A 10 Year Planning Permission for a solar farm
The National Technology Park, (in the townland of Rivers), Plassey Limerick
7.2 ha · Lodged
Planning application 2661045 to Limerick City and County Council: A 10 Year Planning Permission for a solar farm with a total area of circa 7.2 hectares, at The National Technology Park, (in the townland of Rivers), Plassey. A council decision is due by 22 October 2026.
Timeline
- Application lodged
- Council decision due
Key facts
Proposed development
a 10 Year Planning Permission for a solar farm with a total area of circa 7.2 hectares. The solar farm will consist of solar panels on ground mounted frames, 18 no. electrical inverter stations and 1 no. single storey electrical LV/MV transformer station, 2 no. single storey spare parts containers, underground electrical ducting and cabling within the development site, security fencing, CCTV, access tracks, temporary construction compound, landscaping and all associated ancillary development and drainage works. Construction and operational vehicle access will be via an existing entrance from Plassey Park Road. The operational lifespan of the solar farm will be 25 years and planning permission is requested for this duration. This development is covered by the provisions of the Renewable Energy Directive III (Directive (EU) 2023/2413) and it is important to note that the planning application may be subject to section 34D of the Planning and Development Act 2000, as amended. When a notice issues in accordance with section 34D(b), the provisions of article 26A of the Planning and Development Regulations 2001 to 2025 shall apply
Planning status
The application has been lodged and validated. The council has eight weeks to decide, unless it asks for further information. The council's decision is due by 22 Oct 2026.
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