf = 9 seater Cabra/Glasnevin & North Inner City = 10 seater (11 after 2009)

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The above configuration will give the same breakdown in terms of seats per area committee i.e. 10, 9 and 11, as proposed by the City Manager but will not disrupt the current Central Area structure. We accept that some changes are required to accommodate the electoral boundary amendments however we believe it should be a priority to limit wherever possible disruption and to maximise where possible matching of local electoral boundaries with General Election boundaries. The above outlined configuration does that”

ORDER: Agreed. 3709(d)”Members of the Central Area Committee support the development of the Metro North

Project and welcome the public meetings announced by the RPA. To improve levels of communication and co-operation we call on the RPA to circulate immediately their proposed “residents charter” to all residents within the metro route catchment area. Furthermore we call on DCC‟s Director of Traffic and the RPA to meet the elected representatives of the Central Area to brief them on the proposed traffic management plans for the project.” ORDER: Agreed.

Motions

Motion in the name of Councillor Christy Burke That this Committee agrees that a new water pump be installed at Marmion Court and that the Manager give a date to this Committee as to when it will be installed.

ORDER: Report to Councillor. 3791 Motion in the name of Councillor Christy Burke

That this Committee agrees to name the Councillor of the Central Area Committee who proposed at the May meeting for the Central Area Committee that a delegation of the RPA meets the Area Committee to discuss ongoing problems with the water and noise in the Mayor Street area.

ORDER: Report to Councillor 3792 Motion in the name of Councillor Christy Burke

That this Area Committee calls on the Minister for the Environment to make a decision regarding the development of a section of Liberty House as the plans have been in his office for sometime now.


That this Area Committee calls on the Chief Superintendent in relation to burnt out cars and joy riding in the Sheriff Street area at weekends and if any arrests have been made. If so, that Dublin City Council calls in the parents of the individuals who are responsible for this type of anti-social behaviour.


That this Area Committee agree that a laptop be given to the Committee of Ballybough House as the present computer is defective and that there can be problems getting into the community flat in order to use it.

ORDER: Report to Councillor 3795 Motion in the name of Councillor Seamas McGrattan

That this Area Committee agrees that traffic calming measure be put in place at the bend on Annamoe Drive as local residents are concerned at the speed of drivers.

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That this Area Committee agrees calls for more poop a scoop bins to be installed on Nephin Road at the entrance to John Paul Park (Bogies). ORDER: Report to Councillor

3797 Motion in the name of Councillor Seamas McGrattan

That this Area Committee calls for the public lighting at Pinehurst off Ratoath Road to be investigated and any necessary improvements be carried out.


That this Area Committee calls for a report on the future of senior citizens units at Finbarr Court and Convent View. ORDER: Report to Councillor

3799 Motion in the name of Councillor Mary O’Shea

That this Area Committee receive a report on any arrangements which the City Council is party to with the OPW or any other relevant body in respect of the use of playing pitches in the Phoenix Park. ORDER: Report to Councillor


That this Area Committee calls on the Area Manager to carry out an audit on the use of Council owned GAA pitches in the Cabra/Glasnevin area to ensure that such a scarce resource is used to its maximum potential. ORDER: Report to Councillor


That this Area Committee calls on the Area Manager to issue a report on the feasibility of providing public playing pitches in Griffith Park.

ORDER: Report to Councillor 3802 Motion in the name of Councillor Mary O’Shea

That the Area Manager take appropriate steps to address the serious litter problems at Charleville Road, Phibsborough and at Killarney Parade, Phibsborough.

ORDER: Report to Councillor 3803 Motion in the name of Councillor Mary O’Shea

That the Area Manager arranges to have a number of dog wardens serving the green on Drumcliffe Road, Cabra increased. ORDER: Report to Councillor

3804 Motion in the name of Councillor Mick Rafferty

That the request of the resident of 10 Upper Mayor Street, Dublin 1 for a disabled parking bay be expedited who has a Primary Medical Certificate resulting from Polio.

ORDER: Report to Councillor 3805 Motion in the name of Councillor Mick Rafferty

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That the yellow box at the junction of Clonliffe Avenue facing Spring Garden Street be repainted as soon as possible following road works which have obscured it. ORDER: Report to Councillor

3806 Motion in the name of Councillor Mick Rafferty

That a report be made on the planning process for bus lanes in the Phoenix Park, the level of public consultation involved and also to indicate at what stage local public representatives were informed on this issue. ORDER: Report to Councillor

3807 Motion in the name of Councillor Mick Rafferty That Dublin City Council traffic management report on any discussions with the RPA regarding the route for construction traffic for the ventilation shaft of metro north adjacent to Millbourne Avenue, Drumcondra, Dublin 9 and to state whether the local residents have been consulted on this issue. ORDER: Report to Councillor

3808 Motion in the name of Councillor Emer Costello

That the public land at Alfie Byrne Road currently in use by Dublin City Docklands Biking Club be developed as a biking track. ORDER: Report to Councillor


That the Manager report on the plans for Newcomen Court and consider allocating some land there for city allotments. ORDER: Report to Councillor


That the Manager outline his proposals for improvements to the street and stalls at Cole‟s Lane. ORDER: Report to Councillor


That the Manager report on the operation of private coach parking at Mountjoy Square, who issues licenses for coaches to park there, to consider rescinding the coach parking at the crèche on Mountjoy Square, to ensure that the coaches do not park on the Double Yellow lines, and to ask the Manager to install a pedestrian crossing at the crèche at Mountjoy Square. ORDER: Report to Councillor


That the Manager has the shores at Oxmantown Road, Aughrim Street, Manor Street, Hill Street Flats/Alfie Byrne House cleaned. ORDER: Report to Councillor

3813 Motion in the name of Councillor Brendan Carr

That the manager report on the reasons why those who submitted observations for planning application 4556/07 were not consulted under the article 35 regulation in relation to the permission granted and to explain how permission granted and conditioned in this application for bus lanes which were not included in the original planning application was not considered as substantial or material new information. ORDER: Report to Councillor

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That the Manager install picture or multi-lingual signs along the canal bank (in particular at from Binns Bridge to Cross Guns Bridge) warning people that the canal can be slippy dangerous and it is possible to fall in as there have been reports of drowning or near drowning in the area. ORDER: Report to Councillor


That City Manager outline the regulations in relation to private residents installing CCTV outside their homes, and whether the footage from private cctv cameras would be considered by Dublin City Council for example in cases of illegal dumping. ORDER: Report to Councillor


That the Manager consider the installation of permanent CCTV at Phibsborough Avenue /the Boro to deter anti-social behaviour/dumping and graffiti and that the manager states whether there is any assistance for the removal of graffiti from private residences and businesses. ORDER: Report to Councillor


That the Manager have the weeds removed from the footpaths/trees at Aughrim Street and Manor Street, and the plants replaced in the planters on Manor Street and to provide hanging baskets for Manor Street/Aughrim Street/Prussia Street. ORDER: Report to Councillor

3818 Motion in the name of Councillor Aodhan O’Riordain

That the Manager ensure that Phibsborough Avenue, the Boro and Castle Terrace are swept on a regular basis and that special attention is given to Castle Terrace which residents report is omitted from cleaning schedules. ORDER: Report to Councillor


That the Manager examine a parking scheme for Glasnevin Cemetery with a view to ensuring that nearby residents are not discommoded. ORDER: Report to Councillor


That the Manager report on the coach parking at Sean McDermott Street, state who issues the licenses parking, if there are time limitations that can be placed on the parking there and to examine this from a health and safety perspective. ORDER: Report to Councillor


That the Area Committee supports the residents of Liberty House for the original development and refurbishment proposals to be implemented as a matter of urgency and that the Manager outlines what progress has been made with the Department of the Environment in relation to the refurbishment. ORDER: Report to Councillor

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3822 Motion in the name of Councillor Aodhan O’Riordain That the Manager report on if any progress has been made with the Department of the Environment in relation to Fr Scully House and to outline the timescale for when the tenants who moved out will be able to move back in. ORDER: Report to Councillor

Brian Kavanagh, Area Housing Manager, NEIC

Conor O’Leary, Executive Engineer, Roads & Traffic Department Comac O’Donnell, Community & Enterprise- Strategic Policy

Cathy Cassidy, A/Senior Staff Officer, Central Area Office

Councillor Christy Burke

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QUESTIONS TO AREA MANAGER CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE

JULY 2008

Q1 Councillor Christy Burke

To ask the City Manager to look at the maintenance problems that details supplied is having and to have it rectified as soon as possible.

Reply:

A private contractor was employed to carry out the necessary repairs to this dwelling, however the contractor was refused entry by the tenant. Prior notice had been given to the tenant. An application for a shower to be installed under the scheme for persons with disabilities was received from this tenant. Further medical details were requested in writing prior to a decision on this application. No further medical details were submitted. An offer of a transfer to alternative accommodation was made in writing to this tenant in the last week. No contact has been made in relation to this offer to date by the tenant. No further attempt will be made to carry out any works to this dwelling until such time as contact is made by the tenant in relation to this offer.


To ask the City Manager that the Committee agrees that a report be made available in relation to the large number of dormers (planning permission has been granted for St. Josephs Place) and that a review take place in relation to planning for dormers (as per the wishes of the residents).

Reply:

The Planning Department acknowledges that there have been concerns regarding the matter of dormer extensions both within the Central Area and in other planning areas.

This matter will be given further consideration with regard to an objective to protect architecture fabric in areas that that are of architectural merit, as well as the protection of residential amenity. It is also acknowledged that there must be an element of flexibility for owners who may wish to extend their properties to cater for family accommodation needs.


To ask the City Manager that this Committee receives a report and an update regarding pay and display at Richmond Cottages, and what action will Dublin City Council take in relation to on-street parking if the residents of Richmond Cottages do not agree to pay and display and that they be included in any pay and display plebiscite that takes place.

Reply:

Subject to a positive recommendation from the TAG residents of Richmond Parade will be balloted on this proposal.

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To ask the City Manager if the Traffic Department would investigate the blocking of pedestrian entrances to a building of apartments at the North Lotts.

Reply:

This matter has been investigated by the area traffic team.

The area is unsuitable for a footpath as there is a considerable variation in the levels of the entrances to the various properties with some of them at the same level as the existing cobbled laneway. Furthermore some of the entrances are vehicular while others are simply pedestrian.

There are existing parking restrictions on the laneway (No Parking 7am – 7pm Mon –Sat). It is proposed to extend these parking restrictions to apply 24hours, 7 days a week. In an emergency if access is required by the Fire Brigade and is blocked by parked vehicles the offending vehicles will be removed by whatever means is necessary by the responding Fire Brigade units. The Fire Brigade also address this by making down large hose over the required distance (approx. 250 metres).


To ask the City Manager would he contact the Department of Education on behalf of St. Laurence O‟Toole Girls School and Parents Association to see if the 25% funding requested for the above school would be made available from the Department for a new school.

Reply:

The Council have written to the Minister for Education and Science on the above matter and a letter will issue to the Councillor on receipt of a reply from the Department.


To ask the City Manager if Dublin City Council can assist the boxing club that is based in St. Pauls School, Brunswick Street and from the 30

th June 2008 will be in

need of a premises in order to facilitate young children of the area.

Reply:

Dublin City Council Sport and Leisure Services Section has supported this Boxing club in the past through the Dublin City Sports Network small grants scheme. Officials from the Sport and Leisure Services Section will meet this Boxing club and assist them with identification of their needs.

Q7 Councillor Mick Rafferty

To ask the City Manager to arrange a report from the Fire Officer on the concerns of the residents of North Lotts, Dublin 1 regarding emergency access to this apartment complex. – (Map to follow)

Reply:

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There are existing parking restrictions on the laneway (No Parking 7am – 7pm Mon –Sat). It is proposed to extend these parking restrictions to apply 24hours, 7 days a week. In an emergency if access is required by the Fire Brigade and is blocked by parked vehicles the offending vehicles will be removed by whatever means is necessary by the responding Fire Brigade units. The Fire Brigade also address this by laying down large hose over the required distance (approx. 250 metres).


To ask the Area Manager if the request of residents at St. David‟s Terrace, Blackhorse Avenue, Dublin 7, for street nameplates, to distinguish the two sections of St. David‟s Terrace have been acted on.

Reply:

A sign was ordered on 30/5/2008 and it will be erected as soon as it is delivered to the depot.


To ask the Area Manager the up-to-date position regarding the problems with the water supply in Blackhall Parade, Dublin 7.

Reply:

The problem with the water supply in the Blackhall Parade housing complex would appear to relate to the operation of the pumphouse within the complex. The Water division are currently liaising with Housing Maintenance to ensure that there are no further interruptions to the water supply.


To ask the Area Manager:- a) when the developer of the apartments (formerly Strand Cinema, North Strand,

Dublin 3) will be required to re-instate the bicycle lane which was severely damaged during construction work,

b) if the North Strand bicycle lane will be inspected in its entirety particularly where it meets the footpath and whatever work is required be carried out, as this is a most dangerous stretch of road for cyclists.

Reply:

a) The builder has lodged a “bond” with Roads Maintenance prior to commencing works at this site. If the builder does not reinstate this cycle track Roads Maintenance will carry out the works.

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Roads Maintenance will survey this section of cycle track and carry out all necessary remedial works.


To ask the Area Manager if the request for new windows from the residents in O‟Brien Hall, Dublin 1, will be acted on and if he will state the up to date position.

Reply:

The current Window Replacement Scheme deals specifically with Senior Citizens Complexes so O‟Brien Hall cannot be included in the Scheme. However, the Housing Maintenance Section has given a commitment that should funding become available the windows will be replaced this year. A final decision will be made on this matter later in the year, having regard to any residual funding available at that time.


To ask the Area Manager if urgent action will be taken to properly seal the roof at details supplied where the Area Maintenance Officer witnessed the rain pouring down the inside walls.

Reply:

The repairs to the roof of this dwelling will be completed within the next two weeks.

Q13 Councillor Seamas McGrattan

To ask the Area Manager to have the carriageway repaired at Blackhorse Avenue between Baggot Road and the entrance to Villa Park.

Reply:

This section of carriageway will be inspected and all remedial works will be carried out.


To ask the Area Manager to have the roads around the compounds at Drumcliffe Road and Killala Road swept on a more regular basis over the summer months.

Reply:

Waste Management Services have the roads around the compounds at Drumcliffe Road and Killala Road scheduled to be swept once a week after the refuse collection has taken place there. In addition, waste management services will arrange to have these roads cleaned on another day during the week by a sweeping machine over the summer months.


To ask the Area Manager to investigate the possibility of putting a yellow box at the junction of Attracta Road and Fassaugh Avenue.

Reply:

This matter will be investigated by the Traffic Advisory Group and a report prepared for a future area meeting.


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To ask the Area Manager to have individual immersion units fitted at the senior citizens complex at Convent View, Ratoath Road, Cabra.

Reply:

The flats in this complex have gas central heating which also provides hot water. If an individual tenant requests the installation of an immersion as an additional source of hot water this will be carried out. However all tenants may not wish to have an immersion fitted, therefore installations are carried out as requested. If the councillor wishes to identify a specific tenant or tenants that wish to have immersions fitted, these installations will be carried out.


To ask the Area Manager to look at the case of details supplied as he is a cancer patient and urgently needs a transfer.

Reply:

I can confirm that the applicant (details supplied) has recently been made an offer of accommodation at Dunmanus Court which he has accepted. Currently the necessary repairs are being carried out on the property and once these works have been completed staff from the Housing Allocations Section will contact the applicant directly to arrange for the applicant (details supplied) to sign a tenancy agreement.


To ask the Area Manager to have a hand basin and toilet installed at details supplied as the Maintenance Section are only installing a shower and the basin and toilet are in a bad state and the existing units are there over 25 years. Reply:

A new toilet will be fitted in this dwelling, however the hand basin is not in need of replacement.

Q19 Councillor Mary O’Shea

To ask the Area Manager to provide an update on the provision of Permit Parking on Hollybank Road, in particular to say what legal advice the Council has received in respect of the legality of parking cars on the public roadway which are advertised as being for sale. Mayo County Council has recently adopted a policy of removing such cars from the roadway and disposing of those which remained unclaimed. Can the Manager say if there are any plans by Dublin City Council to adopt such a policy.

Reply:

Following consultation between the local residents association, the owners of Prospect Motors, local councillors, the Gardaí, and representatives from the local area office and Dublin City Council it has been agreed to implement an additional section of Pay and Display and Permit Parking as per a previous recommendation, namely

South side, pay and display parking from a point 5m west of Glenarm Avenue, west for 14m (Monday to Saturday 7am to 7pm – 2 hour maximum).

It is illegal to park cars on the public roadway, which are advertised as being for sale. Enforcement is a matter for the Gardaí.

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The actions taken recently by Mayo County Council concerned cars that were parked in such a way as to constitute a hazard or a potential hazard. It is already the policy of Dublin City Council to enforce the law with regards to hazardous parking.


Reply:

There are no current Planning Enforcement Proceedings in respect of (details supplied). There was a previous case in respect of an extension to the rear of the property which was resolved following Circuit Court proceedings and taken against the owner of the property.

The removal of the boundary wall between (details supplied) does not require planning permission and is a civil issue between the owners of the two properties concerned.


To ask the Area Manager to remove the grass margin around the area surrounding Dunard Court to facilitate the cleaning of the area.

Reply:

This matter is being investigated and a report will be issued to the councillor in due course.


To ask the Area Manager to provide a yellow box at the Griffith Park end of Woodville Road.

Reply:

This matter will be investigated by the Traffic Advisory Group and a report prepared for a future area meeting.

Q23 Councillor Mary O’Shea To ask the Area Manager when the name sign at Harts Corner will be erected. Reply:

Roads Maintenance will erect the new name sign at the flower beds where specified by the councillor.


To ask the Area Manager what, if anything, the City Council can do to deal with alleged serious anti-social behaviour at details supplied.

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Reply:

The property at (details supplied) is a multi unit dwelling and is registered with the Private Residential Tenancies Board (www.prtb.ie). Dublin City Council‟s Planning Enforcement Section recently inspected this property and are now initiating legal proceedings. Any instances of anti-social behaviour by residents should be referred to the Gardaí at Mountjoy.

