Sandfordscourt House , Sandfordscourt , Kilkenny
N/APlanning application 2660673
Kilkenny - Kilkenny County Council
Proposed Development
for development The development consists of a ground-mounted solar photovoltaic (PV) array comprising 32 solar panels, installed within an existing, disused sand-based equestrian arena. Dimensions of Installation: Depth: 2.1 metres Width: 18.6 metres Maximum Height: 3.3 metres Location and Visual Screening: The solar PV installation is situated approximately 22.8 metres from the public road, within an existing, previously developed equestrian arena. The installation is naturally screened from the public road by a substantial, mature hedgerow situated on top of an existing earthen embankment measuring approximately 1.5 metres in height. The combined height of the embankment and mature hedgerow is approximately 5.5 metres, providing significant natural screening and minimising the visual impact of the solar array when viewed from the public road. Landscape and Environmental Considerations: The development makes productive use of an existing, unused equestrian area without requiring the removal of established hedgerows or significant alterations to the surrounding landscape. The existing mature vegetation and earthen embankment are retained, preserving the established rural character of the site while providing effective visual screening. The solar PV installation supports the generation of renewable electricity, reducing reliance on grid-supplied electricity and fossil fuels. Summary: The development represents a low-impact renewable energy installation within an existing, previously utilised area of the property. Its location, separation from the public road, and substantial natural screening ensure that it is appropriately integrated into the surrounding rural landscape, with limited visual impact on the public realm.
Application Timeline
Application received
22 Oct 2026
Decision due (upcoming)
16 Dec 2026
Application Details
- Location
- Sandfordscourt House , Sandfordscourt , Kilkenny
- Applicant
- N/A
- Application Type
- RETENTION
- Planning Authority
- Kilkenny County Council
- Site Area
- 0.004 ha
Timeline
- Registration Date
- 22 October 2026
- Status
- PRE_VALIDATION
- Decision
- N/A
- Decision Due
- 16 December 2026
Location
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