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Thu 03 Mar 2007Redevelopment of Richard Brinsley Sheridan's house appealedDublin City Council has failed in its duty to protect a symbol of Irish cultural achievement by approving plans to demolish the birthplace of 18th century playwright Richard Brinsley Sheridan, according to Senator David Norris.Last month the council granted permission to Shane Murphy for the demolition of the Whig MP's home at 12 Upper Dorset Street to make way for an apartment block. The building is in a derelict condition and is missing its top two floors.