Q25 Councillor Emer Costello

To ask the Manager to respond to the following issues at Queen Street/Blackhall/Marmion Court Flats

a) To outline the reasons for the water stoppage in May and to give a timeframe for when the pumping station will become fully operational

b) To report on the condition of the sewage and water pipes and to clarify if the connections were properly made when the flats were refurbished a few years ago

c) To request the Parks Department to clear out the weeds/trees in the common areas and landscape them

d) To report on the location of the playground in relation to safety issues e) To erect pedestrian barriers along the footpath on Queen Street f) To ensure that tenants whose property was damaged as a result of the stoppage and

flooding will be adequately compensated for the damage g) To employ a “lollipop lady” to enable children cross the road h) To fund a Summer Party for the children from the complex

Reply:

(a) Problems occurred because some of the water tanks were not filling. Housing Maintenance Section and Waterworks Division are currently working on the matter and a definitive timescale for the completion of necessary will be given to the Councillor when that information is available. As an interim measure tanks are being filled manually in order to ensure that an adequate water supply is available to residents.

(b) An inspection of the sewerage system will be undertaken and results will be passed on to the Councillor. (c) Arrangements are in hand for the planters in the courtyards to be cleared of

weeds. (d) In order to enhance safety at the playground a more secure gate has been

installed at the side of the Community Centre. The situation will continue to be monitored and any further remedial measures necessary will be taken.

(e) The feasibility of erecting barriers is currently being examined and a report will issue to the Councillor. (f) Compensation, where appropriate, has been arranged. (g) This matter is being examined by the Road Safety Section. (h) The necessary structures through which funding could be channelled and under

which such an initiative could be planned and supervised do not currently exist in the complex. The City Council is however open to this idea and will discuss the matter with residents.


To ask the Manager to give a commitment that O‟Brien Hall will be included in the 2008 Window Replacement Programme.

Reply:

The current Window Replacement Scheme deals specifically with Senior Citizens Complexes so O‟Brien Hall cannot be included in the Scheme. However, the Housing Maintenance Section has given a commitment that should funding become available

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the windows will be replaced this year. A final decision will be made on this matter later in the year, having regard to any residual funding available at that time.


To ask the Manager to report on the social and affordable housing in the Central Area due to be allocated this year and to report on the reasons for the delay in allocating the housing units at Abercorn Road.

Reply:

The plant room in the development at Sheriff Street Upper/Church Road/East Road was severely damaged by fire some months ago. The fire also caused smoke damage to some of the apartments. Dublin City Council has been in contact with the developer and has been informed that there is still at least two weeks repair work to be done in order to make the room operational again and put the apartments back in order. It is hoped to move to formal agreement stage with the developer in the coming weeks regarding the number of units within the scheme to be provided under part V of the Planning & Development Acts 2000-2002.


To ask the Manager to state what plans there are for the refurbishment/regeneration of Croke Villas, Matt Talbot Court, Dorset Street Flats, St Michan‟s House, Chancery House and St Mary‟s Mansions and if the recent collapse of the McNamara PPPs will impact on these projects.

Reply: Croke Villas:

Discussions have commenced with the preferred bidder. The preferred bidder has been advised that they must satisfy the City Council that they are in a position to deliver the project in a timely manner and demonstrate their ability to raise finance.

Dorset Street Flats:

St. Michan’s House:

Chancery House

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St. Mary’s Mansions


To ask the manager to deal with the matters in the attached correspondence from North Lotts Resident.

Reply:



There are existing parking restrictions on the laneway (No Parking 7am – 7pm Mon –Sat). It is proposed to extend these parking restrictions to apply 24hours, 7 days a week. In an emergency if access is required by the Fire Brigade and is blocked by parked vehicles the offending vehicles will be removed by whatever means is necessary by the responding Fire Brigade units. The Fire Brigade also address this by making down large hose over the required distance (approx. 250 metres).


To ask the Manager to install a raised ramp at the junction of Oriel St Upper and Seville Place to slow traffic coming on to Seville Place.

Reply:

There is an entry treatment to be provided at this location as part of the on going works in the area. This work should be completed by the end of August 2008.

Q31 Councillor Brendan Carr

To ask the Manager to outline his proposals for layout and landscaping of the open areas at Ashtown Grove, Navan Road.

Reply:

The open areas at Ashtown Grove are currently used for carparking, and deemed suitable for this purpose. There are no plans to carry out further works owing to limited finance resources.


To ask the City Manager to investigate the possibility of making Ventry Road in Cabra, Dublin 7 one-way similar to Little Bannow Rd.

Reply:

This matter will be investigated by the area traffic team and report issued directly to the Councillor.

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To ask the Manager if he will conduct a traffic survey of Ballyboggan Road, Dublin 11, where fatalities and injuries have recently occurred due to excessive speed and if he will also examine the footpaths to ensure that they adhere to proper safety standards.

Reply:

A speed survey will be conducted on the Ballyboggan Road and a report prepared for a future Area Committee Meeting. However it should be noted that Ballyboggan Road is a main strategic east - west road linking Finglas Road and Ratoath Road with high traffic volumes including good vehicles. Speed surveys conducted within the last 12 months show speeds are appropriate to the road. In recent years a number of traffic management measures ware introduced on the road to improve safety for all road users including the provision of footpaths and inbound and outbound bus lanes. Roads Maintenance staff will carry out a survey of the footpaths along the Ballyboggan Road and ensure all necessary remedial works are carried out.


Reply:

It is noted that the RPA will be holding an open day on 17

th July at which the public

will be able to pursue issues such as this directly with the RPA.

Q.35 Councillor Brendan Carr

To ask the Manager why garden waste must be bagged to be recycled at the Collins Avenue Depot, to report on the schedule for when and where the Brown Bin will be rolled out in the Central Area, to report on the progress for new recycling centre at Ballyboggan Road.

Reply

We request that garden waste be bagged when brought to the Collins Avenue Depot as previously we had to deal with litter problems from garden waste which was scattered around the depot and this was interfering with the smooth running of the facility. The rollout of the brown bin in the Central Area will commence in approximately 6 weeks time for those householders, which already have black/grey bin collections. The brown bin will then be collected every two weeks alternating with the black/grey bin collection. There are plans for a Recycling Centre at Slaney Road, Glasnevin and we are currently awaiting formal approval from the HEA for the disposal of the site to Dublin City Council.

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Details Supplied:

Reply:

A Pay and Display and Permit Parking scheme was recommended by the Traffic Advisory Group on 15/05/08 subject to survey of the residents.

Q37 Councillor Aodhan O’Riordain

Reply:

B) Clonliffe Avenue has been examined a number of times recently and on all

occasions the parking occupancy has been observed as being below the required 80% for the entire road. The request for a re-examination will be referred to the Traffic Advisory Group.


Reply:

This question will be forwarded to the QBN office for answering. The cycle tracks on these streets are being resurfaced as part of their works.


Reply:

A request for a controlled pedestrian crossing was not recommended across North King Street at Smithfield Square in January of this year for the following reasons:

The volume of pedestrians crossing the road are low throughout the day and do not meet the required warrant for the provision of a pedestrian crossing.

From observation, there are sufficient gaps in the traffic for pedestrians to cross North King Street without difficulty.

There are existing pedestrian crossings located nearby at the junction of North King Street, Queen Street and George‟s Lane.

It is not recommended to review this decision after such a short timescale.

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To ask the Manager when the Community Centre at Ballybough will open and to outline the facilities that will be available from the centre and the management structures for the centre.

Reply:

There will be a large range of activities and courses run for all age groups with a strong focus on activities for the Youth in the area The Ballybough Youth Service will have a designated area with a youth room and dedicated office space. The building will consist of the following:

Outdoor All weather Pitch and Changing Rooms Computer Room Cookery Room Youth Room/Offices for Youth service staff. Indoor Multi Purpose Hall 2 Multi Purpose Studios Children‟s Area Outdoor Terrace Facility Coffee Area. Childcare area. Outdoor rehearsal area.

The building will be managed and operated by Dublin City Council. An Advisory structure will be established based on the existing model in Dublin City Council‟s other Youth, Community and Sport Centres. This group will include anchor tenants, community representatives and will set the agenda on areas including:

Promotion of the facility.

Target Groups.

Programmes and Events for the facility Q.41 Councillor Aodhan O’Riordain

To ask the Manager to state when the waste depot at Grangegorman will move from there and to examine measures how to reduce the noise from trucks at night in this residential area.

Reply:

It is proposed to move from the Grangegorman Depot within the next 2 years. We will examine the noise aspects to ensure that the noise is kept to a minimum at night.

Q.42 Councillor Aodhan O’Riordain

To ask the Manager if he will examine the parking area at Dominick Lane which has unofficial car-parking markings with a view to removing these markings and reinstating the DYL there.

Reply:

This matter has been referred to the Area Traffic Officer for investigation and a reply will be issued to the councillor in due course.

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Item 3790 Motion in the name of Councillor Christy Burke

That this Committee agrees that a new water pump be installed at Marmion Court and that the Manager give a date to this Committee as to when it will be installed.

Report Efforts are currently being made to determine the exact extent of works required in order to ensure that water pumps on site are made fully operational. Until the scale of works required is finalised it is not possible to give a definitive date for completion.

In the interim tenants should not be adversely affected, as a water supply sufficient to cater for all normal demands within the complex will be maintained. Item 3791 Motion in the name of Councillor Christy Burke That this Committee agrees to name the Councillor of the Central Area Committee who proposed at the May meeting for the Central Area Committee that a delegation of the RPA meets the Area Committee to discuss ongoing problems with the water and noise in the Mayor Street area.

Report It was unanimously agreed at the meeting of the Central Area Committee held on the 13

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May 2008 that the RPA be invited into the June meeting of the Committee. The area office have no detailed information on file which indicates the particular councillor who made the proposal. Item 3792 Motion in the name of Councillor Christy Burke

That this Area Committee calls on the Minister for the Environment to make a decision regarding the development of a section of Liberty House as the plans have been in his office for sometime now.

Report Following meetings with residents and local public representatives, Dublin City Council acknowledge that the residents of Liberty House are insistent that the proposal which has been rejected by the Department is progressed. This proposal was submitted following extensive consultation with residents over a long period of time. While it is extremely regrettable that this proposal was rejected, nonetheless, at the request of the Department of the Environment, Heritage and Local Government, possible revisions to this proposal are being examined by the City Architect‟s Division. When these are finalised they will be forwarded to the Department of the Environment, Heritage and Local Government for approval in principle following which discussions will be held with local residents to determine whether any revised proposals are acceptable to them.

We are aware that a number of public representatives are making representations to the Minister and the Department in relation to the original plan and are trying to arrange a meeting between Department officials and residents so as to enable residents to put forward their views. Item 3793 Motion in the name of Councillor Christy Burke

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That this Area Committee calls on the Chief Superintendent in relation to burnt out cars and joy riding in the Sherrif Street area at weekends and if any arrests have been made. If so, that Dublin City Council calls in the parents of the individuals who are responsible for this type of anti-social behaviour.

Report

This matter will be referred to An Garda Síochána if the Committee agrees to the terms of this motion. Dublin City Council works closely with the Gardai in relation to Anti-Social behaviour. If any individuals involved in such behaviour are identified as being Dublin City Council tenants they will be interviewed and the appropriate action will be taken. Item 3794 Motion in the name of Councillor Christy Burke

That this Area Committee agree that a laptop be given to the Committee of Ballybough House as the present computer is defective and that there can be problems getting into the community flat in order to use it.

Report The computer that is currently present in the community room is in working order, it has been checked out by the IT section and they agreed that it is old but in perfect working order. They did state that the printer attached to the computer is taking power from the computer and advised that it may be more suitable to have a less complex printer that wouldn't take so much power from the computer. The tenant's association have been advised of this. I am not aware of any difficulty that the Tenants Association are experiencing accessing the community room. The after schools club are only using the room on two afternoons per week and the room is available at all other times to them. Item 3795 Motion in the name of Councillor Seamas McGrattan

That this Area Committee agrees that traffic calming measure be put in place at the bend on Annamoe Drive as local residents are concerned at the speed of drivers.

Report This matter will be referred to the Traffic Advisory Group for investigation and a report will be prepared for a future area meeting. Item 3796 Motion in the name of Councillor Seamas McGrattan

That this Area Committee agrees calls for more poop a scoop bins to be installed on Nephin Road at the entrance to John Paul Park (Bogies).

Report The Litter prevention Officer will arrange to have a dog bin installed at the entrance of John Paul Park (Bogies). Item 3797 Motion in the name of Councillor Seamas McGrattan

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That this Area Committee calls for the public lighting at Pinehurst off Ratoath Road to be investigated and any necessary improvements be carried out.

Report Public Lighting Services have investigated the existing lighting here and consider the lighting levels to be to an acceptable standard. We have no plans at present for any further improvements. Item 3798 Motion in the name of Councillor Seamas McGrattan

That this Area Committee calls for a report on the future of senior citizens units at Finbarr Court and Convent View.

Report The City Council is implementing a long-term strategy on accommodation for older people in the city “A Strategy for Accommodation for Elderly Persons in Dublin City”. This strategy has two elements:

Redevelopment of existing complexes replacing bed-sits with one/two bedroom apartments.

Maintaining a strong focus on enhancing support and care services.

A project team has been established to prepare a report to the Housing Social and Community Strategic Policy Committee in the development of a plan to progress this strategy, which should be completed by September.

No indicative timeframe has been set as yet for the redevelopment of complexes in St. Finbar‟s Court or Convent View. Item 3799 Motion in the name of Councillor Mary O’Shea

That this Area Committee receive a report on any arrangements which the City Council is party to with the OPW or any other relevant body in respect of the use of playing pitches in the Phoenix Park.

Report There is no arrangement between Dublin City Council and the Office of Public Works in respect of the use of playing pitches in the Phoenix Park.

The soccer pitches are allocated by the OPW in consultation with the Leinster Football Association and the gaelic pitches are allocated in consultation with the Dublin County Board. Item 3800 Motion in the name of Councillor Mary O’Shea

That this Area Committee calls on the Area Manager to carry out an audit on the use of Council owned GAA pitches in the Cabra/Glasnevin area to ensure that such a scarce resource is used to its maximum potential.

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The criteria used by the City Council for the allocation of playing pitches are as follows:

1) All existing clubs are granted lettings as per previous year‟s allocations subject to having the required number of teams.

2) All existing Clubs seeking transfers to other parks/pitches or seeking additional accommodation from the previous year are then considered.

3) New clubs are accommodated after 1 and 2 above have been completed. There are 5 City Council owned GAA pitches in the Cabra/Glasnevin electoral area – 2 in John Paul Park and 3 in Martin Savage Park. These pitches are let to local clubs in each case. The City Council is satisfied that these pitches are being used to their full potential. Item 3801 Motion in the name of Councillor Mary O’Shea

That this Area Committee calls on the Area Manager to issue a report on the feasibility of providing public playing pitches in Griffith Park.

Report This proposal will be examined and a report will be issued to the councillor in due course. Item 3802 Motion in the name of Councillor Mary O’Shea

That the Area Manager take appropriate steps to address the serious litter problems at Charleville Road, Phibsborough and at Killarney Parade, Phibsborough.

Report Waste Management Services have Charleville Road scheduled to be cleaned every Monday after the refuse collection has taken place there. It is also cleaned on another day during the week by a handcart man. Killarney Parade is scheduled to be cleaned every Tuesday after the refuse collection has taken place there. Our litter warden includes these streets as part of his regular patrol and takes action against anyone found to be dumping there. Item 3803 Motion in the name of Councillor Mary O’Shea

That the Area Manager arranges to have a number of dog wardens serving the green on Drumcliffe Road, Cabra increased.

Report Dublin City Council employs 3 Dog Wardens to patrol the Dublin City area. The Dog Wardens have reported that they have received no specific complaints in relation to Dogs in the Drumcliffe Road area, however the Dog Wardens will increase their patrols of this area and advise Dublin City Council of any problems arising. Item 3804 Motion in the name of Councillor Mick Rafferty

That the request of the resident of 10 Upper Mayor Street, Dublin 1 for a disabled parking bay be expedited who has a Primary Medical Certificate resulting from Polio.

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Report

Dublin City Council received an initial request for this disabled parking bay on 25th June 2008.

The standard application package was sent to resident on 30th June 2008. Once the applicant

has demonstrated that all the criteria for a disabled bay are met a site inspection will be carried out and a recommendation made by the Traffic Advisory Group. Item 3805 Motion in the name of Councillor Mick Rafferty

That the yellow box at the junction of Clonliffe Avenue facing Spring Garden Street be repainted as soon as possible following road works which have obscured it.

Report

This matter has been referred to the Area Traffic Officer for inspection and repainting as required. Item 3806 Motion in the name of Councillor Mick Rafferty

That a report be made on the planning process for bus lanes in the Phoenix Park, the level of public consultation involved and also to indicate at what stage local public representatives were informed on this issue.

Report

The motion relates to a question as to why the Planning Department did not consider the additional information received on the above to be significant and therefore to be treated under Article 35 of the Planning and Development Regulations 2001 – 2006. The additional information received on this application was not materially different to the proposal originally applied for. The roundabouts and overall carriage width of the road remained the same and the information received related only to the organisation of the lanes. The permission granted specifies in condition number 2 that the works be carried out as specified in the original plans as submitted with amendments, which are not material.

“a) The original submitted design of Chesterfield Avenue shall be implemented but modified to provide a central bus lane between the Gough roundabout and the Parkgate St. entrance. This shall require detailing in relation to the proposed pedestrian area and the proposed materials. It shall also require minor changes to the proposed lane widths within the original carriageway area, but shall not affect the removal of parking, the provision of cycle facilities and the improvement of pedestrian facilities as originally submitted. b) The original submitted design for Chesterfield Avenue shall be modified to provide a central bus lane between the Mountjoy Roundabout and the Castleknock Gates. This shall require a widening of the proposed central median and a change of materials. It shall require a modification within the carriageway and shall have an implication on proposed car parking. The details of the design in relation to items 1 and 2 shall be agreed with the Roads and Traffic Department prior to the commencement of the development.” Item 3807 Motion in the name of Councillor Mick Rafferty

That Dublin City Council traffic management report on any discussions with the RPA regarding the route for construction traffic for the ventilation shaft of metro north adjacent to

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Millbourne Avenue, Drumcondra, Dublin 9 and to state whether the local residents have been consulted on this issue.

