Core Refusal Reason
The loss of a habitable dwelling house to short-term letting, which exacerbates the local housing shortage and contravenes city development objectives regarding housing tenure mix.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The conversion of the property would result in the loss of a habitable dwelling house, further reducing the supply of long-term private rental housing in Cork City.
- The proposed change of use would likely have a negative impact on the residential amenities of adjoining properties and set an undesirable precedent for similar developments in the area.
- The proposal is contrary to Objective 13.11 of the Cork City Development Plan 2015, which aims to encourage a greater mix of housing types and tenure in the city centre.
Cited Policies (CDP)
objective 13.11
Decision Document Summary
This planning application by Rong Ren sought permission for the change of use of an existing dwelling at No. 39 Leitrim Street, Cork, to be used for tourism and short-term letting purposes. Cork City Council refused the application on the grounds that the loss of a habitable unit would negatively impact the supply of long-term private rental housing in the city. The planner determined that the proposal would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area, would harm r...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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