An iconic Dublin landmark is to be part demolished - but will make way for a fully refurbished and extended National Gallery facility.

Planning approval has been given for the demolition, refurbishment, modification and extension of the National Gallery of Ireland, in Merrion Square West.

This application is for the modification of the existing roof structure above the entrance to reinstate the original design.

It is also for the removal and modification of the existing walls and finishes in the ground floor lobby to allow for new configuration of the entrance.

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Removal of the existing late 20th century ceiling in the entrance lobby to reinstate the original design is also included as well as a range of changes such as the removal of late 20th century window panels to replace with stone matching the existing facade finish. and the reinstatement of five window openings to the former external Courtyard on ground floor and mezzanine level.

General works to the historic buildings (that are protected structure) is to involve the upgrading of the internal fabric to achieve required fire rating and the refurbishment of internal fixtures and finishes.

The proposed development will increase the existing floor space from c.16,540 square metres to c. 17,970 square metres.

Permission was also sought for all associated site development, landscaping and boundary treatment works and to include relocation and renovation of (protected structure) William Dargan Statue and raising the external ground level at the Merrion Square entrance by c.450mm.

See: www.unearthore.com

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