Report Only very preliminary discussions with the RPA on this matter have been held, as to date the priority has been concentrated on city centre traffic management plans associated with the construction of the Metro-North stations there.

Meetings are scheduled to take place with the RPA over the next 3 to 4 weeks to examine options for access to and from the proposed ventilation shaft site at St. Patrick‟s and associated traffic management issues. On their conclusion a report can then be made to the Area Committee.

It is noted that the RPA will be holding an open day on 17

th July at which the public will be

able to pursue issues such as this directly with the RPA. Item 3808 Motion in the name of Councillor Emer Costello

That the public land at Alfie Byrne Road currently in use by Dublin City Docklands Biking Club be developed as a biking track.

Report

The lands in question are located east of Alfie Byrne Road along the Tolka Estuary. Apart from developing two soccer pitches the remainder of the land was never developed for a specific usage. However given the location it was always the understanding that the lands would be managed/developed for passive recreation and nature conservation purposes. Pending such development the area has been used by unauthorised motor bike /quad bike scramblers. As the proposal from Cllr Costello seeks to recognise this activity as an appropriate use we should carefully consider how such activity is compatible with other public uses and the nature conservation potential of the site and Cllr Costellos motion requires detailed examination and debate before any decisions are made. Item 3809 Motion in the name of Councillor Emer Costello

That the Manager report on the plans for Newcomen Court and consider allocating some land there for city allotments.

Report No final decision has been made on the redevelopment of Newcomen Court. A previous feasibility study indicated that a mixed-use development of affordable housing and childcare provision would be appropriate. An application has been made to the Dublin Childcare Committee for the childcare element of the proposal and a decision is awaited. It is not considered that the temporary use of the area for allotments is appropriate. Item 3810 Motion in the name of Councillor Emer Costello

That the Manager outline his proposals for improvements to the street and stalls at Cole‟s Lane.

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A service provider has been engaged to carry out repairs and repaint the existing stalls on Coles Lane. Consultation will take place with the traders to agree a suitable time for the upgrade to begin. Consultation will also commence shortly with traders to agree a new stall design for Coles Lane. Item 3811 Motion in the name of Councillor Emer Costello

That the Manager report on the operation of private coach parking at Mountjoy Square, who issues licenses for coaches to park there, to consider rescinding the coach parking at the créche on Mountjoy Square, to ensure that the coaches do not park on the Double Yellow lines, and to ask the Manager to install a pedestrian crossing at the créche at Mountjoy Square.

Report Dublin City Council does not issue coach-parking permits. The area traffic teams identify suitable areas and designate them as coach parking bays. The Gardai are the final arbiters in relation to the use of the bays.

The Traffic Advisory Group will investigate the proximity of the crèche to the coach parking bay and a report issued to a future area committee.

The provision of a pedestrian crossing on Mountjoy Square will also be referred to the Traffic Advisory Group.

This matter will also be referred to the Gardaí if the committee agrees to the terms of this motion. Item 3812 Motion in the name of Councillor Emer Costello

That the Manager has the shores at Oxmantown Road, Aughrim Street, Manor Street, Hill Street Flats/Alfie Byrne House cleaned.

Report Drainage Division‟s gully cleaning crew cleaned the gullies along the above streets as per details below.

Street Date No. Of Gullies Cleaned

Aughrim Street 06/02/2008 12 of 14

Manor Street 06/03/2008 17 of 19

Oxmantown Road 19/06/2008 27 of 37

We will revisit the area over coming weeks to clean any omissions, the majority of which were caused by parked cars. As always, if there are any gullies in the area that require specific attention we will be more than happy to assist, particularly if we can be supplied with an accurate location.

An inspection will be carried out by Housing Maintenance of the shores in Hill Street Flats and Alfie Byrne House and any blockages will be cleared. If the Councillor wishes to identify a specific location where there is a blockage, this will be cleared. Item 3813

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Motion in the name of Councillor Brendan Carr

That the manager report on the reasons why those who submitted observations for planning application 4556/07 were not consulted under the article 35 regulation in relation to the permission granted and to explain how permission granted and conditioned in this application for bus lanes which were not included in the original planning application was not considered as substantial or material new information.

Report The motion relates to a question as to why the Planning Department did not consider the additional information received on the above to be significant and therefore to be treated under Article 35 of the Planning and Development Regulations 2001 – 2006. The additional information received on this application was not materially different to the proposal originally applied for. The roundabouts and overall carriage width of the road remained the same and the information received related only to the organisation of the lanes. The permission granted specifies in condition number 2 that the works be carried out as specified in the original plans as submitted with amendments, which are not material.

“a) The original submitted design of Chesterfield Avenue shall be implemented but modified to provide a central bus lane between the Gough roundabout and the Parkgate St. entrance. This shall require detailing in relation to the proposed pedestrian area and the proposed materials. It shall also require minor changes to the proposed lane widths within the original carriageway area, but shall not affect the removal of parking, the provision of cycle facilities and the improvement of pedestrian facilities as originally submitted. b) The original submitted design for Chesterfield Avenue shall be modified to provide a central bus lane between the Mountjoy Roundabout and the Castleknock Gates. This shall require a widening of the proposed central median and a change of materials. It shall require a modification within the carriageway and shall have an implication on proposed car parking. The details of the design in relation to items 1 and 2 shall be agreed with the Roads and Traffic Department prior to the commencement of the development.” Item 3814 Motion in the name of Councillor Brendan Carr

That the Manager install picture or mutli-lingual signs along the canal bank (in particular at from Binns Bridge to Cross Guns Bridge) warning people that the canal can be slippy dangerous and it is possible to fall in as there have been reports of drownings or near drownings in the area.

Report If the member of the Committee agrees with this motion, it will be passed on to Waterways Ireland, the organisation exclusively responsible for the canal banks for reply. Item 3815 Motion in the name of Councillor Brendan Carr

That City Manager outline the regulations in relation to private residents installing CCTV outside their homes, and whether the footage from private cctv cameras would be considered by Dublin City Council for example in cases of illegal dumping.

Report

The Data Protection Acts do not prohibit private individuals from putting CCTV cameras on their premises for security purposes. The processing of personal data kept by an individual

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and concerned solely with the management of his/her personal, family or household affairs or kept by an individual for recreational purposes is exempt from the provisions of the Acts. This exemption would generally apply to the use of CCTVs in a domestic environment. If the data collected is used for any other purposes the exemptions cease to apply.

Therefore the processing of any personal data collected by a private individual as described above by another third party e.g. Dublin City Council, for other purposes would be in breach of the Data Protection Acts. More information on the use of CCTV is available on the Data Protection Commissioner‟s website www.dataprotection.ie Note re covert surveillance.

The use of CCTV recording to obtain data without an individual's knowledge is generally unlawful. Covert surveillance is normally only permitted on a case by case basis where the data are kept for the purposes of preventing, detecting or investigating offences, or apprehending or prosecuting offenders. This provision automatically implies an actual involvement of An Garda Síochána or an intention to involve An Garda Síochána.

Covert surveillance must be focused and of short duration. Only specific (and relevant) individuals/locations should be recorded. If no evidence is obtained within a reasonable period, the surveillance should cease.

If the surveillance is intended to prevent crime, overt cameras may be considered to be a more appropriate measure, and less invasive of individual privacy.

Item 3816 Motion in the name of Councillor Brendan Carr

That the Manager consider the installation of permanent CCTV at Phibsborough Avenue /the Boro to deter anti-social behaviour/dumping and graffiti and that the manager states whether there is any assistance for the removal of graffiti from private residences and businesses.

Report Dublin City Council have a portable CCTV unit which we use to target illegal dumping. We will look at positioning it in Phibsborough Avenue. Due to logistical difficulties with cabling and recording, permanent CCTV is used in Dublin City Council complexes only.

The new Pobal graffiti scheme does not extend to Phibsborough, however if the property owners write to the Central Area Office, 51/53 Sean Mac Dermott Street Lower, Dublin 1 or e-mail [email protected] with their contact details, we can arrange for our contractor to have a waiver form signed and have the graffiti removed.

Item 3817 Motion in the name of Councillor Brendan Carr

That the Manager have the weeds removed from the footpaths/trees at Aughrim Street and Manor Street, and the plants replaced in the planters on Manor Street and to provide hanging baskets for Manor Street/Aughrim Street/Prussia Street.

Report The weed spraying has been completed in the Aughrim Street, Manor Street district.

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Plants will be replaced on Manor Street where necessary. However, Parks Division are not in a position to replace hanging baskets as they are fully committed for the year.

Item 3818 Motion in the name of Councillor Aodhan O’Riordain

That the Manager ensure that Phibsborough Avenue, the Boro and Castle Terrace are swept on a regular basis and that special attention is given to Castle Terrace which residents report is omitted from cleaning schedules. Report

Waste Management Services have Phibsborough Avenue, the Boro and Castle Terrace scheduled to be swept every Monday after the refuse collection has taken place there. Waste Management Services will ensure that this cleaning schedule is strictly adhered to and that all these streets receive proper attention.


That the Manager examine a parking scheme for Glasnevin Cemetery with a view to ensuring that nearby residents are not discommoded. Report

There has been a preliminary meeting between Dublin City Council and the Dublin Cemeteries Committee. At this stage no parking scheme has been developed for consideration.


That the Manager report on the coach parking at Sean McDermott Street, state who issues the licenses parking, if there are time limitations that can be placed on the parking there and to examine this from a health and safety perspective. Report

This matter will be referred to An Garda Síochána if the Committee agrees to the terms of this motion.


That the Area Committee supports the residents of Liberty House for the original development and refurbishment proposals to be implemented as a matter of urgency and that the Manager outlines what progress has been made with the Department of the Environment in relation to the refurbishment.

Report

Following meetings with residents and local public representatives, Dublin City Council acknowledge that the residents of Liberty House are insistent that the proposal which has been rejected by the Department is progressed. This proposal was submitted following extensive consultation with residents over a long period of time. While it is extremely

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regrettable that this proposal was rejected, nonetheless, at the request of the Department of the Environment, Heritage and Local Government, possible revisions to this proposal are being examined by the City Architect‟s Division. When these are finalised they will be forwarded to the Department of the Environment, Heritage and Local Government for approval in principle following which discussions will be held with local residents to determine whether any revised proposals are acceptable to them.

We are aware that a number of public representatives are making representations to the Minister and the Department in relation to the original plan and are trying to arrange a meeting between Department officials and residents so as to enable residents to put forward their views.


That the Manager report on if any progress has been made with the Department of the Environment in relation to Fr Scully House and to outline the timescale for when the tenants who moved out will be able to move back in. Report

A meeting took place with officials from the Department of the Environment, Heritage & Local Government and officials from the Housing Department on the 4

th June 2008 to discuss the

redevelopment of Fr. Scully House. The Department raised a number of issues and these were addressed by letter of 10

th June 2008. The Department are still assessing the project

and until approval is forthcoming from the Department, no work can commence on the site. Unfortunately I cannot predict when the residents will be able to return to Fr. Scully House until work commences on the site.

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25th August 2008

To the Chairman and Members of the Central Area Committee

This report is due to be presented to the next City Council Meeting. In advance of that meeting this report is being circulated to the Local Area Committee as a matter of courtesy. It has already been before the area committee prior to being publicly advertised.

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To the Lord Mayor and Report No. 364/2008 of Members of Dublin City Council Assistant City Manager

Addition of Deerkeeper’s Lodge, Venison House & Stables, Phoenix Park, to

the Record of Protected Structures in accordance with Section 54 and 55 of the Planning and Development Act, 2000.

PHOTO OF STRUCTURE

Procedure followed In accordance with the procedures set out in Section 54 and 55 of the Planning and Development Act, 2000, Dublin City Council by public notice on 19/06/08 indicated its intention to add the above structure to the Record of Protected Structures (RPS). Subsequently no submissions were received by the City Council in response to the proposed addition. Summary Description of Structure

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Development Plan 2005 – 2011 The area is Zone Z9, to preserve, provide and improve recreational amenity and open space. It is also a Conservation Area. Assessment of Special Interest under the Planning & Development Act 2000 The Lodge and outbuildings form an important group of buildings within the Park: the architects of both Lodge and outbuildings are known, which contributes to their significance. The Lodge is designed in an early 19th century cottage ornee style, and still retains this character. Its external appearance has been little altered from its original design by Jacob Owen, while the outbuildings, designed in a more classical style by Decimus Burton, have also largely retained their early appearance.

The link to the deer herd, which is one of the key elements in the significance of the park, adds further significance. The Phoenix Park, including its mansions, institutions, memorials and lodges, is of national significance. Extent of Protected Structure Status The curtilage extends to the structure itself and to the site boundaries as in the map below where the curtilage is shaded in pink.

Submissions/Objections Received No submissions were received during the public display period of the proposed addition.

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Meeting of the Area Committee The addition of the structure was brought forward to the Central Area Committee on April 8th 2008 where it was agreed by the elected members to initiate the procedure. Recommendation to the City Council In accordance with Section 55 of the Planning and Development Act 2000 it is recommended that the Deerkeeper‟s Lodge, Venison House & Stables, Phoenix Park be added to the Record of Protected Structures in the Dublin City Development Plan 2005-2011.

The making of any addition to the Record of Protected Structures is a reserved function of the City Council. Michael Stubbs _____________________

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25th August 2008 To the Chairman and Members of the Central Area Committee This report is due to be presented to the next City Council Meeting. In advance of that meeting this report is being circulated to the Local Area Committee as a matter of courtesy. It has already been before the area committee prior to being publicly advertised.

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Addition of Rose Cottage, Phoenix Park, to the Record of Protected Structures

in accordance with Section 54 and 55 of the Planning and Development Act, 2000.

PHOTO OF STRUCTURE

Procedure followed In accordance with the procedures set out in Section 54 and 55 of the Planning and Development Act, 2000, Dublin City Council by public notice on 19/06/08 indicated its intention to add the above structure to the Record of Protected Structures (RPS). Subsequently no submissions were received by the City Council in response to the proposed addition. Summary Description of Structure The building is comprised of a detached single-storey hexagonal lodge with attic, built in 18th century and altered in 1850, with apparently later extension to west side. The interior plan form is unusual, responding to asymmetrical plan form of the

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building. The shape of the building appears to have largely been a device relating to the external appearance. This lodge was apparently originally built in the early 18th century as part of Luke Gardiner‟s demesne in the Phoenix Park. The cottage was reroofed in 1850 and an upper dormitory was added. This dormitory addition, designed by Decimus Burton, is unique to Rose Cottage among the Park Lodges. Development Plan 2005 – 2011 The area is Zone Z9, to preserve, provide and improve recreational amenity and open space. It is also a Conservation Area. Assessment of Special Interest under the Planning & Development Act 2000 Architecturally the Lodge is an attractive and unusual building, and was originally built in the eighteenth century, earlier than many of the other lodges in the Park. Park records show that in about 1850 it was re-roofed and had an upper dormitory added by raising the external walls by three or three and a half feet. This dormitory addition, designed by Decimus Burton, is unique to Rose Cottage among the Park Lodges. Although the building has undergone alterations internally, it remains very significant. The building still retains its decorative „Lodge‟ character, with its unusual projecting roof canopy. In terms of historical interest, Rose Cottage is earlier than most of the other Lodges in the Park, having been originally built in the eighteenth century. It later became a Park Constable‟s Cottage, and was added to by Decimus Burton in the mid nineteenth century. Extent of Protected Structure Status The protected structure status should include the structure itself, and the curtilage of the surrounding area as indicated below. The curtilage extends to the site boundaries as in the map below where the curtilage is shaded in pink.


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Meeting of the Area Committee The addition of the structure was brought forward to the Central Area Committee on April 8th 2008 where it was agreed by the elected members to initiate the procedure. Recommendation to the City Council In accordance with Section 55 of the Planning and Development Act 2000 it is recommended that the Rose Cottage, Phoenix Park be added to the Record of Protected Structures in the Dublin City Development Plan 2005-2011. The making of any addition to the Record of Protected Structures is a reserved function of the City Council. Michael Stubbs ____________________


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Addition of 37 Upper Drumcondra Road, Dublin 9 to the Record of Protected

Structures in accordance with Section 54 and 55 of the Planning and Development Act, 2000.

PHOTO OF STRUCTURE

Procedure followed In accordance with the procedures set out in Section 54 and 55 of the Planning and Development Act, 2000, Dublin City Council by public notice on 19/06/08 indicated its intention to add the above structure to the Record of Protected Structures (RPS).

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Subsequently no submissions were received by the City Council in response to the proposed addition. Summary Description of Structure The building comprises a two-storey, two-bay, red brick Victorian house with a two-storey projecting canted bay, situated at the end of a three-house terrace. The house is likely to have been constructed between 1890 and 1910. The interior plan form has changed little since it was constructed. The layout of the front rooms including the main reception rooms, hall, stairs and master bedroom is unaltered. The interior retains a substantial amount of its original fabric and detailing. Development Plan 2005 – 2011 The area is Zone Z1, to protect, provide and improve residential amenities. Assessment of Special Interest under the Planning & Development Act 2000 Architecturally the building retains the early appearance and proportions of its façade making a positive contribution to the streetscape. In addition, the interior retains a substantial amount of its original fabric and decorative finishes. In historical terms, No. 37 Drumcondra Road Upper bore witness to the unfolding of important events during the Irish War of Independence. The incident in Fernside is widely documented and an account of the event is included in Dan Breen‟s autobiography “My Fight for Irish Freedom”.

Extent of Protected Structure Status The protected structure status should include the structure as highlighted on the map below. The curtilage extends to the site boundaries as shown on the map below:


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Meeting of the Area Committee The addition of the structure was brought forward to the Central Area Committee on April 8th 2008 where it was agreed by the elected members to initiate the procedure. Recommendation to the City Council In accordance with Section 55 of the Planning and Development Act 2000 it is recommended that No. 37 Upper Drumcondra Road, Dublin 9 be added to the Record of Protected Structures in the Dublin City Development Plan 2005-2011.

The making of any addition to the Record of Protected Structures is a reserved function of the City Council.

