Visitor Accommodation provided in premises with a Visitor Economy Planning Use Classification:

The Land Planning and Development (Use Classes) Ordinance, 2017 separates recognised visitor accommodation premises into separate categories for the purpose of the Law: 

• Visitor Economy Use Class 7 - serviced visitor accommodation, such as Hotels and Guest Accommodation
• Visitor Economy Use Class 8 - non-serviced visitor accommodation, such as Self-Catering.

The approved use of all such premises is to provide short term accommodation for visitors for reward. Premises in either of these use classifications, and with a valid permit, can offer accommodation to paying visitors on a continuous basis.

In addition, there is provision in Planning Law to operate a bed and breakfast visitor accommodation from a private dwelling, without requiring planning permission for a change of use –more information about this here: Minor/Occasional use as Guest Accommodation.

How to Apply for a Visitor Accommodation permit

Applications must be made online using the M&T Application Portal

Initial portal access requires a password and user verification by Marketing & Communications, so in the first instance contact the Quality Development Team.

When you have logged in and completed your profile, open the “Accommodation Applications” Tab and use the “Visitor Accommodation Application” button to open a new application. 

If you need any assistance with your application, call the Quality Development Team on 07781 101402 or email us.

NB

• An Application Fee per maximum beds applies - 2024 fee is £10 per bed
• Always allow a reasonable lead time for your application to be processed (suggest 2 weeks minimum)
• Guidance notes about applying for a permit, and user notes about the application portal can be downloaded here. Please read these carefully before submitting an application.