Fingal Weekly Planning21 May 2026

F26A/0423E

12 James’ Terrace, Malahide, Protected Structure (RPS Ref. 0419), Co. Dublin, K36 N996

Lead potentialMedium

Change of use of a protected structure to a school with defined interior works, moderate scope.

Planning stageNew Application

Project typeConversion Change Of Use

Development sectorEducation Childcare

Matched trades4

Source description

What is being proposed

Planning permission is sought by Stephen Lovett for the change of use of No. 12 James’ Terrace, Malahide, a Protected Structure (RPS Ref. 0419) located within the Malahide Historic Core ACA, from its permitted office use under planning reference F01A/1173 to use of the existing 3-storey building including the ground floor of ‘Rocket Shed’ from office to educational use. This will be an “ AXON School” for 40 students, with a total floor area of 305.5 sq.m. The proposed development includes minor works to the back garden and front patio, alterations to sanitary facilities, internal redecoration, painting of external walls, and the installation of 3 no. signs in selected locations.

Opportunity fit

Why these trades match

4 evidence-led matches

Painting Decorating

High

Internal redecoration and painting of external walls explicitly stated.

Architecture Design

Medium

Protected Structure change of use requires conservation-sensitive design input.

Bathrooms

Medium

Alterations to sanitary facilities explicitly mentioned.

Fitout Shopfront

Medium

Internal redecoration, alterations to sanitary facilities and minor works imply interior fit-out.