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Development Department Civic Offices 1st September, 2008 To the Chairman and Members of The Central Area Committee ___________________________________________________________________ With reference to the proposed disposal of 41 Parnell Square West, Dublin 1. to John Bermingham and John Lynskey.

Dublin City Council vested 41 Parnell Square West on 18th June 1998 under the Derelict Sites Act 1990. The property is shown outlined red, coloured pink on map ref PD2008-139, a copy of which is submitted with this report. Legal proceedings challenging the validity of the Vesting Order were instituted by John Bermingham and John Lynskey, the former owners of the property. Arising from these proceedings, the parties agreed that a licence would to be granted by Dublin City Council to Mr Bermingham and Mr Lynskey to enter the property and carry out an agreed schedule of works. On completion of the works the property would be transferred back to the former owners, on payment of €75,000, which sum includes all derelict sites levies, all charges in respect of works carried on the property by the City Council and the costs associated with the legal proceedings. The specified works were carried out to the satisfaction of the City Council and the case was finalised in the High Court on 3rd April 2008. Accordingly it is now proposed to transfer the City Council‟s Fee Simple interest in the property to John Bermingham and John Lynskey as equal tenants in common, on payment of €75,000. Declan Wallace _________________ Executive Manager

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Civic Offices. 1st September, 2008

The Chairman and Members of Central Area Committee

With reference to the proposed disposal of the fee simple in the City Estate Premises at No. 4 Coke Lane, Smithfield, Dublin 7 to Alan, Norman & Sara Prendergast c/o Miley & Miley Solicitors, 35 Molesworth Street, Dublin 2

Under Indenture of Lease dated 12th April 1900, No. 7 Queen Street was demised to Mr. Thomas O‟Rourke for a term of 150 years from 25th March 1899 subject to the yearly rent of €25.40, subsequently adjusted to €24.30. Under various Indenture‟s of Assignment dated 4th April 1941, 6th January 1942 and 7th April 1973, part of No. 7 Queen Street comprising of the subject premises was assigned by the then National Bank Limited to Blanchardstown Mills Limited who together with their successors in title were indemnified against payment of rent. By way of further Indenture of Assignment dated 1st December 2006 James Murphy assigned his interest in No.4 Coke Lane to the applicants, Alan, Norman & Sara Prendergast. Alan, Norman & Sara Prendergast have applied to Dublin City Council to purchase the fee simple in the above premises. The Law Agent has advised that there is a statutory entitlement to purchase the fee simple. It is proposed to dispose of Dublin City Council‟s interest in the premises known as No. 4 Coke Lane to Alan, Norman & Sara Prendergast for the consideration of €2,450 and subject to terms and conditions. Michael Stubbs _____________________ Assistant City Manager.

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RE: Enforcement Report for Q2 of 2008 for the Central Area

The following is a summary of enforcement activity in the Central Area for Q2 of 2008 : -

Number of new complaints opened – 90

Number of S152 Warning Letters issued – 69

Number of S154 Enforcement Notices issued – 29

Number of S157 referrals to the District Court for prosecution – 4

Number of files closed/resolved – 91

Fiacra Worrall Fiacra Worrall Asst Planning Enforcement Manager Planning Department e-mail: [email protected] tel: 2223941

mailto:[email protected]

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Central Area - New complaints 1 April 2008 to 30 June 2008

Case No. Location Nature of problem Date opened

E0294/08 11, Emmet Street, Dublin 1 Erection of a satellite dish 02/04/2008

E0296/08 20, Ratra Road, Navan Road, Dublin 7 Alterations are being carried out to front facade 03/04/2008

E0298/08 Toymaster, 48 Mary Street Dublin 1 Replacement of orginal windows with pvc windows 01/04/2008

E0300/08 171, Clonliffe Road, Dublin 3 Construction of extension 01/04/2008

E0302/08 223, Phibsborough Road, Dublin 7 Endangerment - Protected Structure 02/04/2008

E0311/08 13, Cabra Road New, Dublin 7 Development works - Protected Structure 04/04/2008

E0319/08 Rear Of 9 Synnott Place, Synnott Laneway,Dublin 1 Operation of a car valeting service 09/04/2008

E0328/08 169, Granby Place, Dublin 1 Non compliance with condition 17 of 4650/03 re signs 11/04/2008

E0333/08 27, Fontenoy Street, Phibsborough, Dublin 7 Development works being carried out 15/04/2008

E0335/08 46, Fassaugh Road Lower, Cabra Dublin 7 Construction of conservatory 11/04/2008

E0338/08 Carlton Cinema, O'Connell Street Dublin 1 Erection of a large banner on the front façade 16/04/2008

E0341/08 30, Ashington Gardens, Navan Road, Dublin 7 Attachment of wood panels to the boundary wall 16/04/2008

E0345/08 97, Nephin Road, Dublin 7 Unauthorised development on laneway to rear 17/04/2008

E0347/08 12, O'connell Street Upper, Dublin 1 Change of use to a religious shop 15/04/2008

E0353/08 Prime Locations, 3, Cloonlara Sq, Phoenix Park Racecourse, Castleknock, D15 Operation of an Estate Agent's business 21/04/2008

E0356/08 7, Linenhall Street, Dublin 7 Construction of a two storey extension 17/04/2008

E0357/08 22, Cabra Park, Dublin 7 Development works taking place 17/04/2008

E0360/08 62, Griffith Downs, Drumcondra, Dublin 9 Creation of a vehicular access 18/04/2008

E0361/08 Ossory Road, North Strand, Dublin 3 Erection of large advertising signs 18/04/2008

E0364/08 71, Annamoe Terrace, Cabra, Dublin 7 Erection of a satellite dish on the front façade 18/04/2008

E0365/08 34, Annamoe Terrace, Cabra Dublin 7 Erection of a satellite dish on the front façade 18/04/2008

E0373/08 Clifton Court Hotel, 11 Eden Quay, Dublin 1 Erection of 9 flagpoles, 2 canopies and plastic signs 22/04/2008

E0378/08 Terry's Butchers, Ashley House, 182-184, Parnell Street, Dublin 1 Erection of a canopy 23/04/2008

E0379/08 384, North Circular Road, & 1, Goldsmith Street, Phibsboro, Dublin 7 Non-compliance with Condition 3 of 3203/06 re windows 01/05/2008

E0382/08 9, Glenard Avenue,North Circular Road, Dublin 7 Non compliance with 4957/07 re windows 24/04/2008

E0383/08 DID Electrical, 68 Mountjoy Square, Dublin 1 Erection of banner sign 24/04/2008

E0385/08 Woodstock Cafe, 156 Phibsboro Place, Dublin 7 Provision of a new shopfront 24/04/2008

E0386/08 15, North King Street, Dublin 7 Sale of alcohol without planning permission 24/04/2008

E0389/08 139, Clonliffe Road, Dublin 3 Removal of railings & a plinth from front of premises 21/04/2008

E0393/08 27, Aberdeen Street, Dublin 7 Non compliance with condition 2 of 2107/07 re use of extension roof 29/04/2008

E0394/08 1/2, Royal Canal Terrace, Phibsboro Road Dublin 7 Development works - Protected Structure 28/04/2008

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E0395/08 2,3,4, Arran Street East, Dublin 7 Non compliance with condition 3 of permission 28/04/2008

E0401/08 113, Nephin Road, Cabra Dublin 7 Breach of conditions 4 and 5 of 2925/06 re access to balcony 29/04/2008

E0402/08 10, Killarney Street, Dublin 1 Sub division into multiple units 29/04/2008

E0418/08 17, Nephin Road, Cabra, Dublin 7 Storage of containers 01/05/2008

E0423/08 36, Hollybank Road, Drumcondra, Dublin 9 Subdivision into a number of units 06/05/2008

E0424/08 139, Parnell Street, Dublin 1 Commencement of development prior to a decision on planning application 07/05/2008


E0426/08 105, Capel Street, Dublin 1 Non compliance with 2264/06 re encroachment 07/05/2008

E0431/08 45, Cabra Park, Phibsboro, Dublin 7 Sub division into multiple units 07/05/2008

E0440/08 23, Hollybank Road, Drumcondra, Dublin 9 Construction of a concrete platform 08/05/2008

E0441/08 46, Mobhi Road, Dublin 9 Wall has been increased to over 7 ft high 08/05/2008

E0442/08 19, Distillery Road, Dublin 3 Development works taking place to the rear 08/05/2008

E0457/08 1, Church Walk, Riverston Abbey, Navan Road, Dublin 7 Non compliance with 2693/07 re location of extension 09/05/2008

E0482/08 98, Brunswick Street North, Dublin 7 Endangerment to protected structure 12/05/2008

E0484/08 121, Ventry Park, Cabra West, Dublin 7 Construction of a two storey extension to the rear and side 14/05/2008

E0491/08 24 & 25, Prussia Street, Dublin 7 Priovision of signs on 2 properties 16/05/2008

E0493/08 585, North Circular Road, Dublin 1 Construction of an extension 16/05/2008

E0494/08 68, Annamoe Drive, Cabra, Dublin 7 provision of a satellite dish 16/05/2008

E0495/08 34, Olaf Road, Dublin 7 Demolition works being carried out 15/05/2008

E0505/08 13, St Josephs Parade, Dublin 7 Breach of condition 5 of 1857/08 re working hours 16/05/2008

E0514/08 99-100, Capel Street, Dublin 1 Development works taking place 16/05/2008

E0519/08 22, Villa Park Road, Dublin 7 Non compliance with 2896/07 re extension and access 21/05/2008

E0525/08 36, Hollybank Road, Drumcondra, Dublin 9 Removal of front railings and construction of a raised concrete platform 22/05/2008

E0530/08 82, Iona Road, Glasnevin, Dublin 9 Construction of an extension and roof light 22/05/2008

E0534/08 38, Joyce Road, Drumcondra, Dublin 9 Erection of a fence exceeding 2m in height 26/05/2008

E0539/08 151, North Circular Road, Dublin 7 Provision of a satellite dish to front 29/05/2008

E0540/08 19, Black Street, Dublin 7 Provision of a satellite dish to front 29/05/2008

E0541/08 21, Kinahan Street, Dublin 7 Provision of a satellite dish to front 29/05/2008

E0542/08 24, Findlater Street, Dublin 7 Provision of a satellite dish to front 29/05/2008

E0543/08 1, Jerome Connor Place, Dublin 7 Provision of a satellite dish to front 29/05/2008

E0547/08 Site at North Wall Quay, New Wapping St, Mayor St & Castleforbes Rd, D1 Non compliance with Condition 6 of DD457 re working hours 27/05/2008

E0555/08 Site adjacent to PricewaterhouseCoopers, North Wall Quay, Dublin 1 Placing of a planning site notice without submission of an application 29/05/2008

E0561/08 18, Distillery Road, Dublin 3 Construction of an extension to the rear 29/05/2008

E0563/08 3, Whitworth Place, Drumcondra, Dublin 3 Construction of an extension to the rear 30/05/2008

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E0566/08 10, Gloucester Place Lower, Dublin 1 Construction of an extension 03/06/2008

E0578/08 18, Sherrard Street Upper, Dublin 1 Endangerment of protected structure 04/06/2008

E0579/08 106, Leix Road, Cabra, Dublin 7 Construction of a granny flat 04/06/2008

E0581/08 47, Cabra Park, Phibsborough, Dublin 7 Provision of a satellite dish 04/06/2008

E0582/08 30, Annamoe Road, Cabra, Dublin 7 Operation of a car repair business 05/06/2008

E0583/08 Former C.I.E. Lands at Carnlough Road, Off New Cabra Road, Cabra, D7 Removal of trees 05/06/2008

E0586/08 60, Abbey Drive, Riverston Abbey, Navan Road, Dublin 7 Operation of a business from residence 05/06/2008

E0593/08 85, North King Street, Dublin 7 Development works taking place 23/06/2008

E0594/08 127, Phibsboro Road, Dublin 7 Provision of a new vehicular access 09/06/2008

E0597/08 63, Drumcondra Road Upper, Drumcondra, Dublin 9 Breach of condition 4 of 5246/07 re working hours 09/06/2008

E0599/08 17, Summer Street North, Dublin 1 Sub division into mulitple units 11/06/2008

E0600/08 66, Montpelier Park, Dublin 7 Construction of an extension 11/06/2008

E0601/08 77, Upper Gardiner Street, Dublin 1 Change of use to Karoke & snooker hall 11/06/2008


E0613/08 23A&B Newcomen Court, North Strand, Dublin 3 Breach of Condition 2 of 2993/00 re external finishes of house 13/06/2008

E0615/08 33, Annamoe Road, Dublin 7 Erection of cctv cameras to front side and rear 12/06/2008

E0617/08 12, Middle Mountjoy Street,Dublin 7 Erection of sign & use as a language school 13/06/2008

E0619/08 Li Jin Yuan Restaurant, 143, Parnell Street, Dublin 1 Use of 1st & 2nd floors as karoake rooms 17/06/2008

E0620/08 100, Parnell Street, Dublin 1 Use of the 1st floor as a karoake room 17/06/2008

E0621/08 103, Parnell Street, Dublin 1 Use of the 1st floor as a karoake room 17/06/2008

E0625/08 Catherines Lane, Off Church Street, Dublin 7 Use of storage shed as a shop 18/06/2008

E0649/08 568-570, North Circular Road, Dublin 7 Sub division into multiple units 18/06/2008

E0655/08 73, Cabra Park, Dublin 7 Satellite dishes, shed and non provision of refuse storage area 19/06/2008

E0656/08 186, East Wall Road, Dublin 3 Provision of a balcony 19/06/2008

E0665/08 141, Parnell Street, Dublin 1 Construction of an extension 25/06/2008

E0668/08 1-2, Killarney Parade, 9 Kenmare Parade Dublin 7 Sub division into mulitple units 30/06/2008

E0671/08 43, Cabra Drive, North Circular Road, Dublin 7 Incorporation of public land into site 26/06/2008

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Central Area - Warning Letters issued 1 April 2008 to 30 June 2008

Case No. Location Nature of problem Date of Issue

E0076/08 29, New Cabra Road, Dublin 7 Erection of a satellite dish on the roof 24/04/2008

E0166/08 149, Clonliffe Road, Dublin 3 Provision of first floor extension 18/04/2008

E0217/08 53 & 55, Upper Drumcondra Road, Dublin 9 Removal of railings that divide the driveways 18/04/2008

E0272/08 9, Oriel Street, Dublin 1 Sub division of house into separate units 18/04/2008

E0285/08 Murrays Bar, 33-34 O'Connell Street, Dublin 1 provision of signs and new shop front 02/04/2008

E0289/08 36, Shelmalier Road, Eastwall, Dublin 3 Construction of extension 02/04/2008

E0294/08 11, Emmet Street, Dublin 1 Erection of a satellite dish 02/04/2008

E0296/08 20, Ratra Road, Navan Road, Dublin 7 Alterations are being carried out to front facade 03/04/2008

E0304/07 55, Montpelier Hill Dublin 7 Development works at a Protected Structure 28/04/2008

E0313/04 20, Blessington Street, Dublin 7 Satellite dishes 18/04/2008


E0328/08 169, Granby Place, Dublin 1 Non compliance with condition 17 of 4650/03 re signs 14/04/2008

E0333/08 27, Fontenoy Street, Phibsborough, Dublin 7 Development works being carried out 16/04/2008


E0347/08 12, O'connell Street Upper, Dublin 1 Change of use to a religious shop 17/04/2008

E0353/08 Prime Locations, 3, Cloonlara Square, Phoenix Park Racecourse, Castleknock, D15 Operation of an Estate Agent's business 22/04/2008

E0360/08 62, Griffith Downs, Drumcondra, Dublin 9 Creation of a vehicular access 18/04/2008


E0364/08 71, Annamoe Terrace, Cabra, Dublin 7 Erection of a satellite dish on the front façade 21/04/2008

E0365/08 34, Annamoe Terrace, Cabra Dublin 7 Erection of a satellite dish on the front façade 21/04/2008

E0373/08 Clifton Court Hotel, 11 Eden Quay, Dublin 1 Erection of 9 flagpoles, 2 canopies and plastic signs 22/04/2008

E0378/08 Terry's Butchers, Ashley House, 182-184, Parnell Street, Dublin 1 Erection of a canopy 24/04/2008

E0379/08 384, North Circular Road, & 1, Goldsmith Street, Phibsboro, Dublin 7 Non-compliance with Condition 3 of 3203/06 re windows 06/05/2008


E0385/08 Woodstock Cafe, 156 Phibsboro Place, Dublin 7 Provision of a new shopfront 25/04/2008

E0389/08 139, Clonliffe Road, Dublin 3 Removal of railings & a plinth from front of premises 28/04/2008

E0393/08 27, Aberdeen Street, Dublin 7 Non compliance with condition 2 of 2107/07 re use of extension roof 29/04/2008

E0395/08 2,3,4, Arran Street East, Dublin 7 Non compliance with condition 3 of permission 30/04/2008

E0401/08 113, Nephin Road, Cabra Dublin 7 Breach of conditions 4 and 5 of 2925/06 re access to balcony 29/04/2008

E0402/08 10, Killarney Street, Dublin 1 Sub division into multiple units 06/05/2008

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E0423/08 36, Hollybank Road, Drumcondra, Dublin 9 Subdivision into a number of units 07/05/2008

E0424/08 139, Parnell Street, Dublin 1 Commencement of development prior to a decision on planning application 08/05/2008

E0426/08 105, Capel Street, Dublin 1 Non compliance with 2264/06 re encroachment 07/05/2008

E0431/08 45, Cabra Park, Phibsboro, Dublin 7 Sub division into multiple units 08/05/2008

E0440/08 23, Hollybank Road, Drumcondra, Dublin 9 Construction of a concrete platform 08/05/2008

E0441/08 46, Mobhi Road, Dublin 9 Wall has been increased to over 7 ft high 08/05/2008

E0442/08 19, Distillery Road, Dublin 3 Development works taking place to the rear 08/05/2008

Case No. Location Nature of problem Date of Issue


E0493/08 585, North Circular Road, Dublin 1 Construction of an extension 16/05/2008

E0494/08 68, Annamoe Drive, Cabra, Dublin 7 Provision of a satellite dish 16/05/2008

E0505/08 13, St Josephs Parade, Dublin 7 Breach of condition 5 of 1857/08 re working hours 20/05/2008

