Short-term let accommodation at Flat 5 11 South Maybury, Cammo, Edinburgh

“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 application is for the retrospective change of use of the property from a flatted dwelling to short term let (STL). The applicant indicates on the application form that the operation of the property as a short stay let commenced on 01 September 2021.”

“This application relates to a second floor-flatted dwelling located in a modern three- storey flatted building. The property comprises two bedrooms, a living room, kitchen, and bathroom. It fronts directly onto Maybury Road where there is a high pattern of activity and noise generated from the bus stop and vehicular traffic. Access is via a communal door and stairwell shared with other residential units.”

“There are a mix of uses immediately to the south of the property including a service station, a supermarket, a hotel, and a casino. To the rear of the property, there are residential dwellings.”

“23/05583/CLESTL Flat 5 11 South Maybury Edinburgh EH12 8NX Existing use as a short-term let visitor accommodation. Refused 9 October 2024”

“22/01674/FUL Flat 5 11 South Maybury Edinburgh EH12 8NX Retrospective change of use from residential dwelling to short-term let (sui generis). Refused 30 August 2022”

“A total of 23 representations were received, all of which were in support. A petition, with 21 signatories, has also been received. It is noted that 20 of the signatories have also submitted a comment in support. A summary of the representations is provided below:”

“− No negative impact on residential amenity. − Positive economic benefit. − The STL use will comply with licensing requirements. − Not suitable as residential property due to surrounding area.”

“25/01106/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.”