Core Refusal Reason
The loss of long-term residential housing stock within a designated Rent Pressure Zone (RPZ) is contrary to national policy and guidance aimed at protecting the rental market.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The subject site is located within the Midleton Local Electoral Area Rent Pressure Zone (RPZ), where housing demand is high.
- National policy, specifically Circular Letters PL 4/2019 and 10/2017, prioritizes the retention and return of residential units to the long-term rental market over short-term letting.
- The proposed development would result in the loss of potential long-term residential stock, thereby conflicting with the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission to utilize an existing holiday home in Ballintra West, Gyleen, for short-term letting purposes. The site is situated within the Midleton Rent Pressure Zone, an area identified as having high housing demand. The planning authority refused the application on the grounds that converting residential units to short-term use undermines national objectives to protect and increase the supply of long-term rental accommodation. Consequently, the development was deemed contra...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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