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Raheens Barnahely Ringaskiddy Co.Cork

Conditional Permission

Planning application 25/4268

Cork - Cork County Council

Proposed Development

Permission for the installation of solar carports and ground mounted solar PV arrays. The proposed development will consist of single and double row mono-pitch solar carports over existing surface car park areas, solar panels on ground mounted frames, 1 no. single storey low voltage/medium voltage transformer unit, 2 no. spare parts containers, micro inverters, underground electrical ducting and cabling within the development site, integrated lighting for car port areas, and all associated ancillary development works, including ground works and landscaping. Construction and operational access will be via an existing entrance from the R613. The proposed development is for modifications to an establishment to which the Major Accidents Directive applies

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Application Timeline

  1. Application received

    24 Feb 2025

  2. Decision due

    30 Oct 2025

  3. Decision: Conditional Permission

    30 Oct 2025

  4. Grant issued

    17 Dec 2025

Application Details

Location
Raheens Barnahely Ringaskiddy Co.Cork
Applicant
N/A
Application Type
Permission
Planning Authority
Cork County Council

Timeline

Registration Date
24 February 2025
Status
Application Closed
Decision
Conditional Permission
Decision Date
30 October 2025
Grant Date
17 December 2025

Location

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