Cork City Council grants permission for 1.7 MW solar farm at Cork Airport, Located on Kinsale Road, Cork city

In context

There were 335 nationally in the past twelve months. Of the 573 such applications decided by councils in the past three years, 92% were granted.

What happens next

The applicant, or anyone who made a submission on the application, can appeal the decision to An Coimisiún Pleanála within four weeks of 19 May 2025. If no appeal is lodged, the council’s decision stands and a final grant issues.

The development description, as lodged

Verbatim from the Cork City Council register. This is the source for every figure in the story above.

Permission to erect 1.7 MWp or 13382.61 sqm Solar Photovoltaic (PV) in a Carport System in Cork Airport and associated site works comprising of the development will consist of photovoltaic panels with a capacity of 1.70 MWp incorporating a carport system along with all ancillary cabling and electrical infrastructure. this includes a new trench for ductwork terminating at the switch room situated at the front of the terminal building as well as one LV/MV transformer. additionally the development will include temporary welfare facilities and a compound for storing materials required for the installation as detailed in the plans.