Core Refusal Reason
The loss of a long-term residential dwelling within a designated Rent Pressure Zone (RPZ) during an acute housing shortage, which is contrary to national and local housing policies.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development results in the loss of a viable long-term residential dwelling in a town centre location with easy access to services and amenities.
- The proposal exacerbates the existing shortage of long-term rental accommodation within the Dungarvan Rent Pressure Zone.
- The change of use is inconsistent with the 'Housing for All' strategy and local development plan objectives that prioritise the protection of long-term housing supply.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy BH 1Policy BH 5Policy BH 6Objective BH 2Policy BH 9Policy BH 10Policy Objective ECON 24Section 5.4 of Appendix 3
Decision Document Summary
This application sought retention permission for the change of use of a mid-terrace two-bedroom townhouse at No. 7 Park Terrace, Dungarvan, from residential to commercial use as a short-term letting. The site is located within a designated Rent Pressure Zone (RPZ) and is zoned for 'Existing Residential' use. The local authority refused permission because the proposal would remove a suitable long-term dwelling from the housing market during an acute shortage, thereby conflicting with national pol...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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