E0514/08 99-100, Capel Street, Dublin 1 Development works taking place 20/05/2008

E0519/08 22, Villa Park Road, Dublin 7 Non compliance with 2896/07 re extension and access 21/05/2008

E0525/08 36, Hollybank Road, Drumcondra, Dublin 9 Removal of front railings and construction of a raised concrete platform 22/05/2008

E0534/08 38, Joyce Road, Drumcondra, Dublin 9 Erection of a fence exceeding 2m in height 26/05/2008

E0539/08 151, North Circular Road, Dublin 7 Provision of a satellite dish to front 29/05/2008

E0540/08 19, Black Street, Dublin 7 Provision of a satellite dish to front 29/05/2008

E0541/08 21, Kinahan Street, Dublin 7 Provision of a satellite dish to front 29/05/2008

E0542/08 24, Findlater Street, Dublin 7 Provision of a satellite dish to front 30/05/2008

E0543/08 1, Jerome Connor Place, Dublin 7 Provision of a satellite dish to front 30/05/2008

E0547/08 Site at North Wall Quay, New Wapping St, Mayor St &, Castleforbes Rd, D1 Non compliance with Condition 6 of DD457 re working hours 28/05/2008

E0555/08 Site adjacent to PricewaterhouseCoopers, North Wall Quay, Dublin 1 Placing of a planning site notice without submission of an application 30/05/2008

E0563/08 3, Whitworth Place, Drumcondra, Dublin 3 Construction of an extension to the rear 30/05/2008

E0566/08 10, Gloucester Place Lower, Dublin 1 Construction of an extension 03/06/2008

E0579/08 106, Leix Road, Cabra, Dublin 7 Construction of a granny flat 05/06/2008

E0581/08 47, Cabra Park, Phibsborough, Dublin 7 Provision of a satellite dish 05/06/2008

E0582/08 30, Annamoe Road, Cabra, Dublin 7 Operation of a car repair business 06/06/2008

E0583/08 Former C.I.E. Lands at Carnlough Road, Off New Cabra Road, Cabra, Dublin 7 Removal of trees 06/06/2008

E0586/08 60, Abbey Drive, Riverston Abbey, Navan Road, Dublin 7 Operation of a business from residence 06/06/2008

E0594/08 127, Phibsboro Road, Dublin 7 Provision of a new vehicular access 10/06/2008

E0597/08 63, Drumcondra Road Upper, Drumcondra, Dublin 9 Breach of condition 4 of 5246/07 re working hours 10/06/2008

E0599/08 17, Summer Street North, Dublin 1 Sub division into mulitple units 12/06/2008

E0600/08 66, Montpelier Park, Dublin 7 Construction of an extension 12/06/2008

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E0613/08 23A&B Newcomen Court, North Strand, Dublin 3 Breach of Condition 2 of 2993/00 re external finishes of house 16/06/2008

E0615/08 33, Annamoe Road, Dublin 7 Erection of cctv cameras to front side and rear 20/06/2008

E0665/08 141, Parnell Street, Dublin 1 Construction of an extension 26/06/2008

E0738/07 32, North Great Charles Street, Dublin 1 Damaged roof endangering a Protected Structure 01/04/2008

E0827/07 29, Nelson Street, Dublin 7 Development works taking place to rear 18/04/2008

E1124/07 139, North Circular Road, D7 Provision of a satellite dish to front 20/06/2008

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Central Area - Enforcement Notices issued 1 April 2008 to 30 June 2008

Case No. Location Nature of problem Notice issued

E0016/08 ABC Europa Foods, North Circular Road, Dublin 7 Erection of 2 satellite dishes on the front façade 27/05/2008

E0094/08 24, Cabra Park, Phibsboro, Dublin 7 Construction of extension to the rear 23/05/2008

E0113/08 Nabco Site, Finglas Road/ Tolka Valley, Finglas Dublin 11 Breach of condition 8 of 1818/02 re working hours 28/04/2008

E0127/08 17, Millbourne Avenue, Dublin 9 Non compliance with 4854/07 re window 21/04/2008

E0138/08 116, Cabra Park, Dublin 7 Use of a shed to the rear for human habitation 10/04/2008

E0153/08 144A, Dublin Industrial Estate, Ballyboggan Road, Glasnevin D9 18m high telecommunications support structure and antenna 21/04/2008

E0164/08 27, Capel Street, Dublin 1 Provision of signs 23/05/2008

E0164/08 27, Capel Street, Dublin 1 Provision of signs 04/06/2008

E0180/08 37, Dunmanus Road, Cabra, Dublin 7 Construction of an an extension 03/06/2008

E0231/08 23/24 Liffey Street, Dublin 1 Sub division into 2 units 12/05/2008

E0383/08 DID Electrical, 68 Mountjoy Square, Dublin 1 provision of a banner sign 27/05/2008

E0401/08 113, Nephin Road, Cabra Dublin 7 Breach of condition 4 and 5 of 2925/06 re access to balcony 26/05/2008

E0596/07 22, Claude Road, Drumcondra, Dublin 9 Replacement of front boundary wall and railingswith gate 23/05/2008

E0604/07 86, North King Street, Dublin 7 Works to a Protected Structure 19/06/2008

E0722/07 1 - 6 Haymarket, Dublin 7. Change of use from tile showroom to food market 04/04/2008

E0895/06 32 Dalcassian Downs, Glasnevin, D.11 Widening of front boundary access 06/06/2008

E0895/06 32 Dalcassian Downs, Glasnevin, D.11 Widening of front boundary access 28/04/2008

E0903/07 113, North Circular Road, Dublin 7 Car park in rear garden 28/04/2008

E0987/07 28, St.Anne's Road, Drumcondra, Dublin 9 Use of structure for human habitation 21/04/2008

E0991/07 36, Clonliffe Road, Dublin 3 Provision of a structure 21/04/2008

E1026/07 34, Manor Street, Dublin 7 Sub-division of a Protected Structure. 26/05/2008

E1057/07 14, Simmons Place, North Circular Road, Dublin 1 Sub division into 2 units 23/05/2008

E1079/07 124, Quarry Road, Cabra, Dublin 7 Provision of a chalet/structure in the rear garden 21/04/2008

E1108/07 8, Geraldine Street, Off Berkeley Road, Phibsboro, Dublin 7 Non-compliance with 5356/06 re height of extension 30/04/2008

E1121/05 41,Phibsborough Road, Dublin 7 Structure erected at roof level 02/04/2008

E1159/07 42/44, Drumcondra Road Lower, Dublin 9 Change of use from restaurant to bar 23/05/2008

E1193/07 93, North Circular Road Dublin 7 Developement works at a Protected Structure 16/04/2008

E1196/07 93, North Circular Road Dublin 7 Non compliance with 3361/99 re steps at front door 12/05/2008

E1235/06 563, North Circular Road, Dublin 1 Internal alterations - Protected Structure 02/04/2008

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Central Area - Institution of Legal Proceedings 1 April 2008 to 30 June 2008

Case No. Location Nature of problem Instructions

issued

E0010/08 26, Benburb Street Dublin 7 Unauthorised units to the rear 28/04/2008

E0179/07 66, Botanic Road, Glasnevin, Dublin 9. Erection of a satellite dish on the front façade 22/04/2008

E0268/05 44, Cabra Road, Dublin 7 Construction of a shed 20sq metres by 3 metres high to the rear 22/04/2008

E0957/06 152, Church Street, Dublin 7 Non compliance with condition 13 of 1733/06 re working hours 22/04/2008

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Central Area - Cases closed 1 April 2008 to 30 June 2008

Case No. Location Nature of problem Date closed

E0041/06 149,149A-149C, North Strand Road, Dublin 3 Breach of condition 16 of 6028/04 re working hours. 09/05/2008

E00593/08 85, North King Street, Dublin 7 Development works taking place 23/06/2008

E0072/05 Moy House, 44, Belvedere Place, Dublin 1 Building at Risk 16/04/2008

E0073/08 43, New Cabra Road, Dublin 7 Endangerment of a protected structure 11/06/2008

E0074/08 19, New Cabra Road, Dublin 7 Erection of a satellite dish on the front façade 06/06/2008



E0089/08 25, Ashington Dale, Navan Road, Dublin 7 Construction of an unauthorised granny flat to the rear 06/06/2008

E0098/07 Former Distillery, Bow Street/New Church Street, Dublin 7 Endangerment 18/06/2008

E0100/02 102, Circular Road North, Dublin, 7 Mews being erected to the rear 06/06/2008

E0107/05 3-4, Liffey Street Upper, Dublin 1 Projecting advertising banner 06/06/2008

E0115/08 25, Lindsay Road, Glasnevin, Dublin 9 Removal of part of the front railings 06/06/2008

E0117/08 2, David Park, Glasnevin, Dublin 9 Erection of satellite dish on the chimney 06/06/2008

E0148/08 15, Black Street, Infirmary Road, Dublin 7 Provision of gate in the rear wall at 15 Black Street, Dublin 7 06/06/2008

E0150/03 22, Gardiner Place, Dublin 1 Protected Structure at risk 22/04/2008

E0155/08 Murphys Pub, 32 Upper Dominick Street, Dublin 7 Provision of smoking area to the rear 06/06/2008

E0158/02 14, Henrietta Street, Dublin 7 Protected Structure at risk 27/05/2008

E0159/08 20, Mountjoy Square,Dublin 1 Alterations to the front façade 06/06/2008

E0166/08 149, Clonliffe Road, Dublin 3 Provision of first floor extension 06/06/2008

E0175/08 27, Whitworth Road, Drumcondra, Dublin 9 Erection of satellite dish on the front façade 06/06/2008

E0178/06 9 Old Cabra Road, Dublin 7. Sub division of building; removal of boundary wall 27/05/2008

E0178/08 Embassy Of Beauty, 37 Upper Dorset Street,Dublin 1 Erection of a sign 06/06/2008

E0188/08 5, Auburn Street, Dublin 7 Development works taking place. 26/05/2008

E0192/08 27, Finglas Road, Glasnevin, Dublin 11 Removal of the boundary wall 13/05/2008

E0195/08 415, North Circular Road, Dublin 7 Construction of an extension to the rear 06/06/2008

E0199/08 81, Clonliffe Road, Drumcondra, Dublin 9. Construction of a 1st floor extension 06/06/2008

E0207/08 Manor Pharmacy, 21 Manor Street, Dublin 7 Erection of signs 06/06/2008

E0209/08 13, St Ignatius Road, Dublin 7 Erection of satellite dish on the front façade 06/06/2008

E0211/08 16, Killarney Parade, Dublin 7 Erection of satellite dish on the front façade 06/06/2008

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E0212/08 86, Glengariff Parade, Dublin 7 Erection of satellite dish on the front façade 06/06/2008

E0214/07 15, Whitworth Road, Dublin 9 Erection of satellite dish on the front façade 06/06/2008

E0214/08 29, Darling Estate, Blackhorse Avenue, Dublin 7 Installation of 2 metre high bi-fold gates 06/06/2008

E0225/08 Land Under Summer Arch,, Summer Street, Dublin 1 Operation of car park 06/06/2008

E0227/06 69, Ellesmere Avenue, Dublin 7 3 satellite dishes attached to the side of the above property. 06/06/2008

E0234/08 Rear 27, Fontenoy Street, Phibsborough, Dublin 7 (Works to Western Way Wall) Demolition of part of the Western Way Wall - a Protected Structure, 14/04/2008

E0241/08 Botanic House, 22-24, Botanic Road, Glasnevin, Dublin 9 Use as a smoking area 06/06/2008

E0265/08 31, Bannow Road, Cabra, Dublin 7 Non compliance with 2167/07 re roof design and height 12/06/2008


E0272/08 9, Oriel Street, Dublin 1 Sub division into separate units 06/06/2008

E0273/08 21, Manor Place, Dublin 7 Construction of a 2 storey extension 13/05/2008

E0279/08 38, Goldsmith Street, Off Berkeley Road, Phibsboro, Dublin 7 Erection of a satellite dish on the front facade 13/05/2008

E0285/08 Murrays Bar, 33-34 O'Connell Street, Dublin 1 Provision of signs and change of shop front 06/06/2008

E0288/07 37, Montpellier Hill, Dublin 7 Endangerment to Protected Structure 23/04/2008

E0289/08 36, Shelmalier Road, Eastwall, Dublin 3 Construction of an extension 13/05/2008

E0296/08 20, Ratra Road, Navan Road, Dublin 7 Alterations taking place to front façade 18/04/2008

E0298/08 Toymaster, 48 Mary Street Dublin 1 Replacement of of orginal windows with pvc 13/05/2008


E0338/08 Carlton Cinema, O'Connell Street Dublin 1 Erection of a large banner on the front façade 06/06/2008


E0345/08 97, Nephin Road, Dublin 7 Unauthorised development on laneway to rear 09/05/2008

E0353/08 Prime Locations, 3, Cloonlara Square, Phoenix Park Racecourse, Castleknock, D15 Operation of an Estate Agent's business 06/06/2008

E0356/08 7, Linenhall Street, Dublin 7 Construction of a two storey extension 06/06/2008



E0383/08 DID Electrical, 68 Mountjoy Square, Dublin 1 Erection of banner sign 06/06/2008

E0386/08 15, North King Street, Dublin 7 Sale of alcohol without planning permission 06/06/2008

E0394/08 1/2, Royal Canal Terrace, Phibsboro Road Dublin 7 Development works - Protected Structure 15/05/2008

E0418/08 17, Nephin Road, Cabra, Dublin 7 Storage of containers 06/06/2008

E0420/01 42, o connell street upper, 1 Endangerment of Protected Structure 09/04/2008

E0450/05 9, Millmount Terrace, Drumcondra, Dublin 9 Op-eration of a Chinese Clinic 06/06/2008

E0470/01 39, Montpelier Hill, Dublin, 7 Endangerment of Protected Structure 23/04/2008

E0470/07 40-41, Lower Dominick Street,Dublin 7 Endangerment of Protected Structure 16/05/2008

E0481/07 Fuji Ltd,78 a,b,c Lagan Road,Glasnevin,Dublin 11 Erection of a steel frame building 10/04/2008

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E0491/08 24 & 25, Prussia Street, Dublin 7 Priovision of signs on 2 properties 06/06/2008

E0530/08 82, Iona Road, Glasnevin, Dublin 9 Construction of an extension and roof light 06/06/2008

E0578/08 18, Sherrard Street Upper, Dublin 1 Endangerment of protected structure 18/06/2008

E0586/04 Claude Hall, Claude Road, Glasnevin, Dublin 9 Non compliance with permission re height and windows 06/06/2008

E0587/04 152,153 And 155 Church Street, Dublin 7. Demolistion works had been carried out without planning permission. 06/06/2008

E0635/07 10-11, Gardiner Place, Dublin 1 Breach of plannning permission re installation of steps 15/04/2008

E0738/04 14, Sherrard Street Lower, Dublin 1 Endangerment of protected structure 16/04/2008

E0746/07 Laneway at Blessington Street, Dublin 7 Provision of a shop front sign blocking a street sign 06/06/2008

E0795/07 45, North Circular Road, Dublin 7 Subdivision into multiple units 06/06/2008

E0809/07 502, North Circular Road, Dublin 1 Construction of an extension - Protected Structure 06/06/2008

E0887/07 Des Kelly Interiors, Unit 5, Slaney Road,, Dublin Industrial Estate, Dublin 11 Change of use to retail 06/06/2008

E0898/07 94, Claremont Court, Glasnevin,Dublin 11 Erection of two satellite dishes on the front façade 06/06/2008

E0909/07 131d, Slaney Road, Dublin Industrial Estate,Dublin 11 Construction of an extension 06/06/2008

E0931/07 45, Homefarm Park, Drumcondra, Dublin 9 Erection of a satellite dish on the front façade 06/06/2008


E0942/03 34, Gardiner Street, Dublin 1 Endangerment of protected structure 16/04/2008

E0965/07 79, Queen Street, Dublin 7 Endangerment of protected structure 04/04/2008

E1018/07 2, Gardiner Place, Dublin 1 Subdivision into multiple units 06/06/2008

E1035/07 25 & 26, Mountjoy Square East, Dublin 1 Development works to listed buildings 18/06/2008

E1036/07 27, Mountjoy Square East, Dublin 1 Development works to a listed building 18/06/2008

E1042/04 122, Church Street, Dublin 7 Removal of original shop front 06/06/2008

E1044/07 59, Norfolk Road, Dublin 7 Erection of a satellite dish on the front façade 06/06/2008

E1052/01 20, Mountjoy Square East, 1 Development works to a listed building 18/04/2008

E1060/07 6, Sackville Gardens, Ballybough, Dublin 3 Change of use from residential to drop in centre 06/06/2008

E1071/04 49-51, Saint Mobhi Road, Glasnevin, Dublin 9 Commencement of development prior to a decision on planning application 06/06/2008

E1107/07 15, St Teresa's Place, Glasnevin, Dublin 9 Development works to a listed building 14/04/2008

E1138/00 5, Gaelic Street, North Strand, 3 Extension under construction at rear 06/06/2008

E1151/07 1,1a,1b, Old Cabra Road, Dublin 7 Non compliance with permission re provision of shed 06/06/2008

E1192/07 85, Hollybank Road, Drumcondra, Dublin 9 Erection of 2 Satellite dishes 13/06/2008

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MINUTES OF THE TRAFFIC ADVISORY GROUP HELD ON 21ST

AUGUST, 2008

c Parking Prohibitions

1 Store Street, Dublin 1.

Reps for Loading Bay on Store Street.

Public Rep DocID:198032

Not Recommended

Single Yellow Line at this location facilitates loading/un-loading for a period of upto 30 minutes.

2 Little Strand Street, Dublin 1.

Rescind Pay & Display Parking on Little Strand Street and replace by extending existing Double Yellow Lines.

Dublin City Council DocID:198839

Recommended

Northside of Strand Street Little from a point 30m east of the western boundary of property No. 20 Strand Street Little west for 5m.

3 Summer Street North, Dublin 1.

Reps to rescind Disabled Parking Bay outside No.22 Summer Street North, North Circular Road.

Resident DocID:205235

Recommended

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4 North Lotts, Dublin 1.

