Core Refusal Reason
The loss of long-term residential housing stock in a Rent Pressure Zone (RPZ) without sufficient justification, which would undermine the provision of housing and contravene Policy CPO 6.33 of the County Development Plan.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development would result in the loss of a long-term residential property within a designated Rent Pressure Zone where there is a demonstrated high demand and critically low supply of rental accommodation.
- The applicant failed to provide a robust justification or demonstrate that the proposal would not undermine the provision of housing in the area, as required by Policy CPO 6.33 of the Wicklow County Development Plan 2022-2028.
- The Fire Service recommended refusal because the internal layout, specifically Bedroom 2 being an 'inner room', does not comply with Fire Safety Regulations.
Cited Policies (CDP)
CPO 6.33CPO 11.1CPO 11.2CPO 11.3CPO 11.10CPO 11.13
Decision Document Summary
Graham Cooke sought planning permission for the change of use of a 107sqm, three-bedroom end-of-terrace dwelling at 4 Bath Street, Wicklow Town, from domestic use to short-term letting. The site is located within a Rent Pressure Zone and is zoned for 'Existing Residential' use. The application was refused because the loss of permanent housing stock would exacerbate local rental shortages and contravene Policy CPO 6.33 of the County Development Plan. Additionally, the proposal failed to meet fire...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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