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Gortnagross, Mallow, Co. Cork

Awaiting F.I. Response

Planning application 26/0765

Cork - Cork County Council

Proposed Development

A 10-year permission for a solar farm consisting of solar photovoltaic panels on ground-mounted frames, one single-storey transformer station, internal access tracks, security fencing, CCTV, landscaping, and all associated site development works. The proposed development represents an extension to the solar farm permitted under Cork County Council Planning Permission References: 15/7003, 22/5174 and 21/4498. The solar panels and associated infrastructure are arranged within a total developable site area (including ancillary works) of 8.72 ha at Gortnagross, Mallow, Co. Cork. 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.

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Application Details

Location
Gortnagross, Mallow, Co. Cork
Applicant
N/A
Application Type
Permission
Planning Authority
Cork County Council

Timeline

Registration Date
27 March 2026
Status
Awaiting F.I. Response
Decision
Pending

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Observations on this application closed on Thursday 30 April 2026, five weeks after it was received. The authority cannot accept a late submission.

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