Reps to Change 'No Parking 7am to 7pm Mon-Sat' signs to 'No Parking at Any Time' signs on North Lotts.


Recommended

5 Summerhill/ Buckingham Street Upper, Dublin 1.

Reps to extend Double Yelow Lines at the junction of Summerhill and Buckingham Street Upper.

Gardai DocID:200333

Recommended

Southside of Summerhill from a point 15m east of Buckingham Street east for a further 15m.

6 St. Laurence Place East, Dublin 1.

Reps for Parking Restrictions on St. Laurence Place East, off Seville Place.


Recommended

Double Yellow Lines on eastside from the northernmost point of the build-out at the junction with Seville Place, south for 8m and on westside from the northernmost point of the build-out at the junction with Seville Place, south for 6m. School Keep Clear on eastside from a point 8m south of the northernmost point of the build-out at the junction with Seville Place, south into the southern corner of St. Laurence Place East.

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7 Church Street East, Dublin 3.

Reps for Permit Parking on Church Street East.


Not Recommended

Rejected at survey (Aug 08). 24 on register, 11 votes returned, 3 yes, 7 no, 1 spoiled.

8 Irvine Court, Dublin 3.

Reps for Permit Parking on Irvine Court.


Not Recommended

Rejected at survey (Aug 08). 7 on register, 4 votes returned, 1 for, 3 against.

9 Clonliffe Avenue/Ballybough Road, Dublin 3.

Reps for Double Yellow Lines at the junction of Clonliffe Avenue and Ballybough Road.


Not Recommended

During an on-site visit no parking problems that would warrant additional double yellow lines were observed.

10 Abercorn Road, Dublin 3.

Reps for Permit Parking on Abercorn Road, East Wall.


Not Recommended

Rejected at survey (Aug 08). 32 on register, 21 votes returned, 4 for, 17 against.

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11 Bargy Road/East Road, Dublin 3.

Reps for Double Yellow Lines on Bargy Road from junction with East Road.


Recommended

On both southside and northside west for 8m.

12 Church Avenue East, Dublin 3.

Reps for Permit Parking on Church Avenue East, East Wall.


Not Recommended

Rejected at survey.

13 Irvine Terrace, Dublin 3.

Reps for Permit Parking on Irvine Terrace, East Wall.


Not Recommended

Rejected at survey (Aug 08). 29 on register, 16 votes returned, 6 for, 9 against, 1 spoiled.

14 Avondale Road, Dublin 7.

Reps for Permit Parking on Avondale Road, Phibsborough.


Recommended

Accepted at survey, Hours Mon-Fri 07.00-19.00. 38 on register, 21 votes returned, 14 for (+1 n.or), 4 against (+2 n.o.r).

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15 Nephin Road, Dublin 7.

Reps for Double Yellow Lines on Nephin Road.


Not Recommended

It is illegal to park on footpaths or on grass verges. Referred to Parking Enforcement.

16 St. Joseph's Place, Dublin 7.

Reps to rescind Pay & Display Parking on St. Joseph's Place and replace with Single Yellow Line operating 9am to 6pm Mon-Sat.


Recommended

Southside from a point 24m west of Dorset Street, west for 8m.

17 Ulster Street, Dublin 7.

Reps for Extension of Permit Parking Hours on Ulster Street, Phibsborough.


Recommended

Accepted at survey, Hours Mon-Sun 07.00-24.00. 26 on register, 13 votes returned, 10 for (+2 n.o.r), 1 against.

18 Ballymun Road, Dublin 9.

Reps for Double Yellow Lines on Ballymun Road outside Clonmore Court Apartments.

Business DocID:199667

Recommended

Eastside, from a point 39 m south of Griffith Avenue, south to the southern boundary of Clonmore Court.

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19 Woodville Road, Dublin 9.

Reps for Permit Parking on Woodville Road.


Recommended

Acccepted at survey, hours Mon-Sun 07.00-24.00. 17 on register, 16 votes returned, 9 for (+1 n.o.r) and 6 against.

20 Northbrook Avenue Upper, Dublin 1.

Reps for Double Yellow Lines on Northbrook Avenue Upper, on the corner.


Recommended

On the southside of Northbrook Avenue Upper from Northbrook Terrace east for 5m. On the eastside of Northbrook Terrace from Northbrook Avenue Upper south for 5m. On the westside of Northbrook Terrace from LS No.1 north for 3m.

21 Church Road, Dublin 3.

Reps for Double Yellow Lines on Church Road, on either side of the entrance to The Lighthouse Apartments.

Business DocID:201214

Recommended

Westside, 3 m north and 3 m south of the entrance to the Lighthouse Apartment Block (at the western corner of Church Road and East Wall Road).

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22 Ossory Road/West Road, Dublin 3.

Reps for Continuous White Line at the junction of Ossory Road and West Road at Ossory Apartments.


Recommended

From the corner of Ossory Road and West Road, extending 30m west on Ossory Road and 30m north up West Road.

23 Ossory Road, Dublin 3.

Reps for Double Yellow Lines on Ossory Road, near the corner of West Road.


Recommended

South side of Ossory Road, from the southern entrance to the Ossory Industrial Estate to a point 30 m west of West Road.

24 Goldsmith Street, Dublin 7.

Reps to extend Pay and Display and Permit Parking hours on Goldsmith Street, Phibsborough.


Recommended

Accepted at survey, hours Mon-Sun 07.00-24.00. 62 on register, 31 votes returned, 15 for, 13 against (+ 1 n.o.r), 2 spoiled.

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25 Ormond Square, Dublin 7.

Reps for Extension of Pay and Display and Permit Parking hours on Ormond Square.


Recommended

Accepted at survey, hours Mon-Sun 07.00-24.00. 76 on register, 21 votes returned, 14 for (+ 2 n.o.r), 4 against, 1 spoiled.

26 Dargle Road, Dublin 9.

Reps for Disabled Parking Bay on Dargle Road.


Recommended

Southside, from a point 17m west of Drumcondra Road Lower, west for 6 m.


Reps for Double Yellow Lines on Dargle Road, at the entrance to the laneway at the rear of No. 108, Lower Drumcondra Road.


Recommended

Northside, from a point 22m east of Glenarm Avenue, east for 16m.

28 Crawford Avenue, Dublin 9.

Reps for extension of Double Yellow Lines on Crawford Avenue.


Not Recommended

During an on-site visit no parking problems that would warrant additional double yellow lines were observed.

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29 Railway Street, Dublin 1.

Reps for Double Yellow Lines on Railway Street, on one side of the road.


Recommended

Northside, from the junction with Corporation Street, east to the junction of Buckingham Street Lower.

30 Avondale Road, Dublin 7.

Reps for Pay and Display and Permit Parking on Avondale Road, Phibsborough.


Recommended

Accepted at survey, Hours Mon-Fri 07.00-19.00. 38 on register, 21 votes returned, 14 for (+1 n.or), 4 against (+2 n.o.r).

31 Great Western Square East, Dublin 7.

Reps for extension of Pay and Display and Permit Parking area on Great Western Square East, Phibsborough.


Recommended

Accepted at survey. 18 on register, 12 votes returned, 8 for, 4 against. On Great Western Square East westside from a point 5m south of Great Western Square North to a point 5m north of Great Western Square South.

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32 Great Western Square West, Dublin 7.

Reps for Pay and Display and Permit Parking on Great Western Square West, Phibsborough.


Recommended

Accepted at survey, hours Mon-Fri 08.00-18.30. 21 on register, 13 votes returned, 13 for.

33 Leslie's Buildings, Monck Place, Dublin 7.

Reps for Pay and Display and Permit Parking on Leslie's Buildings, Monck Place,


Recommended

Accepted at survey, Hours Mon-Sun 07.00-24.00. 14 on register, 10 votes returned, 10 for.

34 Carlingford Road, Dublin 9.

Reps to rescind the Disabled Parking Bay outside No. 77, Carlingford Road.


Recommended

35 St. Michael's Road, Dublin 9.

Reps for Disabled Parking Bay outside No. 10, St. Michael's Road, Glasnevin.


Recommended

Westside from the common boundary of No.s 10/12 St. Michael's Road south for 6m.

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36 Hollybank Road, Dublin 9.

Reps to rescind the Disabled Parking Bay outside No. 55, Hollybank Road, and replace with Pay and Display and Permit Parking.


Recommended


Reps for Pay and Display and Permit Parking on Dargle Road, Drumcondra.


Recommended

Accepted at survey, hours Mon-Sun 07.00-24.00. 54 on register, 36 votes returned, 22 for, 12 against (+ 1 n.o.r) and 1 spoilt.

b Traffic Conditions

38 Store Street/James Joyce Street (Corporation Street), Dublin 1.

Reps for Yellow Box at the junction of Store Street and James Joyce Street (Corporation Street).


Not Recommended

During an on-site visit no blocking of the junction was observed.

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39 Imall Road, Dublin 7.

Reps for Traffic Calming on Imall Road.


Not Recommended

Speed surveys show that speeds are appropiate for the road.

40 St. Mobhi Road/Homefarm Road, Dublin 9.

Reps for Yellow Box on St. Mobhi Road at junction with Homefarm Road.


Not Recommended

There is an existing yellow box at this junction.

41 Botanic Avenue/Woodville Road, Dublin 9.

Reps for Yellow Box on Botanic Avenue at the junction with Woodville Road.


Not Recommended

Traffic volumes exiting from Woodville Road aren't significant with blocking of the entrance occurring only occasionally at peak hour with little problems observed outside of peak hours.

42 Ballymun Road/Church Avenue, Dublin 9.

Reps for Yellow Box on Ballymun Road at the School Warden site near the junction with Church Avenue.

Gardai DocID:203864

Recommended

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43 Crawford Avenue, Dublin 9.

Reps for One-Way System on Crawford Avenue.


Not Recommended

This would inconvenience residents/ emergency services and could increase speeds on the road.

44 Homefarm Road, Dublin 9.

Reps for Ramps on Homefarm Road, Drumcondra.


Recommended

11 Speed Cushions at Lamp Standard No.s 3; 5; 7; 9; 11; 13; 15; 17; 19; 21; 23.

a Traffic Signs

45 Sheriff Street Upper/ Guild Street, Dublin 1.

'No Left Turn' from Sheriff Street Upper into Guild Street.


Recommended

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Central Area Office

51 / 53 Sean McDermott Street

Dublin 1

September 2008


With reference to a proposal to the Taking In Charge of he laneway to rear of 1-17 (Odd Numbers) Park Road, Dublin 7

Background In June 2007, a request to have the Public Right of Way extinguished over the above laneway was received from the residents of 1-17 Park Road. The reason for the extinguishment was to allow for the erection of gates on the laneway to prevent anti-social behaviour, which was taking place in the laneway. Having considered a report on the proposal, the Central Area Committee at its meeting on 11

th September 2007, recommended that the right of way be extinguished and this was later approved

by the City Council. No action has been taken by the residents to erect gates to the laneway.

Proposal

In February 2008, a further request was received from residents requesting that Dublin City Council take the laneway back in charge. The request has been examined in consultation with the relevant departments and there are no objections to taking the lane back into the charge of the City Council. Recommendation Having considered the above I recommend that this Committee approve the taking in charge of the area shown on Drawing RM 24723 for consideration later by the City Council.

Charlie Lowe Executive Manager

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Central Area Office

51 / 53 Sean McDermott Street

Dublin 1

September 2008


Staff Changes Central Area Staff changes have taken place in the Central Area as follows Anne Mills, Senior Engineer with responsibility for the Central Area has retired from Dublin City Council on the 29th of August after many years of service to Dublin City and Dublin County Councils. Catherine O’Donovan, Senior Engineer has taken up the post commencing the 1st of September Veronica Plunkett, Administrative Officer, Project Office North East Inner City, has been transferred to the Human Resources Department after 8 years working in the North East Inner City. Fergus Synnott, Administrative Officer, will take over responsibility for the Cabra Office from the 16th of September. Sheila Murray, Acting Assistant Staff Officer, Administration Unit has been appointed to the Customer Services Section having been successful in a recent competition for promotion to Customer Service Agent. Ciarán Kavanagh, Acting Assistant Staff Officer, from the Environmental Unit, will replace her. Sean Mangan, Assistant Staff Officer, will now be commencing in the Environmental Unit. We wish Anne Mills well in her retirement and Veronica Plunkett and Sheila best of luck in their new positions and thank them all for their hard work for the Central Area. We also welcome Catherine O‟Donovan and Fergus Synnott to the Central Area. An updated contact list will be distributed to the Central Area Committee at the October Meeting Deirdre Ni Raghallaigh __________________ Senior Executive Officer

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Central Area Office 51/53 Sean McDermott Street

Dublin 1

To the Chairperson and Members of the Central Area Committee September, 2008

Dorset Street/Canal Area Plan Phase 5 – Eccles Place to North Frederick Street The design and tender stages for this phase are complete. East side (inbound) – all public lighting ducts have been laid and work is ongoing on repairing and securing some old cellars. West side (outbound) – excavation work to accommodate new public lighting ducts is underway. Completion of this entire phase is expected by May 2009.

Environmental Services Unit Graffiti Removal Both the NEIC and NWIC have received approval from POBAL for applications for the new community graffiti removal programme, staff are currently identifying graffiti locations for removal under the POBAL scheme. Also using DCC funding the environmental services unit is currently actively identifying instances of graffiti in the area and arranging for removal. Removal has been carried out on or scheduled for the following locations recently: William Street North, Church Place, Arran Quay Terrace, Western Way, Grangegorman, Navan Road, Carnlough Road, Western Way, Wellington Street, Shelmailer Road, St Jarlath Road and Ormaond Quay. Anti-Graffiti Sealing Application of protect guard anti-graffiti sealant has been completed on a test area on O‟Connell StreetUpper complete application of the sealant has taken place at the Facilities Unit in Smithfield and to Grattan Bridge and also a graffiti blackspot at North Great Georges St. Covert CCTV In the period July 2008 to September 2008 the camera units have been in place in the following locations.

Shamrock Terrace Dr. Carneys Lane off Blackhorse Ave

Individual addresses have also been identified and Litter Wardens are monitoring these locations. Litter Hotline In the period July 2008 to September 2008 276 incidents were reported to the Litter Hotline:

Dumping – 233

Litter – 21

Cleansing – 15

Non tagged bags – 0

Other – 7

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The breakdown of how incidents were reported to the hotline is as follows:

E-mail – 147

Phone – 99

DCC staff – 26

Fax - 0

Counter - 4

The breakdown of the areas that the complaints relate to is as follows:

Drumcondra – 26 Phibsborough – 24

Cabra – 52 Ballybough – 10

East Wall – 22 North Wall – 15

NEIC – 66 Stoneybatter – 20

NCR –29 Other – 12

Litter Wardens The following are statistics for the Central Area Litter Wardens for June to August 2008.

On the Spot Fines Paid – 153

Number of on the spot fines issued - 801

Prosecutions Initiated - 44

Convictions - 9

Environmental Response Unit In the period July 2008 to September 2008 the Environmental Response Unit has removed. 54.50 Tonnes of dumped material from the Central Area. This includes removal of fly tipping in laneways and also dumping of heavy household goods/rubbish on roadsides and green spaces. Public Domain Defects In the period July 2008 to September 2008 Public Domain Operatives have reported 99 defects to the following departments:

Roads Maintenance - 41

Cleansing - 24

Traffic - 11

Drainage - 9

Waterworks - 0

Parks - 14

Communications The following groups and meetings are attended by representatives of the Environmental Services Unit.

NEIC Community Forum – Monthly Meetings North Wall Community Forum – Monthly Meetings Mountjoy and District Community Forum – Monthly Meetings East Wall Community Forum – Meetings every 6 weeks Drumcondra Community Forum – Monthly Meetings North West City Community Forum – Meetings held every three months Healy St & Area Community Policing Forum Meeting – Meetings held every six weeks (not

convened by DCC) Central Area Business Forum – Meetings held every two months

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Henry Street Mary Street Partnership – Monthly Meeting Capel Street Business Watch – Meetings Quarterly Croke Park Community Liaison Committee – Monthly Meetings Area JPC – Meetings held every three months

The following lists the issues that are regularly raised for attention at the various community forums attended by DCC representatives. North Wall Community Forum 1. Abandoned trailers in the area.

2. Anti-social behaviour, especially on St. Laurence's Place East. 3. Breaches of planning conditions at development sites in the area 4. Traffic issues - Seville Place.

North East Inner City Community Forum 1. Cumberland Street Market.

2. Cleansing issues and dumping in the area. 3. Anti-social behaviour at local clinics. 4. Begging and harassment of residents in the area.

Healy St & Area Community Policing Forum

1. Dumping of rubbish and cleansing issues at: Rutland Place North, Thompson Cottages, Summerhill Parade, Summer St Nth and North Circular Road – (Summerhill Parade to Dorset St)

Mountjoy and District Community Forum 1. Cleansing issues 2. Security 3. Blessington Street Basin and surrounding parks 4. Local Area Plan

Drumcondra Community Forum 1. Cleansing Issues 2. Traffic Issues 3. Anti Social Behaviour

Ballybough Community Forum 1. New Community Centre 2. Traffic 3. Cleansing

East Wall Community Forum

1. Anti-social behaviour in the playground 2. Completion of Environmental Traffic Cell 3. Cleansing

Other issues that are raised for discussion/attention include the following: Parks Playgrounds, Tree pruning, tree planting, weed spraying, green waste disposal, sports pitches, small open spaces, flower/shrub containers.

Public Lighting Requests for heritage style replacement columns, maintenance, increased wattage, new installations.

Road maintenance Footpath repairs/replacement, carriageway, repairs/replacement signage.

Traffic Management Traffic calming, traffic signals, road marking renewal, street parking, cycle ways, environmental traffic cells.

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Housing Maintenance, allocations, security (CCTV), anti social behaviour, precint improvements, parking.

Waste Management Charges, road sweeping, fines, fly dumping, dog fouling.

Planning Enforcement, objections, derelict sites, community gain.

Misc. Flooding, disruption from construction sites, institutions, funding, environmental health. Hugh McKenna Assistant Area Manager

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NORTH EAST INNER CITY INTEGRATED AREA PLAN

The final meeting of the North East Inner City Integrated Area Plan Monitoring Committee took place on 3

rd July, 2008. Dublin City Council would like to acknowledge the contribution and the hard work of

the committee members past and present over the last decade.

