Core Planning Reasoning
The proposed change of use from a betting office (Class 2) to a professional fitness service (Class 11) is considered a material change of use and does not constitute exempted development as it involves a change between non-exempted use classes.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The change of use from a betting office to a professional fitness service constitutes a material change of use and is therefore 'development' within the meaning of the Planning and Development Act.
- A professional fitness service for visiting members of the public falls under Class 11(e) of the Planning and Development Regulations (gymnasiums/indoor sports) rather than Class 2 professional services.
- As the change of use is between different classes (Class 2 to Class 11), it is not exempted development under the Planning and Development Regulations, 2001 (as amended).
Cited Policies (CDP)
Galway City Development Plan 2017-2023Light Industrial Commercial zoning objective
Decision Document Summary
This referral concerns whether the change of use of Unit 7, Tuam Road Retail Centre, Galway, from a permitted betting office and internet call centre to a professional fitness service constitutes development and/or exempted development. The subject unit is located in a two-storey retail warehouse development on the Tuam Road, zoned 'Light Industrial Commercial'. The Inspector determined that the character of the use would significantly alter regarding visitor frequency and traffic, making the ch...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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