Core Refusal Reason
The loss of long-term residential housing stock within a Rent Pressure Zone to short-term letting, which conflicts with national housing policy and sets an undesirable precedent for the city centre.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The conversion of a former private residence into short-term let units removes essential long-term housing stock from a designated Rent Pressure Zone.
- The proposal militates against government objectives to address homelessness and housing supply as outlined in the 'Housing for All' Plan.
- Granting permission would establish an undesirable precedent for similar developments, undermining the orderly and sustainable development of Kilkenny city centre.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought retention permission for the change of use of the upper floors of No. 19 Parliament Street, a protected structure in Kilkenny city centre, from a private residence to six short-term letting units. While the conservation officer had no objections to the physical works, the planning authority refused the application because the site is located within a Rent Pressure Zone. The loss of permanent residential accommodation to the short-term rental market was deemed contrary to nat...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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