DCPL - Access for All

About

Admin — Mon, 10 Sep 2007 12:15:17 +0000

Dublin City Public Libraries is driven by a commitment to provide library collections, buildings and services that are equal and accessible.

In furthering this objective and in order to meet the requirements of the Disability Act 2005, detailed draft plans to upgrade branch libraries on a phased basis are now on view in the libraries in question. Some of these draft plans are reproduced on this website for your convenience.

Dublin City Council invites you to contribute to the consultation process and to make your views known.

Select post for particular location to see plans and to air your views.

Ballyfermot Library

Admin — Mon, 10 Sep 2007 12:00:33 +0000

The proposed plans for Ballyfermot Library are on view in the library throughout this consultation phase. To give you some idea as to what is envisaged, extracts from the proposed plans can be viewed below. These are proposals only, following an audit that was carried out; the final plans will only be decided following this consultation process. All plans will be subject to the normal planning process.

MAKE YOUR SUBMISSION NOW…

You may contribute to the consultation process and make your views known:
IN WRITING to
Angela Cassidy, Dublin City Public Libraries, Administrative HQ., 138-144 Pearse Street, Dublin 2
OR
Via the Comment feature below (note: comments can be viewed below once posted)
OR
BY E-MAIL to: angela.cassidy@dublincity.ie OR By nominating yourself as a member of our Consultation Panel.
Members will be asked to comment and offer opinions as we implement our accessibility plans. They may be invited to meetings as appropriate, or receive material for comment electronically or by post.Your participation will help us fulfill our commitment to making our libraries accessible for all.

To register your interest or to obtain more information please contact Angela Cassidy not later than 15th October 2007 at the above address.

PLANS

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Alternatively, download the PDF version below – allows greater enlargement of plan facilitating easier viewing.

Ballyfermot Library Floor Plan (1.378MB)|

About the Library Ballyfermot Library is in a large mixed residential / industrial area about 3 miles from the city centre in Dublin’s south west.

Ballyfermot Road,
Dublin 10
Tel. + 353 1 6269324 / 6269325

Opening Hours:
Monday to Thursday: 10.00am – 8.00pm
Friday, Saturday: 10.00am – 5.00pm Sunday: Closed

Cabra Library

Admin — Mon, 10 Sep 2007 11:45:20 +0000

The proposed plans for Cabra Library are on view in the library throughout this consultation phase. These are proposals only, following an audit that was carried out; the final plans will only be decided following this consultation process.

All plans will be subject to the normal planning process.

MAKE YOUR SUBMISSION NOW…

You may contribute to the consultation process and make your views known:
IN WRITING to
Angela Cassidy, Dublin City Public Libraries, Administrative HQ., 138-144 Pearse Street, Dublin 2
OR

Via the Comment feature below (note: comments can be viewed below once posted)
OR
BY E-MAIL to:
angela.cassidy@dublincity.ie
OR
By nominating yourself as a member of our Consultation Panel.
Members will be asked to comment and offer opinions as we implement our accessibility plans. They may be invited to meetings as appropriate, or receive material for comment electronically or by post.Your participation will help us fulfill our commitment to making our libraries accessible for all. To register your interest or to obtain more information please contact Angela Cassidy not later than 15th October 2007 at the above address.

About the Library

Cabra Library is situated about 3 miles from the city centre on the busy Navan Road.

Navan Road,
Dublin 7.
Tel. +353 1 8691414

Opening Hours:
Monday to Thursday: 10.00am – 8.00pm
Friday, Saturday: 10.00am – 5.00pm
Sunday: Closed

Charleville Mall Library

Admin — Mon, 10 Sep 2007 11:30:55 +0000

The proposed plans for Charleville Mall Library are on view in the library throughout this consultation phase. To give you some idea as to what is envisaged, extracts from the proposed plans can be viewed below. These are proposals only, following an audit that was carried out; the final plans will only be decided following this consultation process.

All plans will be subject to the normal planning process.

MAKE YOUR SUBMISSION NOW…

By nominating yourself as a member of our Consultation Panel.
Members will be asked to comment and offer opinions as we implement our accessibility plans. They may be invited to meetings as appropriate, or receive material for comment electronically or by post.Your participation will help us fulfill our commitment to making our libraries accessible for all. To register your interest or to obtain more information please contact Angela Cassidy not later than 15th October 2007 at the above

PLANS

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Alternatively, download the PDF version below – allows greater enlargement of plan facilitating easier viewing.

