Core Refusal Reason
The proposed change of use from a permanent residence to short-term holiday letting would result in the loss of long-term residential stock within a Rent Pressure Zone, contrary to housing protection policies.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The subject dwelling is located within a designated Rent Pressure Zone where there is a documented shortfall of long-term rental properties and significant residential pressure.
- The applicant failed to provide the detailed justification required by Objective CPO 6.33 to demonstrate that the proposal would not undermine the provision of housing or the supply of rental properties in the area.
- The development would result in the loss of permanent housing stock and set an undesirable precedent that conflicts with national policy and the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
CPO 6.33CPO 11.1CPO 11.2CPO 11.3CPO 11.10CPO 11.13
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission to convert an existing detached single-storey dwelling at 1 Cornagower East, Brittas Bay, into a short-term holiday let. The site is located in a Level 10 Rural Area and within a Rent Pressure Zone where rental availability is extremely limited. The Planning Authority refused the application because the proposal would remove a permanent residence from the long-term housing market without sufficient justification, thereby violating Objective CPO 6.33 of the Wicklow...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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