Core Refusal Reason
The retention of residential apartments as short-term guest accommodation within a designated Rent Pressure Zone would reduce the available housing stock and conflict with national housing strategies.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- Kilkenny City is designated as a Rent Pressure Zone where the local authority resists the conversion of permitted residential units to short-term letting to protect housing supply.
- The retention of the guest accommodation would militate against the ongoing provision of residential units needed to meet local rental demand.
- The proposal is contrary to the Government’s 'Housing for All' Strategy and the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
The application sought the indefinite retention of a change of use from four one-bedroom apartments to guest accommodation at 49 John Street, Kilkenny City. The site is located within the John Street Architectural Conservation Area and to the rear of a street-front building. Although no significant visual or environmental impacts were identified, the Planning Authority refused permission because the property is situated in a Rent Pressure Zone. The inspector determined that converting permanent ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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