Charleville Mall Floorplan (pdf, 1.17mb) |

About the Library

Charleville Mall Library was among the first of the municipal public libraries to be opened in Dublin during the early 20th century. It is situated by the banks of the Royal Canal on Dublin’s northside.

The library was funded by the Carnegie United Kingdom Trust (this allocated funds donated by Andrew Carnegie 1835 – 1919 a Scottish / American Industrialist, who funded sixty six libraries in Ireland, and approximately 2,500 throughout the World).
Architect: C.J. McCarthy

North Strand,
Dublin 1
Tel. +353 1 8749619

Opening Hours:
Monday to Saturday: 10.00am – 1.00pm and 2.00pm – 5.00pm
Sunday: Closed

Drumcondra Library

Admin — Mon, 10 Sep 2007 11:15:02 +0000

The proposed plans for Drumcondra Library are on view in the library throughout this consultation phase. To give you some idea as to what is envisaged, extracts from the proposed plans can be viewed below. These are proposals only, following an audit that was carried out; the final plans will only be decided following this consultation process.All plans will be subject to the normal planning process.

MAKE YOUR SUBMISSION NOW…

You may contribute to the consultation process and make your views known:

IN WRITING to
Angela Cassidy, Dublin City Public Libraries, Administrative HQ., 138-144 Pearse Street, Dublin 2
OR
Via the Comment feature below (note: comments can be viewed below once posted)
OR
BY E-MAIL to:
angela.cassidy@dublincity.ie
OR
By nominating yourself as a member of our Consultation Panel.
Members will be asked to comment and offer opinions as we implement our accessibility plans. They may be invited to meetings as appropriate, or receive material for comment electronically or by post.Your participation will help us fulfill our commitment to making our libraries accessible for all.To register your interest or to obtain more information please contact Angela Cassidy not later than 15th October 2007 at the above address.

PLANS

Select a thumbnail below to view larger image.

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Alternatively, download the PDF version below – allows greater enlargement of plan facilitating easier viewing.

Drumcondra Library Floorplan (pdf, 598KB)|
Drumcondra Library Facade (pdf, 511kb) |

About the Library

Drumcondra Library is a small branch library serving the north city suburb of Drumcondra. The library was opened on the 18 February 1937 by Lord Mayor Alfie Byrne, T.D. The building was designed by R.S. Laurie, A.R.I.B.A., City Architect’s Department, Dublin Corporation.

Milmount Avenue,
Dublin 9
Tel. +353 1 8377206

Opening Hours:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday: 10.00am – 1.00pm and 2.00pm – 5.00pm
Tuesday, Thursday: 12.45pm – 4.00pm and 4.45pm – 8.00pm
Sunday: Closed

Marino Library

Admin — Mon, 10 Sep 2007 11:00:07 +0000

The proposed plans for Marino Library are on view in the library throughout this consultation phase. To give you some idea as to what is envisaged, extracts from the proposed plans can be viewed below. These are proposals only, following an audit that was carried out; the final plans will only be decided following this consultation process.All plans will be subject to the normal planning process.

MAKE YOUR SUBMISSION NOW…

You may contribute to the consultation process and make your views known:

PLANS

Select a thumbnail below to view larger image.

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Alternatively, download the PDF version below – allows greater enlargement of plan facilitating easier viewing.

Marino Library Floorplan (pdf, 1.086mb) |
Marino Library External (pdf, 840kb) |

About the Library

Marino Library is situated about 2 miles from the city centre on Dublin’s northside close to Dublin Bay. It is beside the Marino College in Fairview. The library was opened on the 22 October 1937 by Lord Mayor Alfred Byrne, T.D. Marino library was part of a new technical school complex designed by Robinson and Keefe, Architects, 8, Merrion Square, Dublin.

14 – 20 Marino Mart,
Fairview,
Dublin 3
Tel. +353 1 8336297

Opening Hours:
Monday, Wednesday: 12.45pm – 4.00pm and 4.45pm – 8.00pm
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday: 10.00am – 1.00pm and 2.00pm – 5.00pm
Sunday: Closed

Pembroke Library

Admin — Mon, 10 Sep 2007 10:45:47 +0000

The Pembroke Library Access consultation took place in September-October 2006.

