5317/22
The proposed development will be two no. Short Term Lease Apartments comprising one no. three bedroom apartment and one no. four bedroom apartment all to a total storey height of five storeys over basement on an urban infill site within an existing terrace. The works will include the reinstatement of an existing light well and reinstatement of cast iron railings to front. A top floor terrace with privacy screen is proposed to the front North King Street facade, and the rear lands will accommodate an external stairwell and ancillary access terraces.
Core Refusal Reason
The proposal conflicts with the general presumption against dedicated short-term tourist rentals as set out in the Dublin City Development Plan, failing to justify the loss of potential long-term housing stock.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to provide sufficient justification for short-term lease apartments, which contravenes the general presumption against such use under Section 15.14.35 of the Development Plan.
- The proposed use would negatively impact the availability of housing stock in a central area zoned for consolidation and mixed-use development.
- The vacant infill site is deemed capable of providing high-quality permanent residential units that would better contribute to the city's long-term housing needs.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought to develop two short-term lease apartments on a vacant infill site at 86 North King Street, Dublin 7, located within a Z5 zoned area. Dublin City Council refused the application on the grounds that it failed to meet the requirements of Section 15.14.35 of the Dublin City Development Plan 2022-2028, which prioritizes the protection of housing stock over tourist rentals. The planning authority concluded that the site is more suitable for long-term residential accommodation and ...PDF Document Missing
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