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Townlands of Commons Carranstown and Platin , accessed off the L1609 Station Road Duleek , County Meath

CONDITIONAL

Planning application 2561187

Meath - Meath County Council

Proposed Development

RED III - Erection of a 19.48 MWp ground-mounted Solar Photovoltaic (PV) farm on lands off Station Road located to the west of Platin Cement Works and associated quarry north of Duleek, Co. Meath. The project will occupy approximately 22.35 hectares of agricultural fields adjacent to the existing cement facility and is designed to directly supply renewable electricity to the plant, thereby improving its energy efficiency and sustainability profile. The development will consist of photovoltaic panels mounted on fixed-tilt frames oriented to the south, with associated underground cabling and electrical infrastructure, including three transformer cabins and inverters. It will also include internal access tracks, a temporary construction compound and set-down area, perimeter security fencing, and CCTV where required. The grid connection will be made via the existing on-site substation at the Irish Cement Plant, enabling the generated power to be consumed on-site. 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 provision of article 26A of the Planning & Development Regulations 2001 to 2025 shall apply.

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Application Timeline

  1. Application received

    12 Dec 2025

  2. Further information requested

    30 Jan 2026

  3. Further information received

    8 Apr 2026

  4. Decision: CONDITIONAL

    1 May 2026

  5. Decision due

    5 May 2026

  6. Appeal submitted

    11 May 2026

Application Details

Location
Townlands of Commons Carranstown and Platin , accessed off the L1609 Station Road Duleek , County Meath
Applicant
N/A
Application Type
PERMISSION
Planning Authority
Meath County Council
Site Area
22.35 ha

Timeline

Registration Date
12 December 2025
Status
APPEALED
Decision
CONDITIONAL
Decision Date
1 May 2026

An Coimisiún Pleanála Appeal

Appeal Reference
PL-501323-MH-26
Submitted
11 May 2026

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