New Primary School and Pre-School at Gloucester Place On 5

th December 2005 a decision to grant planning permission was made in respect of a development

consisting of a 9-classroom Primary School and 7-classroom Pre-School. The structure is four storeys to Sean MacDermott Street and Gloucester Park, part three storeys with roof top covered play area enclosed with canopy to Gloucester Diamond and Gloucester Place, and part four-storey to Gloucester Place. The development has a total floor area of 3114 sq. m. The Department of Education commenced on site on 22

nd January 2007 and construction works are continuing. It is

proposed that the school will open in late October 2008. Civic Centre The Development Agreement was executed on 22

nd November 2007. The developer lodged a

planning application on 22nd

January 2008, planning reference 1174/08. A decision to request Additional Information was made on 13

th March 2008. The applicant has advised Dublin City Council

that he intends responding to the request within the required period. Liberty Park Crèche Kids Inc operate the Liberty Corner facility, on behalf of Dublin City Council, as a traditional crèche and Montessori facility. It caters for children from 3 months to 5 years. Priority is given to residents from the NEIC RAPID area. Dublin City Council is subventing the cost of childcare places for local parents. The facility caters for approximately 31 children. The crèche has been fitted out; the National Childcare Investment Programme gave funding approval for the fit out costs on 15

th December 2007.

The crèche opened for business on 21st May 2007. To draw down National Funding the crèche

needed to introduce a tiered fee structure and lower fees. There are 18 children attending the crèche on a full time basis and 1 child attends the crèche on a part time basis. Other children are booked in for the Autumn. Unfortunately the crèche has been the victim of anti-social behaviour during the month of August including four broken windows and a vandalised stolen car burnt out on it‟s play area. Liberty Corner - Disposal of Nine Retail Units The Retail Units are currently on the market for sale, four units have been disposed of, and the disposal of a further unit is almost complete. The remaining 4 units are still on the market and Lisneys are continuing to market them.

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Retail Units at Killarney Court/1-4 Portland Square (off North Circular Road) Expressions of interest from community groups, operating in the North East Inner City area, were invited and 14 submissions were received. A report and recommendation was made to the North East Inner City Integrated Area Plan Monitoring Committee on 18

th September 2007.

Killarney Court Citizens Information Centre and HOPE secured a unit each and their design requirements for their respective units have been finalised. The Contractor that had been awarded the contract to carry out the refurbishment works to the two units at Killarney Court was unable to provide a bond/personal surety from the bank, therefore the contract had to be retendered. The contract was sent out to tender on 20

th August and the deadline is Friday 12th September 2008 for return of same.

1-4 Portland Square A facility at 1-4 Portland Square (off North Circular Road) has also become available. The Cavan Centre and CASPr were recommended for these premises and the groups accepted an offer to use the premises. They have examined the premises to establish the works required to be carried out, in order that the premises can be adapted to meet their needs. Reports recommending that both groups be granted a licence to occupy the building were approved at the November Area Committee meeting and were agreed at the February City Council meeting. The Council‟s Law Department have prepared draft legal agreements for the disposal of the facility, which have been forwarded to the respective groups. There is also a reserve list of two groups, AkiDwa and Family Support Network. It is recommended that these two groups are offered facilities should any become available in the area. Foley Street Improvement Works Consultants Mott McDonald have been appointed to prepare a preliminary and detailed design for the street. The design for the scheme is progressing well. It is proposed that works will commence on site by year-end 2008. Denise Foley Senior Staff Officer

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Smithfield Infrastructural works have been completed. Tree surrounds upgraded, trees pruned, new entrances and exits installed in wall and new benches laid on top. Damaged cobbles have been reinstated in Haymarket Area. Weekly farmers market commenced on Friday 15

th August.

The refurbishment of the former enterprise units at North King for community use is completed. The process of licensing two of the units to NWICN is at an advanced stage, one of which is to be shared with the Licensee of the remaining unit. These units were refurbished within a generous grant from HARP Community Gain. Capel St and Mary St Improvement Schemes Capel St Phase 2 (Abbey St Upper to the Quays) - works are continuing and are due to be completed by next December. The Mary St scheme, which is part financed by a grant from the HARP Community Gain Fund, has commenced. NWIC Community Policing Forum At the last meeting of the forum held on 23

rd July the Waste Management Section gave a report

outlining Dublin City Councils Waste Management Policy and this was followed by a question & answer session. Other issues discussed at the meeting were antisocial behaviour; street drinking and the Gardai presented their crime report for the area. Parks Martin Savage: It is expected to start the new boundary treatment works in early October. The pitches that were drained late 2007/early 2008 should be ready for playing in another few weeks subject to weather conditions permitting and consultation with the clubs. Mount Bernard: Works at the Liam Whelan bridge entrance are nearing completion. The railings will be painted in the next few weeks. John Paul: It is proposed to upgrade the goalmouths of a few of the pitches later this year. The works will involve installing synthetic grass areas and new goal posts. Residents Associations A new residents association representing the Blackhorse Avenue area, known as Parkside Community Council, is in the process of being set up to address local issues. Staff from the Cabra

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Office met with them in late August to discuss their concerns and give advice on setting up a residents association. COMMUNITY Pelletstown/Royal Canal Park The Residents of Royal Canal Park have set up a Residents Association and the Community Staff from the Cabra Office have met with them to give advice on setting up and involving as many of the residents as possible in the group. Advice was also given on the various grants available to such groups and on the various ways that the groups can hold positive events that are fun and bring people together. Further meetings will take place at the group‟s request. On Saturday the 23

rd August the Residents Association organised a BBQ and Fun Day, which was

supported, by the Cabra Office and Community Development Section through the small grants scheme. The event went well with around 100 people attending and local shops and supermarkets supplied food. The Community staff are continuing to work with the Pastoral worker in Pelletstown. Comhairle Na nOg The Comhairle Na nOg Seminar is now being organised and this will take place in Croke Park on the 8

th of October. Community development staff are visiting schools and youth services to promote the

event and to encourage participation. HARP Monitoring Committee The final meeting of the HARP Monitoring Committee is scheduled to take place on the 9

th October,

2008.

Mary McInerney Senior Staff Officer

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North East Inner City Housing Report

Area Housing Manager – Chris Butler Sean O’Casey Avenue An in-depth examination has now been completed on the proposed mini PIP for Sean O‟Casey Avenue. Unfortunately it will not be possible to carry out the requested works to the front of Summerhill as there is no way of achieving disabled access to the houses from the pavement level in Summerhill to comply with Part M of the Building Regulations. All of the other improvement works requested by residents have been completed or will be completed shortly. Residents to consult with the CTA archictect to see what further improvements are possible. Hanging baskets have been supplied free of charge to residents who requested them. Liberty House Plans for redevelopment have been rejected by the Department of Environment, Heritage and Local Government. City Architect‟s department is working on revised plans, which it is hoped will meet DoEHLG approval. Residents are adamant they want the agreed plan to go ahead. The Minister for the DoEHLG visited the complex in July and met with Dublin City Council officials, residents representatives and local public representatives. There is major anti-social behaviour in the complex. Dublin City Council is working with residents, CPF and the Garda Siochana to address this issue. St. Mary’s Mansions Serious anti-social problems. One tenant to be served with a notice to quit. 2 Exclusion Orders requested. Gardai carrying out operation in complex. The City Council awaiting Gardai information resulting from this operation. Remedial maintenance works being considered to address this issue. Kiln/Forge Following a request from tenants, security fencing installed on walls of rear gardens of the Forge. Quotes being sought for replacement of problematic windows in complex. Sean Treacy House Complex fully detenanted. Demolition completed. Planning process completed. Tenders for project have been submitted and report is to sent to DOE for approval. Once approval has been received, it is hoped contractors will be on site October/November. Lourdes House First phase of redevelopment to be completed September/October 2008. Installation of heating has now been completed. All remaining occupied flats have been fitted with uPVC windows, unless otherwise requested by tenants.

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Matt Talbot Court Ongoing consultations with residents on redevelopment of complex underway. Needs Analysis completed. Feasibility Study and costings submitted to the DoEHLG for appraisal. Response from DoEHLG requesting further information. Problems with anti-social behaviour on stairwells. New railings to be installed at ground floor units to give defensive space to residents. Possibility of installation of Security doors being examined. James Larkin House Following requests from residents permit parking introduced. Plans for improvement works to courtyard currently being examined. Avondale House Plans for PIP have now been received approval from DOE. Contract to go to tender shortly. It is hoped to have contractor on site by end 2008. O’Brien Hall Funding for new security doors has been secured through the Estate Enhancement Scheme of RAPID. Contractors have now been engaged to carry out works and doors are currently being manufactured. Electrical upgrade works completed on access control system for new doors. Installation of doors completed. Final electrical works being undertaken.

The Community Section Update August 2008

Group Name Issues Actions

Party in the Park – celebrating summer projects/activities

Event 21st August 2008 Mountjoy Square Park Party in

the Park, RTE 2fm will broadcast live from the event as part of the Kellogg‟s “Lets get Active Initiative”. The aim is to facilitate children in ordinary play, to enable children to use their imaginations to create an atmosphere of fun and games with minimum guidance and equipment. Adult activities and games include tai chi, giant jenga, sumo suits etc.

Futsal Sport Arranged futsal with FAI in Ballybough House and Croke Villas –plans to set up groups in September for other complexes also

Activities for Senior Citizens

Recreation Supporting many groups with their summer activities and outings throughout the month of August

Environmental Community Garden o Courtney Place Community Group & Ballybough Youth Project currently working with Dublin City Council Gardeners. Probation Services & parks preparing Courtney Place ground works

o Co-ordinating Dublin City Neighbourhoods Central Area Awards Ceremony 2008

o Supporting Eastwall Ladies Gardening Group with their Community Garden Project at Killane Court

o Pride of Place –continuing to work with residents of North Great Georges Street

Small Grants Achieving funding for projects

Processed applications for various group hosting activities groups ranging from Senior Citizens to Youth Groups.

Youth Groups & Community Development Team supporting

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Residents Groups Summer trips throughout for various Residents Groups and Youth Groups. Summer Projects very successful

Summer Projects Liaise with Volunteers and Residents Groups CYC & FAI

Supporting summer projects throughout the area with volunteers, summer students and grant aid

Recreation, Sport and Community Development

Activities Fun Inc and Sports and Recreation are working with Community Development to bring a fun day to some areas without Summer Projects

Computers DIT Digital Project Computers installed in Croke Villas and Courtney Place, Ballybough Court & Teeling Way- tutoring to start September/October

Community Network Meeting

Networking Community Networking – next meeting 23rd

Sept 08

Comhairle na nÓg Dáil na nÓg Planning Comhairle na nÓg event for 8th October.

Contacting all primary and post primary schools in the Central Area.

Brian Kavanagh, Area Housing Manager Poplar Row The 33 units are nearing the end of the 12- month defect liability for the builder and final snagging has commenced on the units. There are ongoing meetings with the Residents Association. Additional external lighting will be installed on the 28 duplexes when agreement is reached with the Residents Association. Ballybough House Roof netting has been installed on the football pitch, as requested by the residents of the complexes. We have removed some washing lines in the complex on request from the Residents Association. New car park markings have been installed in the complex in July 2008 along with double yellow lines. We have removed some bollards to allow for additional spaces for residents to park their cars. Community Development staff have carried out a door-to-door survey in the complex and as result of this survey a number of new activities are currently being planned and run by DCC and other organisations for the children/young people of the complex. A proposal is being drafted for submission to the Department of Environment to get their observations and hopefully their initial approval to proposals to redevelop the vacant site at Poplar Row, the site at Orchard Road/ Tom Clarke House and Ballybough House on an incremental phased basis. Croke Villas The complex is being detenanted at present to allow for the redevelopment. Consultation meetings with Tenants reps are ongoing. Community Charter now agreed with residents committee and presented to Area Committee. No. 22, Croke Villas has been refurbished by Housing Maintenance and has been allocated as a community letting for the duration of the project. Housing Maintenance cleared out the vacant site on Sackville Avenue. Housing Maintenance secured the 3 houses that were bought under compulsory purchase order on Ballybough Road numbers 2,4 and 5 on Monday 12

th November 2007.

A meeting has taken place with some members of the neighbouring communities to keep them informed of the progress on this development. Meetings have also taken place between the Area Housing Manager, Regeneration Worker and the Residents Redevelopment Group. DCC staff will be present in the Community room/ Regeneration Office once a week from the 30

th of April 2008 to assist

the residents with their housing and maintenance issues. A preferred bidder has been selected for the redevelopment and negotiations are ongoing with a view to finalising a development agreement.

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St. Andrews House, senior citizens complex is now fully detenanted and the vacant flats have been secured by Housing Maintenance. North Clarence Street/Dunne Street There have been works carried out on the CCTV in the complex. This work involved securing the cameras and realigning them following liaison with the Community Gardai. The Area Housing Manager and the Estate Manager meets with the Residents Association and the CPF on a regular basis to discuss ongoing issues in the complex. Tom Clarke House/Orchard Road Depot A new feasibility study was commissioned on this site and a number of options are being examined. This project will be included in a submission to the DOE along with Ballybough House and Poplar Row. The Area Manager and Estate Manager meet with the Resident Association on a regular basis to discuss issues concerning them. Newcomen Court The expression of interest form has gone to Dublin City Childcare Committee and the approximate cost of the childcare facility is 3.5 million, this includes the following, construction/renovation costs, professional fees, fixture & fittings and equipment costs. The balance of the site is proposed to be used for Affordable Housing provision. St. Agatha’s Court Revised proposal being finalised. Brendan Behan Court Double yellow lines have been repainted on Wellesley place on request of the Resident Association. Monthly meetings take place with the Resident Association and Dublin City Council to discuss ongoing issues in the complex. Ballybough Community Centre The project has been delayed due to the liquidation of the main electrical subcontractor. A new subcontractor has been procured. It is estimated that these works will take a further few months. The building will then need to be commissioned and staff trained. The building is unlikely to open before the new year. Charlie Lowe Area Manager

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1st

September 2008 The Chairman and Members of Central Area Committee

North West Inner City Housing Report – September 2008 Ormond Square Works have been completed on the playground and it is now open to the public. An official opening for both the refurbished units and the playground took place on Monday, 30

th June 2008 and was

officiated by the Lord Mayor of Dublin, Cllr. Paddy Bourke. Ongoing liaising is taking place between the Residents Association and the Estate Manager. Chancery House The P.I.P. commenced in December 2007. It is hoped that these works will be completed by mid September 2008. A painting programme commenced at the end of August 2008 and will be completed by October 2008. A working group consisting of residents is in place for the duration of the P.I.P. to discuss and resolve any issues that may arise. Constitution Hill Monthly meetings are taking place between the Residents Association and Estate Management to discuss any issues that may arise. It is hoped that the P.I.P. will commence in late 2008. Blackhall/Marmion Court Water and maintenance issues within the complex are being investigated and resolved at present. It is hoped that new PTZ CCTV cameras will be installed in the complex by October 2008. Wolfe Tone Close A working group has been set up between the residents, Dublin City Council and the Community Policing Forum to work together to resolve issues of concern to residents within the complex. The Estate Manager is currently investigating the possibility of re instating the Residents Association. Hardwicke Street: (Dermot O’Dwyer & Rory O’Connor House Monthly meetings are taking place between the Residents Association and Estate Management. Ongoing maintenance problems with the electronic doors are currently being investigated and resolved. A new CCTV system is to be installed by the end of the year. Issues regarding parking are being investigated presently. Georges Place Monthly meetings are taking place between the Residents Association and Estate Management. The electronic gates have been installed and are now fully operational. Henrietta House Painting programme was completed in May 2008.The overall upgrade of the precinct is now complete. Sheridan Court/Place Monthly meetings are being held with the Residents Committee and Estate Management. The snagging of the 28 units in Sheridan Place has been completed and the complex has been handed over to Housing Maintenance. The vacant corner site on Dorset Street will be upgraded in the near future. Drumalee Estate Monthly meetings are being held with the Residents Committee and Estate Management. Saint Bricin’s Park Meetings took place in March in relation to plans and planning permission. Planning permission granted to Circle Housing Association – on appeal to An Bord Pleanala. Charlie Lowe Area Manager

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Report to the Chairman and Members of the Central Area Committee September, 2008

Sport and Leisure Services Report – Central Area

CABRA PARKSIDE COMMUNITY AND SPORTS COMPLEX

Activities available

The activities currently available in the Complex are:

Badminton Basketball

Twice daily workout classes Computers

Soccer Tae Kwon Do

Kickboxing Indoor Bowls

History Club Hip Hop Dance

Pilates Weight Watchers

Skatepark Ballet

Majorettes Irish Dancing

Yoga Teen Gym

Drama Youth Club

Passport for Leisure

Skateboard Park The Skateboard Park continues to be very popular especially during the summer months. There are over 730 registered members with new members joining every day. The Skateboard Park has a core group of approximately 60 young people using the facility several times a week. These young people are mostly from the locality. At the end of June as part of the ongoing maintenance of the park, the ramps were repainted in preparation for an upcoming young people‟s art project, scheduled to take place in September. The young people involved have designed the artwork for the project. A local artist will oversee the project. Teen Gym The Teen Gym continues to be well supported with over 300 current members. Not all members attend on a regular basis but there is currently a core of about 50 teenagers attending several times a week. Passport for leisure The Passport for Leisure programme continues to be very successful with over 100 registered members visiting the gym regularly. Each participant receives a personalised fitness programme from our fully trained gym staff. Summer Camps Several very well organised summer camps were held in Cabra Parkside over the summer months. In particular July was very busy with a wide variety of activities on offer to children and young people aged between 4 and 21 years. Please see table for more details.

