For a period of 10 years to construct and complete a solar PV energy development with a total site area of 45.9 hectares…

Application details

Planning reference

2560291

Council

Kildare County Council

Proposal description

For a period of 10 years to construct and complete a solar PV energy development with a total site area of 45.9 hectares, comprising of the construction of PV panels mounted on metal frames, transformer stations, GRP unit, internal access tracks, perimeter fencing with CCTV cameras and access gates, electrical cabling and ducting, temporary construction compound, landscaping and all ancillary infrastructure and associated works. The solar farm would be operational for 35 years. The export capacity to grid is estimated to be c. 35MW MEC. A Natura Impact Statement (NIS) has been prepared in respect of this application

Location / address

Townland of , Kilglass , Co. Kildare

Application type

PERMISSION

Received / registered

20 Mar 2025

Council decision

REFUSED

Council decision date

16 Jan 2026

Appeal lodged

11 Feb 2026

Planning timeline

Key dated milestones from the planning record.

1. Application received

   20 Mar 2025

2. Further information requested

   14 May 2025

3. Further information received

   13 Nov 2025

4. Decision: REFUSED

   16 Jan 2026

5. Appeal lodged

   11 Feb 2026