Core Refusal Reason
The proposed change of use to a short-term holiday let would negatively impact residential amenity through noise and traffic, and is contrary to local planning policies aimed at preserving permanent housing stock in Dingle.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development would adversely impact the residential amenities of the established area by reason of noise, disturbance, and increased traffic/parking requirements on restricted estate roads.
- The proposal would set an undesirable precedent that would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
- The change of use is contrary to the Corca Dhuibhne Electoral Area Local Area Plan 2021-2027, which seeks to retain permanent residents and ensure affordable housing in Dingle, where over one-third of units are already holiday or second homes.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Corca Dhuibhne Electoral Area Local Area Plan 2021-2027
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for the change of use of a dwelling house to a short-term holiday let at 11 Marian Park, Dingle, Co. Kerry. An Bord Pleanála refused the application on the grounds that it would degrade the residential amenity of the established estate through noise and traffic congestion. Furthermore, the Board found the proposal inconsistent with the Corca Dhuibhne Electoral Area Local Area Plan 2021-2027, which prioritizes the retention of permanent housing stock over holiday ho...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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