Core Refusal Reason
The loss of a permanent residential unit in a designated Rent Pressure Zone (RPZ) with high housing demand, which would exacerbate the local housing shortage and contravene national and local housing strategies.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed change of use would result in the loss of a valuable residential unit within a Rent Pressure Zone, exacerbating the existing shortage of long-term rental accommodation in Carlingford.
- The development is contrary to the overarching Government 'Housing For All' policy and the Louth County Council Housing Strategy 2021-2027, which prioritize the retention of housing stock for permanent residents.
- The intensification of use as a short-term let would negatively impact residential amenity through increased noise and pressure on limited car parking facilities, setting an undesirable precedent for the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy TOU 27Section 6.5.5Policy TOU 25CAR 1CAR 4CAR 9HOU 1Chapter 3Section 4.0Volume 3 Appendix 3
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission for the change of use of an existing 147 sq.m, three-bedroom end-terrace dwelling at 8 Harbour View, Carlingford, to short-stay self-catering holiday accommodation. While the site is located in a town centre zone where tourism uses are generally supported, the Planning Authority refused permission primarily because the property is situated within a designated Rent Pressure Zone. The council determined that the loss of a family home to the short-term rental market ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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