Planning Application: 236017 (Cork County Council )
File Number:
236017
Application Type:
PERMISSION
Planning Status:
Decided...
Received Date:
06/10/2023
Decision Due Date:
20/05/2024
Validated Date:
16/10/2023
Invalidated Date:
Further Info Requested:
Further Info Received:
Withdrawn Date:
Extend Date:
Decision Type:
Decision Date:
20/05/2024
Leave to Appeal:
Appeal Date:
Commenced Date:
Submissions By:
09/11/2023
Applicant Details
Applicant name:
Reeve Wave Ltd
Applicant Address:
Phone Number:
Fax Number:
Corresp.
Address:
Applicant Details
Proposed Development
Development Description:
10 Year Planning permission for a solar array with a total area of circa 16 hectares. The development will consist of solar panels on ground mounted frames, 2 no. single storey control cabins with associated electrical transformer unit and hardstand areas, 1 no. ring main unit, underground cabling within the solar array site to connect solar array field parcels, 33kV underground grid connection cabling to the existing Bweeng 38kV substation (within Esk windfarm), security fencing, CCTV, access tracks (upgrade of existing and new), upgrades to existing agricultural field entrance on the L5258, landscaping and all associated ancillary apparatus and development works. Operational access will be via the entrance from the L5258. The solar array will connect to the national grid and will have an operational lifespan of 40 years. Planning permission is requested for this duration. A Natura Impact Statement (NIS) has been prepared and will be submitted to the planning authority with the application.
