Norham, 28 Zion Road, Rathgar, Dublin 6, D06 X2N0
7. Prior to commencement of development, the developer shall submit the following information, for the written agreement of the Planning Authority, to show the following conservation amendments: a) In advance of this package of work commencing, the applicant shall submit a detailed conservation led specification and methodology for the careful conservation repair of all historic windows. b) A detailed window survey shall be carried out demonstrating the condition of all windows. The window survey should include a detailed description of the existing timber windows and detail any surviving historic glazing. It should include detailed photographs of the existing windows. c) Where windows are clearly shown to be beyond repair, any proposed replacements must be historically correct timber sash windows, which are accurately based on originals. Details of the proposed new windows and glazing should be submitted. Please note that in the case of historic windows which retain historic glazing, new replacement windows will not be permitted. These shall be repaired. The use of standard double glazed units is not permitted as they are considered too bulky for historic windows. The installation of slim profiled double glazing may be considered where well detailed. The new frames should have a traditional putty finish to the exterior. Details of the proposed new glazing should also be submitted. The applicant shall be satisfied that any proposed slim-lite glass replacements conform to EU directives. The use of applied bars and fritted glazing will not be acceptable. d) The original windows that are proposed for demolition shall be clearly identified on the drawings and described within the AHIA and justification for their removal/replacement shall be provided. e) All works to the protected structure shall be carried out in accordance with best conservation practice and the Architectural Heritage Protection Guidelines for Planning Authorities (2011) and Advice Series issued by the Department of the Environment, Heritage and Local Government. Any repair works shall retain the maximum amount of surviving historic fabric in situ. Items to be removed for repair off-site shall be recorded prior to removal, catalogued and numbered to allow for authentic re-instatement.