SEE the Pembroke Library Access Blog

Phibsboro’ Library

Admin — Mon, 10 Sep 2007 10:30:21 +0000

The proposed plans for Phibsboro’ Library are on view in the library throughout this consultation phase. To give you some idea as to what is envisaged, extracts from the proposed plans can be viewed below. These are proposals only, following an audit that was carried out; the final plans will only be decided following this consultation process.

All plans will be subject to the normal planning process.

MAKE YOUR SUBMISSION NOW…

You may contribute to the consultation process and make your views known:

PLANS

Select a thumbnail below to view larger image.

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Alternatively, download the PDF version below – allows greater enlargement of plan facilitating easier viewing.

Phibsboro’ Library Floorplan (pdf, 593kb) |
Phibsboro Library Site Plan (pdf, 608kb) |

About the Library

Phibsboro’ Library is a small branch library serving the north city suburb of Phibsboro situated about 2 miles from the city centre.

Blackquire Bridge,
Dublin 7
Tel. +353 1 8304341

Opening Hours:
Monday, Wednesday: 12.45pm – 4.00pm and 4.45pm – 8.00pm
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday: 10.00am – 1.00pm and 2.00pm – 5.00pm
Sunday: Closed

Rathmines Library

Admin — Mon, 10 Sep 2007 10:15:27 +0000

The proposed plans for Rathmines Library are on view in the library throughout this consultation phase. To give you some idea as to what is envisaged, extracts from the proposed plans can be viewed below. These are proposals only, following an audit that was carried out; the final plans will only be decided following this consultation process. All plans will be subject to the normal planning process.

MAKE YOUR SUBMISSION NOW…

You may contribute to the consultation process and make your views known:
IN WRITING to
Angela Cassidy, Dublin City Public Libraries,
Administrative HQ., 138-144 Pearse Street, Dublin 2
OR
Via the Comment feature below (note: comments can be viewed below once posted)
OR
BY E-MAIL to: angela.cassidy@dublincity.ie
OR
By nominating yourself as a member of our Consultation Panel.
Members will be asked to comment and offer opinions as we implement our accessibility plans. They may be invited to meetings as appropriate, or receive material for comment electronically or by post.Your participation will help us fulfill our commitment to making our libraries accessible for all.

To register your interest or to obtain more information please contact Angela Cassidy not later than 15th October 2007 at the above address.

PLANS Select a thumbnail below to view larger image.
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Alternatively, download the PDF version below – allows greater enlargement of plan facilitating easier viewing.

Rathmines Library First Floor (pdf, 1.031mb) |
Rathmines Library Basement (PDF, 1.077KB) |
Rathmines Library Ground Floor (PDF, 1.044KB)
Rathmines Library elevation (pdf, 727kb) |

About the Library

Rathmines Library is in a residential area situated about 3 miles from the city centre on Dublin’s southside.

Rathmines Library
157 Lower Rathmines Road,
Dublin 6
Tel. + 353 1 4973539
Email. rathmineslibrary(at)dublincity.ie

Opening Hours: Monday to Thursday: 10.00am – 8.00pm Friday, Saturday: 10.00am – 5.00pm Sunday: Closed

Ringsend Library

Admin — Mon, 10 Sep 2007 10:00:57 +0000

The proposed plans for Ringsend Library are on view in the library throughout this consultation phase. To give you some idea as to what is envisaged, extracts from the proposed plans can be viewed below. These are proposals only, following an audit that was carried out; the final plans will only be decided following this consultation process.

All plans will be subject to the normal planning process.

MAKE YOUR SUBMISSION NOW…

You may contribute to the consultation process and make your views known:

To register your interest or to obtain more information please contact Angela Cassidy not later than 15th October 2007 at the above address.

PLANS

Select a thumbnail below to view larger image.

Alternatively, download the PDF version below – allows greater enlargement of plan facilitating easier viewing.

Ringsend Library Floorplan (pdf, 622kb)|

Ringsend Library Facade (pdf, 513kb)

About the Library

Ringsend Library is a small branch library serving the south city suburb of Ringsend situated about 2 miles from the city centre. It was opened on 22 October 1937 by Lord Mayor Alfred Byrne, T.D.

Fitzwilliam Street,
Dublin 4
Tel. +353 1 6680063

Opening Times:
Monday, Wednesday: 12.45pm – 4.00pm and 4.45pm – 8.00pm
Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday: 10.00am – 1.00pm and 2.00pm – 5.00pm
Friday, Sunday: Closed