Planning Applications in Cork
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Amarenco Solar Inniscarra Limited intend to apply for planning permission for development of lands (c. 7.5ha) at Curraleigh, Inniscarra, Co. Cork. The development will consist of: A 10-year permission for a solar farm and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) facility within a total development area of 7.5ha comprising: i) photovoltaic panels on ground-mounted frames. The solar panels are arranged within a site area of c. 7.402 ha, with an expected lifespan of 40 years. The proposed development represents an extension to the solar farm previously permitted under Reg Ref. No.’s 15/06625, 21/04505, and 22/04909. ii) 1 no. single-storey solar PV transformer station, iii)12 no. single-storey BESS containers arranged within a site of c. 0.098 ha, iv) 1 no. single-storey BESS Transformer, v)1 no. single-storey Power Conversion System Skid (PCS Skid), vi)1 no. single-storey spare parts storage container, vii) internal access tracks, fencing, CCTV, landscaping, and all associated site and development works. This development is covered by the provisions of the Renewable Energy Directive III (Directive(EU)2023/2024) 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.
Permission to install a 100% renewable energy ground mounted solar array consisting of 1261 no. solar PV panels (750kWp) and all associated site works. This development is covered by the provisions of the Renewable Energy Directive III (Directive(EU)2023/2024) 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.
We, Perigus Energy Ireland Midco Ltd., intend to apply for permission for development at this site: Knocknagappagh, Barnaviddane, Ballyneague, Ballydaniel, Youghalpark, Ballydaheen and Cornaveigh in County Cork. The development will consist of: • A 323.28 ha solar farm with ca. 210ha of solar panels fixed on ground-mounted frames or precast concrete solar panel footings, gabion basket, or ballasted solutions. • The provision of 54 no. Inverter/transformer stations placed on concrete pads on hardcore sized 120m2. • Site access tracks formed from the provision of 5,135m of new site access tracks and the upgrade of 7,115m of existing access tracks/roads to facilitate access to all onsite infrastructure. • The provision of 1 no. new permanent site entrance for construction and operational access, with the addition of a temporary overrun area from the R634 regional road in the townland of Ballydaniel (site entrance 1). • The permanent realignment of 1 no. existing field access for construction and operational access from the L7806 local road in the townland of Knocknagappagh (site entrance 2). • The provision of 1 no. new permanent site entrance for construction and operational access from the L3803 local road in the townland of Barnaviddane (site entrance 3). • The permanent realignment of 1 no. existing entrance for construction and operational access from the L3808 local road in the townland of Youghalpark (site entrance 4). • The permanent realignment of 1 no. existing entrance for construction and operational access from the L38081 local road in the townland of Cornaveigh (site entrance 5). • The permanent realignment of 2 no. existing field entrances for construction and operational access from the L7828 local road in the townland of Ballyneague (site entrance 6 and 7). • The permanent realignment of 3 no. existing field access for construction and operational access from the L7829 local road in the townland of Ballydaniel (site entrance 8, 9 and 10). • The permanent realignment of 1 no. existing entrance for construction and operational access from the L38032 local road in the townland of Knocknagappagh (site entrance 11). • Underground electrical ducting and cabling, including 3 no. road crossings (local roads L7829, L3803 and L78281) and 3 no. culvert crossings on the L3808. • The provision of 5 no. Temporary construction compounds of which there will be 1 main temporary construction compound (Compound No. 1 located in Ballyneague) ca. 5,200m2 with associated temporary offices, staff facilities parking and security fencing, and 4 no. additional temporary laydown areas of ca. 2,000m2 each located in the townlands of Ballydaniel, Barnaviddane, Cornaveigh and Youghalpark. • Landscaping works encompassing the removal of 395m hedgerow, the planting of 1,400m of new hedgerow and up to 31,000m of linear hedgerow and mosaic hedgerow as required all included in a Landscape Mitigation Plan. • The provision of Biodiversity Enhancement Areas. • The provision of 1 no. temporary spoil storage area. • The construction of a ca. 7,800m2 Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) compound including 56 no. Battery Container Units, 7 no. Inverter Twin Skid Units each consisting of 2 no. Inverters and 1 no. Transformer housed in Modular Enclosures, Communications Building housing switchgear and controls, House Transformer, Back-up Generator and Fuel Supply located in a Bunded Reinforced Concrete Plinth Area, Control Building, Internal Access Tracks, Security Fencing, CCTV, Lighting, Drainage any all other ancillary infrastructure. • All ancillary development such as drainage infrastructure (clean water cut off drains), security fencing, CCTV, weather stations and storage containers for spare parts. The application is requesting a 10-year planning permission for the development of a solar farm with an operational life of 40 years. A separate planning application for the on-site 220kV AIS Substation and loop in Gri
Permission for Retention of demolition of domestic dwelling and Permission for Retention of domestic dwelling constructed in its place.
