Core Refusal Reason
The loss of permanent residential accommodation during an acute housing crisis and the potential negative impact on the residential amenity of the existing apartment complex.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed change of use would result in the loss of a permanent residential unit at a time of acute housing shortage, contrary to national policy regarding short-term lettings.
- The commercial nature of the proposed use would negatively impact the residential amenity of neighbouring properties through increased noise and general disturbance.
- Granting permission would set an undesirable precedent for similar developments in the area, undermining the primary residential function of the apartment block.
Cited Policies (CDP)
WCCC Development Plan 2022 - 2028Policy Objective H20ECON 24Zoning: Existing Residential [RS]Circular letter SPI 01/2026
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission for the change of use of a third-floor apartment at De Bruin Court, Poleberry, Waterford, from a permanent dwelling to short-term tourist letting accommodation. The site is located within an established residential area zoned 'Existing Residential' in the Waterford City & County Development Plan 2022-2028. The proposal was refused primarily because it would remove a much-needed unit from the long-term housing market during a housing crisis and would likely caus...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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