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2660054

N/A

Waterford - Waterford City and County Council

Proposed Development

Change the use of the above property to allow short-term letting in accordance with current planning and short-term letting regulations. The property is a two-bedroom cottage currently used for tourist accommodation through the Airbnb platform since 2019. The proposal seeks permission to continue operating the property as short term tourist accommodation and support tourism on the Waterford Greenway. The intended use involves letting the property for stays of fewer than [14/21] nights, with an annual occupancy pattern typical of 80% seasonal tourism demand. Appropriate management arrangements are in place, including professional cleaning, guest verification, and a clearly communicated house manual to ensure respect for neighboring residents. No structural changes are proposed. The property is rated as a superhost Airbnb excellence The proposed development has not adversely impact residential amenities, parking, noise levels. Measures will be taken to minimise disturbance, including noise monitoring, check-in limits, and a neighbour contact line.

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Application Details

Location
Heaney's Cottage X42YO92 , 2 Western Terrace Kilmacthomas. , Co. Waterford
Applicant
N/A
Application Type
RETENTION
Planning Authority
Waterford City and County Council
Site Area
0.005 ha

Timeline

Registration Date
30 January 2026
Status
INCOMPLETED APPLICATION
Decision
N/A

Location

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