Core Refusal Reason
The proposed change of use to short-term rental accommodation is contrary to national policy regarding housing supply in Rent Pressure Zones and would negatively impact the residential amenity of the established estate.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The loss of permanent residential housing stock within the Killarney Rent Pressure Zone is contrary to Ministerial Guidelines and national policy aimed at addressing housing shortages.
- The intensification of use for short-term letting would generate excessive noise, disturbance, and parking demand, causing injury to the amenities of neighboring residents.
- Permitting the development would establish an undesirable precedent for similar commercial-style uses in a residential area, which is contrary to proper planning and sustainable development.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought retention permission for the change of use of a four-bedroom detached house at No. 13 King's Avenue, Killarney, to short-term rental accommodation. Kerry County Council refused the application on the grounds that the property is located within a Rent Pressure Zone where long-term rental supply is insufficient, making the proposal contrary to national housing policy. Furthermore, the council cited concerns regarding the impact on residential amenity, specifically noise and pa...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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