GrantedInfrastructureDecided 20 November 2017

KNOCKARIDDERA, CASTLEISLAND, CO KERRY

Replacement of an existing 33m telecommunications tower with a new 36m structure and compound expansion.

17947 · Kerry County Council · Lodged 26 September 2017

Reference: 17947
Authority: Kerry County Council
Register status: Decided
Type: PERMISSION
Received: 26 September 2017

Summary

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This application seeks to replace an existing 33m telecommunications tower with a new 36m free-standing multi-user structure. It includes expanding the existing compound with additional exchange containers and retaining a radio satellite dish to be transferred to the new tower.

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Development description

Install a 36m free standing multi-user structure carrying telecommunications equipment. The proposed tower is a replacement for the existing 33m permitted structure (pl 08/206609) which will be decommissioned and removed from site. The in si- tu telecommunications equipment to be transferred post construction. Provision has also been made for future co-location as required. Permission is also sought for the expansion of the existing compound with additional exchange containers enclosed within palisade fencing. Retention permission is also sought for the radio satellite dish which will be transferred to the new structure, post construction. The development will continue to provide accommodation to vodafone in the provision of telecommunications services ripplecom broadband, spirit fm and the civil defence

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Address	Date	Price	Distance
The Cottage Tulligabeen, Knocknagoshel, Tralee	Mar 2026	€284,750	433 m

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Application received26 September 2017
Decision due20 November 2017
Decision issued20 November 2017
Grant issued22 December 2017
Permission expiry21 December 2022

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