Planning application 2660473
Raheenbeg and Ballychristal Solar PV Development
Within the townlands of, Raheenbeg Ballychristal Killarles and Bawnmore, County Offaly.
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Why this application matters
Scale and lifespan
The solar PV development would cover 143.4 hectares and is proposed to operate for 40 years, with permission sought for a 10-year construction period.
Site infrastructure
Works include ground-mounted PV panels, inverters, electrical cabling and ducting, internal tracks, perimeter fencing, CCTV, landscaping, grid infrastructure and two temporary construction compounds.
Access and assessment
The scheme would use two existing access points, including upgrading and widening an access from the L1013. A Natura Impact Statement accompanies the proposal.
Earlier submissions
The same 143.4-hectare solar scheme has previously been submitted for the Raheenbeg, Ballychristal, Killarles and Bawnmore townlands.
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Application details
- Planning reference
- 2660473
- Council
- Offaly County Council
- Proposal description
- RED III application - The development will consist of planning permission for a period of 10 years to construct and complete a solar PV energy development (renewable energy development) with a total site area of 143.4 hectares, comprising of the construction of PV panels mounted on metal frames, inverters, internal access tracks, perimeter fencing with CCTV cameras and access gates, electrical cabling and ducting, two temporary construction compounds, landscaping and all ancillary grid infrastructure and associated works. The proposed development will utilise two existing access points, which will include the upgrading and widening of an existing access off the L1013. The solar farm would be operational for 40 years. A Natura Impact Statement (NIS) has been prepared in respect of this 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
- Within the townlands of, Raheenbeg Ballychristal Killarles and Bawnmore, County Offaly.
- Application type
- PERMISSION
- Received / registered
- 3 Sept 2026
- Valid date
- 3 Sept 2026
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