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to retain and complete the single storey extension to the side of my dwelling, permission to include a window on the northern elevation of this section of the building. Permission is also sought for change of use from a dwelling to use as a short-term holiday let, and all ancillary site works.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The loss of permanent residential housing stock to short-term holiday letting during an acute housing crisis and insufficient evidence regarding wastewater treatment capacity.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The conversion of an existing residential unit to a short-term holiday let would result in the loss of suitable long-term accommodation during an acute housing shortage, contrary to the sustainable development of the area.
  • The proposed change of use would set an undesirable precedent for similar developments in the locality and negatively impact the residential amenity of the surrounding area.
  • The applicant failed to submit sufficient technical information to demonstrate that wastewater effluent generated on-site can be safely and adequately disposed of in accordance with public health standards.

Cited Policies (CDP)

WCCC Development Plan 2022 - 2028Zoned Agriculture [A]Area Under Strong Urban InfluenceCircular letter SPI 01/2026

Decision Document Summary

The application sought retention and completion of a single-storey extension and a change of use from a permanent dwelling to a short-term holiday let at Lisduggan, Tramore. While the planning authority had no concerns regarding the physical extension, the proposal was refused because the loss of residential housing stock to the short-term rental market is considered inappropriate during a housing crisis. Furthermore, the application was deemed prejudicial to public health due to a lack of detai...
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