Organisation Date Activities Age Group No. Participants

Bohemians FC 7th – 11

th July

Soccer 4 - 15 30

Summer Stage School

7th – 11

th July Tap

Hip Hop Musical Theatre Irish Dancing

8 – 14

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Adrienne Farrelly

1st – 11

th July Ballet 5 - 9 15

Andrea Keegan

21st – 25

th July

Hip Hop 8 - 14 10

GAA – Naomh Fionnbarra

14th of July – 1

st

of August

Various Gaelic Football and Hurling camps

13 - 16 50

Positive Living 30th June – 1

st

August Drama Magic Balloons Teen Aerobics Computers Arts & Crafts Jungle Animals Teen First Aid Dance

7 - 14 70

Cabra Parkside Summer Programme

30th June – 25

th

July Various Activities

10 - 21 85

Drama Camp

5th – 22 August Making masks

Hand Puppets Listening & Talking Treasure Hunts Costume Design Radio Presenting Creating Stories Self Portraits Public Reading Animal Masks TV Presenting Creating Commercials

7 - 12 20

Cabra History & Folklore Project The Cabra History & Folklore Project has become permanently based in Cabra Parkside. This project is made up of a group of local people who are interested in the history of Cabra as well as the whole of Ireland. The group has recently travelled to Belfast on a field trip and has plans to travel to other historical sites in the future. Adult Hip Hop A new adult Hip Hop dance class will start in September on Monday evenings from 8 – 9pm. SPORT & RECREATION – CENTRAL AREA

Champions Day Dublin City Councils Sport and Recreation Officers worked in partnership with the Football Association of Ireland, Basketball Ireland and Cerebral Palsy Sport Ireland to deliver a citywide initiative known as “Champions Day”. Champions Day took place in Dublin City Councils Cabra Parkside on the 7

th July

2008. The day involved over 70 adults with learning difficulties who attend the various St. Michaels House centres throughout the city. The sports offered on the day included Soccer, Basketball, Bocce and an obstacle course. Children’s Integration Service The Children‟s Integration Service and Dublin City Council‟s Sport and Recreation Officer worked together to facilitate the delivery of a 6 - week Badminton and Basketball programme. The programme took place in Cabra Parkside during the month of June 2008. The initiative involved 12 teenagers both male and female, ranging in age from 15-18 years, who are all from new communities within Dublin City Councils Central Area. These young people received basic coaching and information on local Basketball and Badminton clubs.

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Homeless Children’s Programme Dublin City Councils Sport and Recreation Officer worked alongside an afterschools programme run by the City of Dublin Vocational Education Committee for homeless children in the Inner City. A six-week programme in the “Fundamentals of Sport” took place in Larkin College and involved 15 children aged 10-12 years. It is hoped that other activities can be organised for these young people in the future. Fun Days and Party in the Park Dublin City Councils Sport and Recreation Officer and Dublin City Councils Community Development Officers worked in partnership to deliver a number of Fun Days in the North East Inner City. The Fun Days took place in Avondale House, Liberty Hall, O‟ Brien Hall, Mary‟s Mansions and Diamond Park. The fun days concluded with a large “Party in the Park” that took place on the 21

st August in Mountjoy

Square. Activities on the day included Street Games, Sumo Wrestling, Street Play, Soccer, Tai Chi, Karaoke and Basketball. “Party in the Park” had a very large turnout from the local community and received a very positive response in the area. Community Wellness Programmes A 10-week programme of Pilates was facilitated by Dublin City Council‟s Sport and recreation Officer for a Community Wellness programme in North Strand. The Community Wellness programme helps people who suffer from depression and other mental illness. The Pilates programme is currently running for 8 people on a weekly basis. In addition to Pilates, another group associated with Community Wellness is participating in a ten-week programme of Chair Aerobics. Basketball Dublin City Councils Sport and Recreation Officer in partnership with Oznam House are working in partnership to establish basketball coaching for children in the North East and North West Inner City. The children that will be taking part are associated with the Oznam House afterschool group that works with disadvantaged children. The basketball programme will run for 8 weeks commencing at the end of September 2008. SPORT DEVELOPMENT – NORTH WEST INNER CITY FROM HENRIETTA STREET TO HILL STREET Mr. Igor Khmil has replaced Mr. Bruce McDevitt as Sports Development Officer for this area. Mr. McDevitt has moved to the Finglas area as Sports Development Officer. Hip – hop Hip – hop continues to be very popular in the North West Inner City, with young people aged 8 –18 years. Dublin City Council‟s Sports Development Officer has planned weekly classes for Hardwicke St., Georges Place, Dominick St. and Dorset St. for an eight-week period commencing in September. Anna Livia Cup The Under 12 Futsal team from Hardwicke Street flats participated in the final of the Anna Livia Cup on Sunday 31

st of August. The Under 14 girls Futsal team from Hardwicke Street flats also participated

in finals on the 7th of September. The Sports Development Officer facilitated the delivery of this

programme. An update on how these teams faired will be included in the December Central Area Report. Weekly Futsal training sessions continue in Hardwicke St., Georges Place, Dominick St., Dorset St. and Hill St. Miscellaneous Sports Dublin City Councils Sports Development Officer will be introducing a series of new sports programmes to the area in the coming months. These programmes include Table Tennis, Olympic Handball, Basketball and Boxing. FAI/DCC FOOTBALL IN THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT – NORTH EAST INNER CITY Mr. Christy Lougheed has replaced Mr. Paul Martyn as Football Association of Ireland/Dublin City Council “Football in the Community” Development Officer for this area. Mr. Martyn has moved to a position as National Volunteer Coordinator for the FAI.

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Soccer Drop-in Sessions The FAI/DCC “Football in the Community” Development Officer organises several drop-in sessions for young people in the area. The details are as follows:

Girls 12-14yrs from Hardwicke St.

Boys Under 14yrs from Sheriff St.



Boys 12-14yrs from Hardwicke St.

Boys 12-16yrs from Dominick St.

Hardwicke Dime Project.

Belvedere Youth Club

Boys Under 14yrs from Dorset St.

Boys and Girls Under 14 yrs from Hill St. and Grenville St.

Coaching Courses

A coaching course for 24 young people from the area was organised at Stella Maris Football Club, Richmond Rd. It is hoped that these young people will now assist in community based football programmes in the future.

A Kick-Start 1 coaching course for 24 participants took place at Larkin College. These young people were from local youth groups including Youthreach, Georges St. and Stoneybatter Youth Service. It is hoped that these young people will now assist in community based football programmes in the future.

A Volunteer Management Course was held in Sheriff Street. This programme is designed to help local clubs in their development. The FAI/DCC “Football in the Community” Development Officers organised this course.

Champions Day The FAI/DCC “Football in the Community” Development Officer assisted Dublin City Council‟s Sport and Recreation Officer by delivering Soccer modules during the Champions Day sports day for learning disabled adults from all over Dublin City. Summer of Sport The FAI/DCC “Football in the Community” Development Officer assisted Dublin City Council in the Soccer element of its Summer of Sport programme by delivering fun 3-a-side Soccer modules in John Paul Park, Cabra every Tuesday and Friday night in the month of August. North Inner City Primary Schools Cup This is the first year of this competition for Boys and Girls Primary Schools in the North Inner City. A total of 20 teams took part in this competition with St. Laurence O‟Tooles School winning both the Curtis Fleming Cup for boys and the Olivia O‟Toole Cup for girls Street Leagues The Ned Hanney Cup for adult males over 16 was held for the second year over a 4-week period in the month of June. The competition involved 16 local teams taking part two nights a week for a month. The competition was a great success, with Sheriff St. winning the competition. As a direct result of this competition Hardwicke St. have established a team who will take part in the Athletic Union League for the season 2008/2009. Rapid Summer Camps The FAI/DCC “Football in the Community” Development Officer and the RAPID programme delivered two week long Soccer summer camps for over 70 young people aged 11-13 yrs from disadvantaged

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backgrounds in the Central Area. These camps were a great success with young people receiving excellent equipment and top class tuition. SPORT DEVELOPMENT – CABRA

Cabra Parkside Summer Activities Programme This was the third year that this programme was delivered and it proved to be just as popular as in previous years. The programme is delivered in partnership between Dublin City Council Cabra Parkside Community & Sports Complex, Dublin City Council Sports Development Officer Maz Reilly and Cabra Youth Service. The programme offered young people from Cabra over 300 opportunities to get involved in fun and social activities during the month of July. Over 80 young people registered for the programme and all activities were very well attended. The programme included activities such as:

Horse Riding Guitar Lessons Hill Walking Graffiti Pitch & Putt Arts & Crafts Carlingford Adventure Centre Pool Swimming Computer Games Fishing Talent Show Kayaking Karaoke Pier Jumping Film Making

Kayaking The Kayaking programme previously organised by the Sports Development Officer was well received by young people in Cabra. The programme was delivered by excellent instructors and all those attending thoroughly enjoyed the experience. The attitude and effort displayed by the young people was to be commended. As such, further Kayaking sessions are envisaged, in order to develop their skills further with a view to attaining Level 1 & 2 certificates in Kayaking. McKee & Dunard Areas It is envisaged that a sports programme will be developed for the McKee and Dunard areas. It is proposed that the programme will be delivered in Dublin City Councils Aughrim Street Centre in September. The programme will cater for the needs of young people aged between 10 – 14 years and will involve a number of sports including Soccer, Basketball and other fun games. It is hoped that this programme will initially run for 6 weeks and then local volunteers will receive training to allow them to develop the sessions into a club. FAI/DCC FOOTBALL IN THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT – O’DEVANEY, BLACKHALL, DRUMALEE, MCKEE, DUNARD & AUGHRIM ST. Mr. Ian Hill has replaced Mr. Gerry Reardon as Football Association of Ireland/Dublin City Council “Football in the Community” Development Officer for this area. Mr. Reardon has moved to a position as manager of all FAI Development Officers in the greater Dublin area. Soccer Drop-in Sessions The FAI/DCC “Football in the Community” Development Officer organises several drop-in sessions for young people at Aughrim St. Sport Centre. The details are as follows:

Monday: Boys 9-12yrs from Blackhall Place.

Tuesday: Boys 10-12yrs from O‟Devaney, Drumalee, Blackhall Place and Montpellier.

Wednesday: Boys 12-14yrs from O‟Devaney, Drumalee, Blackhall Place and Montpellier.

Friday: Boys 16-21yrs from O‟Devaney, Drumalee, Blackhall Place and Montpellier.

Futsal sessions for young girls from the area will commence in the autumn.

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Champions Day The FAI/DCC “Football in the Community” Development Officer assisted Dublin City Council‟s Sport and Recreation Officer by delivering Soccer modules during the Champions Day sports day for over 70 learning disabled adults from all over Dublin City. This programme was a great success and was thoroughly enjoyed equally by staff, volunteers and participants. Summer of Sport The FAI/DCC “Football in the Community” Development Officer assisted Dublin City Council in the Soccer element of its Summer of Sport programme by delivering fun 3-a-side Soccer modules in John Paul Park, Cabra every Tuesday and Friday night in the month of August. This programme was a great success with over 160 opportunities for young people to take part in activities. Club Development A football fun day was organised by the FAI/DCC “Football in the Community” Development Officer in the Dunard area. This programme was organised in an effort to attract both volunteers and players for two new schoolboy teams. This project was well supported and it is hoped the teams will begin playing in a league in the near future. Rapid Summer Camps Two Rapid Summer Soccer Camps were organised in Cabra Parkside on the weeks starting the 21

st

and the 28th of July respectively. These camps were for boys and girls from the local area from

disadvantaged backgrounds with the idea being that they should be able to enjoy the same level of coaching and football as young people who attend other Soccer camps. Both camps were very successful with 39 young people attending in the first week and 42 participants in the second week. This programme was delivered in conjunction with the RAPID programme. Aughrim Street Sports Hall Activities Our new programme starts in September with a wide range of sporting activities including:

Indoor Soccer Futsal

Basketball Badminton

Yoga Boot camp//Fitness circuit

Kenpo Karate Tae Kwon Do

Ninjutsu GAA nursery – St. Oliver Plunketts

Futsal The Football Association of Ireland/Dublin City Council “Football in the Community” Development Officer is currently running several drop-in Futsal sessions for young people. There are also plans to run a Futsal league in December and January during the break in the schoolboy football leagues. Dublin Indoor Sports Dublin Indoor Sports organises a Basketball league on Tuesday evenings from 8-10pm. More information can be found on their website at www.dublinindoorsports.ie . Viking Badminton Club Viking Badminton Club meets every Monday night in the centre from 7.30 – 1030pm. This club is open to all standards of player with new members always welcome. Coilín O'Reilly Sport Development and Recreation Coordinator

http://www.dublinindoorsports.ie/

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QUESTION TO THE AREA MANAGER CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE

SEPTEMBER, 2008

Q1 Councillor Christy Burke To ask the Area Manager to have the weeds removed from the paving slabs on Church Terrace.


To ask the Area Manager what progress has been made on the proposed scheme of providing allotments to Dublin City Council tenants.


To ask the Area Manager when the house on O‟Sullivans Avenue will be in the housing stock as it has been vacant since November 2007.

Q4 Councillor Christy Burke To ask the Area Manager when the CCTV cameras will be installed at Smithfield.

Q5 Councillor Christy Burke To ask the Area Manager to have the trees pruned on Clonliffe Avenue.

Q6 Councillor Christy Burke To ask the Area Manager to have the roads clenaed and washed at Rathdown Road and Maine Villas.

Q7 Councillor Mary Fitzpatrick Will the Manager please arrange for the pillar at the entrance to Pinehurst be repaired. Please indicate a date by which the work will be completed.

Q8 Councillor Mary Fitzpatrick Will the Manager please provide a schedule for the painting of lampposts in Cabra west.

Q9 Councillor Mary Fitzpatrick

Will the Manager please provide a report detailing when the shores on Dingle, Drumcliff, Inver and Carnlough Roads were last cleaned.


Will the Manager please advise when the removal of gravel from the grounds of Rowan Hamilton will be completed.


Will the Manager please advise when the following issues raised by Cllr Fitzpatrick to Dublin City Council area management regarding maintenance and safety at Dunard Court will be completed?

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Pedestrian gate nearest to Navan Road was damaged and difficult to open/close. Will Dublin City Council consult with the residents and see if they would prefer locking it permanently?

Congregating of youths on stairwells/out-door clothes drying areas. General anti-social behaviour – request for CCTV

Pruning of shrubbery

Alarm systems for individual units and response from Dublin City Council alarm centre

Quality of door locks and building security

Upgrading of bedsits to one-beds

Garda response/presence

Q12 Councillor Seamas McGrattan To ask the Manager when new gutters will be installed at details supplied..


To ask the Manager to have the pathway on Fassaugh Avenue (opposite junction with Attracta Road) repaired.


To ask the Manager to examine the possibility of a roof on the skate park in John Paul Park so that the park can remain open when it is raining.


To ask the Manager to have Attracta Road and adjoining roads swept and cleaned on a more regular basis.


To ask the Manager why the removal of waste material from drains through suction machines stopped and if this service can be restored.


To ask the Manager to have the weeds on the raised footpaths at St. Vincent‟s Cottages on Blackhorse Avenue removed.



To ask the Area Manager to say whether there are any plans to resurface the pavements on Iona Villas which are badly in need of repair.


To ask the Area Manager to provide gates on either end of the laneway at the rear of Newgrange Road, Cabra, to alleviate the problem of anti-social behaviour and illegal dumping.


To ask the Area Manager to arrange to extend the existing double yellow lines on Newgrange Road, Cabra at the junction of Dowth Avenue and to provide double yellow lines on

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Newgrange Road at the second junction with Dowth Avenue (opposite Annaly Road) to ensure safe ingress and egress of vehicles to and from Newgrange Road.


To ask the Area Manager to have the double yellow lines outside 1 Marguerite Road, Glasnevin, removed as they would appear to have been placed there in error.


To ask the Area Manager to confirm when the next collection of junk is scheduled for the Griffith Avenue area and the roads off Griffith Avenue including Lambay Road, Achill Road, Valentia Road, Clare Road, Bantry Road and Arran Road.


To ask the Area Manager to have the „disabled drivers‟ parking space removed from 22 North Summer Street as the disabled person no longer lives there.

Q25 Councillor Emer Costello To ask the Manager if he will survey the residents of Russell Avenue, Croke Park, with a veiw to extinguishing the laneway at the rear.



To ask the Manager to report on what efforts have been made to have the owners restore details supplied and if he will ensure that the roof is repaired and that no unauthorised works are carried out there or unauthorised vehicular routes installed.

Q28 Councillor Emer Costello To ask the Manager if the householder at details supplied can erect a gate at the laneway adjoining his house to prevent anti-social behaviour.

Q29 Councillor Emer Costello To ask the Manager to report on the issues raised in details supplied.

Q30 Councillor Aodhan O’Riordan

Q31 Councillor Aodhan O’Riordan To ask the Manager if more litter bins could be put in the East Wall generally and specifically the East Road and Bargy Road areas.

Q32 Councillor Aodhan O’Riordan

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To ask the Manager to place double yellow lines on Church Road, East Wall at the junction with Seaview Avenue and East Wall Road. Trucks are parking outside the Centra and obstructing both traffic and the view of cars coming from adjoining roads onto Church Road.

Q33 Councillor Aodhan O’Riordan To ask the City Manager to liaise with the Construction Company on East Road so that arrangements can be made for the windows on Ravensdale Road, East Wall to be washed as required as there is considerable dirt due to the construction on East Road.

Q34 Councillor Aodhan O’Riordan To ask the City Manager to have the broken footpath on Crescent Gardens, East Wall fixed especially outside 18 Crescent Gardens

Q35 Councillor Aodhan O’Riordan To ask the City Manager to have the laneway from Shelmalier to Bargy Road, East Wall repaired so it doesn‟t get waterlogged and to improve the street lighting on it.


To ask the Manager if he will report on what negotiations Dublin City Council have had with DCU in relation to future development on the site, and if he will ensure that residents from the Central Area (Griffith Avenue/Home Farm Road areas in particular) will be consulted fully in any proposals.


To ask the Manager if he will ensure that the Council‟s programme for weed killing on footpaths and verges is continued and if he would ensure that the Drumcondra area and roads off Home Farm Road are included in the Programme.


To ask the Manager to outline his plans for the site at the junction of Church Street/North Brunswick Street and when the road widening will take place.


To ask the Manager to report on how often Auburn Walk is swept, if he will respond to recent complaints from residents and if he will install the covert CCTV camera in Lucky Lane as there are reports of builders dumping rubbish there.



To ask the Manager when he expects work on the installation of the footpaths in Martin Savage Park to commence.

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