The construction of a four storey extension to the Freemasons’ Hall to accommodate a new staircase and lift to improve fire safety and universal access in the building. The extension is to the rear (North) elevation of the Freemasons’ Hall fronting Bishop Lucey Park and will include associated site works and landscaping. The proposed material alteration to the existing building will consist of a) reconfiguring the existing boiler and store room on the ground storey to provide a new reception area b) separating the existing storage area on the second storey from the existing stairway enclosure and c) separating the existing lobby, WC and storage area on the third storey from the existing stairway enclosure.