Permission to erect 1.7 MWp or 13382.61 sqm Solar Photovoltaic (PV) in a Carport System in Cork Airport…

Application details

Planning reference

2443516

Council

Cork City Council

Proposal description

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.

Location / address

Cork Airport , Located on Kinsale Road , Cork

Application type

PERMISSION

Received / registered

18 Dec 2024

Council decision

CONDITIONAL

Council decision date

19 May 2025

Final grant date

30 Jun 2025

Planning and construction timeline

Key dated milestones from planning, appeal and official building-control records.

1. Application received

   18 Dec 2024

2. Decision: CONDITIONAL

   19 May 2025

3. Final grant

   30 Jun 2025

4. Works commenced

   12 May 2026Official NBCO/BCMS data