Core Refusal Reason
The retention of short-term letting in a Rent Pressure Zone contravenes national housing policy and local development objectives regarding the preservation of residential housing stock.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development is located within the Bandon Kinsale Electoral Area Rent Pressure Zone, where short-term letting is strictly regulated to protect housing supply.
- The proposal contravenes national policies, including 'Housing for All,' which prioritize long-term residential availability over short-term commercial use.
- The use is inconsistent with the Cork County Development Plan 2022, specifically Objective ZU 18-9, as it fails to preserve the integrity of primary residential use.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective ZU 18-9
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for the retention of a change of use of an existing property at 6 Higher O'Connell Street, Kinsale, to short-term letting. Located within a designated Rent Pressure Zone, the application was refused as it conflicts with the Cork County Development Plan 2022 and national housing strategies. The planning authority determined that the use undermines the provision of diverse housing needs and fails to protect the primary residential character of the area in the context...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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