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in the townland of Shanmullagh, Ballinamuck, County Longford

A 10-year planning permission for an 11-hectare solar farm in Ballinamuck, County Longford.

2660037 · Longford County Council · Lodged 6 February 2026

Reference: 2660037
Authority: Longford County Council
Register status: Invalid or incomplete
Type: PERMISSION
Received: 6 February 2026

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The proposal seeks a 10-year planning permission for an 11-hectare solar farm with an operational lifespan of 40 years. The development will feature ground-mounted solar panels, 14 single-storey inverter stations, a transformer station, a substation, security fencing, and connection to the existing 20kV overhead line.

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Development description

A 10 year planning permission for a solar farm with a total area of circa 11 hectares. The solar farm will consist of solar panels on ground mounted frames, 14 no. Single storey electrical inverter stations and 1 no. Single storey electrical lv/mv transformer station, 2 no. Single storey spare parts containers, 1 no. Ring main units, 1 no. Mv substation, underground electrical ducting and cabling within the development site, security fencing, cctv, access tracks, temporary construction compounds, landscaping and all associated ancillary development and drainage works. The proposed development will connect into the existing 20kv overhead electricity line that crosses the site. Construction and operational vehicle access will be via 1 no. New entrance from the l-10193 public road. The operational lifespan of the solar farm will be 40 years and planning permission is requested for this duration. This development is covered by the provisions of the renewable energy directive iii (directive (eu) 2023/2413)

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Application received6 February 2026

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