Core Refusal Reason
The proposed use of an ancillary building (granny flat) for short-term letting is contrary to the Mayo County Development Plan, which requires such structures to be used only by the main household or immediate family members and not for commercial or tourist purposes.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed short-term letting use is contrary to Section 2.9 of the Development Management Standards, which states that ancillary buildings are not intended for rent, lease, or tourist use separate from the main house.
- The development would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the rural area by establishing an unauthorized commercial use in an ancillary residential structure.
- The retention of the development for the stated use would seriously injure the amenities of the area and depreciate the value of property in the vicinity.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 2.9 Other Ancillary Building to the Existing Residential Unit (Rural) of the Mayo County Development Plan 2022-2028 Vol 2 Development Management Standards
Decision Document Summary
The application sought retention permission for a granny flat/cabin at Tawnynameeltoge, Westport, Co. Mayo, for use as a short-term letting. While the structure was noted as being inconspicuous in its forested rural setting, the proposal was refused by Mayo County Council. The primary reason for refusal is that the Mayo County Development Plan 2022-2028 prohibits the use of ancillary residential buildings for commercial rental or tourist purposes, requiring them instead to be reserved for the us...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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