Knavinstown and Coolfore Solar PV Installation

Application details

Planning reference

2560750

Council

Meath County Council

Proposal description

The proposed development comprises a 10-year planning consent for a ground-mounted solar PV energy installation on a site of approximately 62.96 hectares. It will include solar panels mounted on fixed-tilt frames with associated pile-driven support structures, inverters, transformers, a client substation, internal access tracks, underground cabling, perimeter deer fencing, CCTV security poles, welfare facilities and a temporary construction compound. Site access will be provided via an existing upgraded and widened entrance onto the R155. A Natura Impact Statement (NIS) has been submitted with this application. Significant further information/revised plans submitted on this application

Location / address

Knavinstown and Coolfore, Curragha, County Meath

Application type

PERMISSION

Received / registered

17 Jul 2025

Valid date

17 Jul 2025

Council decision

Conditional

Council decision date

19 Aug 2026

Appeal lodged

14 Sept 2026