Planning Permission Ireland
GrantedInfrastructureDecided 24 April 2026

MEENAHORNA, LIFFORD PO, CO. DONEGAL

Erection of a temporary 100m meteorological mast in Donegal.

2562291 · Donegal County Council · Lodged 18 December 2025

Reference
2562291
Authority
Donegal County Council
Register status
Decided
Type
PERMISSION
Received
18 December 2025

Summary

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Permission is sought for a temporary 100-metre-high lattice-type meteorological mast for a period of 5 years. The structure will include guy wires, climate instruments, aviation lighting, and bird deterrent markers.

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Development description

(1) erection of a temporary 100m high lattice type meteorological mast including ancillary works for a period of 5 years, to be fixed to ground anchors by guy wires and including instruments for measuring local climate conditions, services and associated equipment, (2) infra-red led aviation light to be fitted near the top of the lattice section of the proposed meteorological mast and (3) bird flight deterrent markers to be fitted to each guy wire at approximately 10m intervals. An appropriate assessment and natura impact statement (nis) accompanies this application

Key dates

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  1. Application received18 December 2025
  2. Further information requested19 February 2026
  3. Further information received12 March 2026
  4. Decision due6 May 2026
  5. Decision issued24 April 2026
  6. Grant issued27 May 2026
  7. Permission expiry26 May 2031

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