Permission for a) the demolition of an existing dwelling and an existing shed, retainage of existing detached single storey garage and store area, b) the construction of a new detached dwelling with garage and store area, installation of a new bio filtration unit, rain harvesting unit, boundary treatment and all associated site works.
Full Planning Permission for the construction of a dwelling house and domestic garage and associated site works
We, The Irish Heritage Trust, intend to apply for Permission for development of this site at Fota House, Foaty, Carrigtwohill, Co. Cork _____________________________________________________________ The development will consist of: Installation of a ground mounted Photovoltaic (PV) array of approximately 82m2 and associated below ground cabling into Fota House, and installation of air-to-water mono-bloc heat pumps, on a concrete pad in rear yard connected to the existing boiler room and all associated ground works, at Fota House, Carrigtwohill, Co. Cork by the Irish Heritage Trust. Fota house is a Protected Structure: PS 504. 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. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee, €20, within the period of – (a) 5 weeks, or (b) 2 weeks, in the case of a planning application for small-scale solar energy equipment development or development that is the installation of a small-scale non-ground source heat pump, (c) beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application, and such submissions or observations will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission. Signed: ___________________________________________________ AGENT: Oisin Creagh Dip Arch BArch Sc FRIAI G1 - DESIGN FORUM ARCHITECTS Date of erection of site notice: 11th June 2026___________________________________
Permission to retain mobile home. Permission is also sought to construct dwelling, detached garage & all associated site works.
Permission to construct a dwelling house, a garage for domestic purpose, to install a domestic waste water treatment system and to carry out all associated site works.
The construction of a new gym building (for use by club members) attached to the existing ball alley building, on existing club grounds, and ancillary site works
Permission for the construction of an extension for storage of grain and straw to front of existing farm building & ancillary works
Permission for the construction of a storey and a half ancillary dwelling house, connection to the existing waste- water treatment plant and all associated site works at Kilboy, Cloyne, Co. Cork ( Eircode P25 E9E8).
permission for (1) retention and removal of 2no. existing roof windows and 1no. balcony roof window to the western roof slope of the existing house, (2) retention of demolition of the original extension, part of external wall and internal floors, (3) retention of new floors and supporting structure and partially constructed external walls to proposed new extension (4) demolition of western site boundary walls and steps (5) proposed new western site boundary walls, steps and handrail, (6) completion of proposed 2 storey extension to rear, (7) proposed alterations to the existing building including (i) 2no. new dormers on western roof slope, (ii) replacement of existing roof tiles with natural slate, (iii) replacement of existing windows and front door with new and (8) all associated site works.
The development will consist of the construction of a detached single-storey ancillary pool house incorporating an internal swimming pool and associated changing, plant and storage facilities, together with all associated site development works including revisions to the approved site layout where required, hard and soft landscaping, drainage, utility connections and all ancillary works necessary to facilitate and integrate the proposed development with the previously permitted dwelling house under Planning Register Reference No. 26/0267.
Permission for the construction and operation of an outdoor commercial sauna and plunge-pool facility ancillary to the existing licensed premises known as The Ferry, comprising of 2 no. commercial saunas, 2 no. plunge pools, associated changing and shower facilities, associated services and all ancillary site development works within the elevated outdoor area adjoining the Ferry.
Permission for Retention for dwelling house and attached shelter/domestic stores as constructed on site. Permission for Retention is also being sought for the construction and change of the site boundaries from that granted under N/98/1925 and associated site works all as constructed on site.
Permission to decommission the existing septic tank and install a replacement wastewater treatment system (and all associated site works), to serve an existing dwelling (undergoing works as per previously granted permission 25/4271).
Permission for:- 1) Demolition and reconstruction of the existing front porch, 2) Conversion of the existing garage to habitable accommodation, 3) Re-roofing of the existing garage, 4) Elevational changes to all facades, 5) Demolition of the rear lean-to roof and construction of a flat roof, 6) Demolition of existing side porch and construction of a new bay window and all associated site works.
Permission for 2 no. two storey dwellings - one to the front and one to the rear of existing two storey dwelling – all accessed from existing site entrance, public sewer connections, de-commissioning of existing septic tank, roadside boundary works and all associated works, previously permitted as serviced sites under planning reference 21/5378.
Permission for (a) the demolition of existing lean-to garage, (b) the construction of a two storey extension and a detached garage at the eastern side of existing dwelling, (c) changes to elevations of the existing dwelling, (d) the re-location of existing vehicular site entrance and (e) the installation of a waste water treatment unit and for all associated site works.
Exempted development in Cork
Cork's local authorities received 98 exempted development notifications in 2018-2022 (Cork City Council: 33, Cork County Council: 65), out of 898 nationwide. Many small projects -- extensions under 40 sq m, sheds, rooftop solar -- don't need planning permission at all. Check if yours is exempt.
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