Lackagh Turloughmore Solar Farm

Application details

Planning reference

2661567

Council

Galway County Council

Proposal description

For a 10-year period for a solar farm with a total area of circa 93 hectares. The proposed development will consist of a solar farm comprising of c. 352,500 sq.m of solar photovoltaic panels on ground mounted frames, associated string inverters mounted to rear of panels, 18 no. single storey electrical transformer stations, 3 no. spare parts containers and 1 no. office unit. The overall project will also consist of underground electrical ducting and cabling within the development site and within the R354 public road, temporary construction compounds, security and acoustic fencing, CCTV, access tracks, landscaping, drainage and all ancillary development works and apparatus necessary to facilitate the proposed development. Construction and operational access will be via 2 no. existing entrance from the N83 and L21332 which will be subject to upgrades. The operational lifespan of the solar farm will be 40 years and planning permission is requested for this duration. A Natura Impact Statement (NIS) has been prepared and will be submitted to the Planning Authority with the application. 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

Location / address

Cahernashilleeny Knockdoebeg West Knockdoemore, Knockdoemore and Lackagh Beg (Townlands), Lackagh Turloughmore

Application type

PERMISSION

Received / registered

16 Sept 2026

Valid date

16 Sept 2026