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Ireland’s Energy Shift: Planning Permission Secured for Major Solar Project
Planning Permission Secured for 105MW Ballydonagh Solar Farm as L&G NTR Clean Power Fund Expands Irish Renewable Portfolio Dublin, October 2025 – In a significant step toward Ireland’s clean energy ambitions, the 105MW Ballydonagh solar project in County Galway has changed hands with planning permission and grid connection already in place. The L&G NTR Clean …

€2m Greenway Hub Sparks Growth: Planning Permission Secured
Planning Permission Secured for Major €2m Greenway Hub at West Limerick West Limerick is set for a major economic uplift as construction starts on a transformative €2 million Greenway Hub, with full planning permission now in place. The development marks a significant milestone for the region, providing a dedicated hub for cyclists, walkers, and outdoor …

Permission Secured for New County Cork Garda HQ Construction
Planning Permission Secured for New County Cork Garda HQ Construction The long-awaited commencement of construction works for the new County Cork Garda Headquarters is set to begin in the coming weeks, marking a significant development in regional law enforcement infrastructure. The project, positioned to receive full planning permission, will deliver a modern Garda HQ designed …
NewsNorth Tipperary’s New Biogas Plant Secures Planning Permission
Planning Permission Sought for Major Biogas Renewable Energy Project in North Tipperary Concerns about climate change drive a vital need for sustainable planning permission in renewable energy development. Annaholty Green Energy Limited has formally applied for planning permission for a significant biogas renewable energy facility near Birdhill in north Tipperary. The proposed development features modern …
NewsHow Smart Manufacturing Boosts Planning Permission in Ireland
Planning Permission Advances With Smart Manufacturing Boost in Coalisland Construction Planning permission is becoming more critical as Coalisland’s offsite construction firm invests millions in smart manufacturing to cut waste, speed up production, and reduce carbon emissions. A pioneering offsite construction company based in Coalisland has embarked on a multi-million pound investment to enhance its manufacturing …

How MetroLink Planning Permission Will Transform Dublin
Planning Permission Insights: MetroLink Disruptions Experience years of transport transformation with the MetroLink project. The MetroLink project, recently granted planning permission, will transform Dublin’s transport landscape with a high-capacity metro line from Swords to Charlemont. This 18.8km line, mostly underground, will integrate with existing rail networks, enhancing connectivity across the city. Key features include 16 …

How Planning Permission Impacts Ireland’s Housing Developments
Unlocking Planning Permission Are landmark developments the key to solving Ireland’s housing crisis? Developers like Johnny Ronan are actively seeking planning permission for large-scale projects in Dublin’s Docklands. Recently, Ronan Group Real Estate proposed a 550-home development on North Wall Quay, though another significant project was rejected due to concerns over its height and impact …

How Ireland’s €1B Investment Eases Planning Permission for Solar
Planning Permission Boost as Ireland Allocates €1 Billion+ to Renewables Struggling with securing planning permission for renewable projects? Ireland’s Budget 2026 unlocks over €1 billion to fast-track clean energy development, led by solar. In Budget 2026, the Irish government has committed more than €1 billion to advance renewables, pushing solar energy to the forefront of …

How Budget 2026 Transforms Planning Permission in Ireland
Unlocking Growth: Planning Permission in Budget 2026 Get insight into how Budget 2026 impacts construction and planning in Ireland. Irish Budget 2026 introduces significant incentives for the property and construction sectors. A key measure includes reducing the VAT rate on new apartment sales from 13.5% to 9%, effective from 8 October 2025. This applies to …

Minister Urges Rethink on Housing Objections to Boost Development and Diversity
Minister Calls for Change in Housing Objections Over Area ‘Character’ Public Expenditure Minister Jack Chambers has called for a shift in attitudes towards housing development objections based on the “character” of an area, arguing that such objections hinder the broader social and economic goals of increasing housing supply. Chambers made these remarks while launching a …

Ireland’s Housing Commencement Notices Hit Record Low in March 2025: What It Means for the Market
March Sees Record Low in Housing Commencement Notices Across Ireland In March 2025, Ireland witnessed a significant drop in housing commencement notices, with only 723 homes beginning the construction process. This figure marks the lowest since February 2021, when just 522 homes were initiated. The data, released by the Department of Housing, highlights a concerning …

Sayvale Limited Boosts Mayo’s Housing Market with New Office and Development Projects
Property Developer Expands in Mayo with New Office and Housing Projects A prominent property developer, Sayvale Limited, has made a notable expansion into County Mayo, opening a new office in Castlebar. This move is part of the company’s ambitious strategy to deliver hundreds of new homes, including much-needed affordable housing schemes. Sayvale Limited, known for …