Short-term let accommodation at Flat 7 11 Old Fishmarket Close, Edinburgh

“The application is for the retrospective change of use of the property from a flatted dwelling to short term let (STL). No internal or external physical changes are proposed. The applicant indicates on the application form that the operation of the property as a short stay let commenced on 19 August 2022.”

“The applicant has provided a supporting statement and an economic report.”

“The change of use of this property to a short term let (STL) will have an unacceptable impact on neighbouring amenity. The loss of the residential accommodation has not been justified. Whilst it is recognised that there is an economic benefit to the city as a whole from the provision of tourist accommodation in this case it does not outweigh the adverse impact on residential amenity or loss of residential accommodation.”

“The proposal does not comply with the Development Plan policy NPF 4 policy 30(e) and LDP policy Hou 6. There are no material considerations that outweigh this conclusion. The proposal is unacceptable.”

“However, the use of this property as a short term let would have the potential to introduce an increased frequency of movement to the dwelling, main entrance and shared stair at unsociable hours. The proposed two-bedroom short term let use would enable visitors to arrive and stay at the premises for short periods of time throughout the year in a manner dissimilar to that of permanent residents.”

“The activity and noise generated by the proposed use would be significantly different from what neighbouring residents living within the building might reasonably expect and consequently will have a significant detrimental effect on their living conditions and amenity.”

“This application received 26 representations, 24 comments in support and one objection. A petition, with 21 signatories, was also received. Although there are 21 names and addresses on the petition, there is a duplicate signature. It is also noted that 18 of the signatories have submitted a comment in support. A summary of the representations is provided below:”

“− No negative residential impact. − Positive economic impact. − Economic benefits of STL outweigh any potential loss of residential accommodation. − No negative impact on residential amenity. − The STL use will comply with licensing requirements.”

“25/00722/FULSTL – Report by the Chief Planning Officer To REFUSE planning permission for the reasons set out in section C of the report by the Chief Planning Officer.”