Core Refusal Reason
The proposed change of use from residential to short-term letting within a Rent Pressure Zone would undermine the provision of long-term housing and is contrary to Objective CPO 6.33 of the Wicklow County Development Plan 2022-2028.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The subject site is located within a Rent Pressure Zone where there is a significant need for long-term rental properties and a demonstrated lack of sufficient supply.
- The applicant failed to provide a detailed justification for the proposed use or demonstrate that the loss of residential stock would not undermine housing provision, as required by Objective CPO 6.33.
- Granting permission would result in the loss of a long-term residential property and set an undesirable precedent, conflicting with national policy and the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
CPO 5.3CPO 6.33CPO 11.1CPO 11.2CPO 11.3CPO 11.10CPO 11.13Wicklow County Development Plan 2022-2028Greystones-Delgany and Kilcoole LAP 2013-2019
Decision Document Summary
This application sought retention permission for the change of use of a two-storey detached dwelling from residential to short-term letting at Larkfield, Eden Road, Greystones. The site is situated in a 'Town Centre' zoned area and is located within a designated Rent Pressure Zone. Wicklow County Council refused permission on the grounds that the proposal would result in the loss of a long-term residential unit in an area with a high demand for rental accommodation. The development was found to ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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