ESB Ashbourne 38kV Substation, Donaghmore, Ashbourne Co Meath
Erection of a 24-metre-high telecommunications mast and compound at the ESB substation in Ashbourne.
2560296 · Meath County Council · Lodged 24 March 2025
- Reference
- 2560296
- Authority
- Meath County Council
- Register status
- Invalid or incomplete
- Type
- PERMISSION
- Received
- 24 March 2025
Summary
AI-generatedThe development consists of a 24-metre-high free-standing lattice telecommunications structure. It will carry antennae, dishes, and ancillary equipment within a new 2.4-metre-high palisade fenced compound.
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Official record
Development description
The development will consist of the erection of a 24 metre high, free standing lattice type telecommunications structure, carrying antennae, dishes, and ancillary equipment including lighting finial, to share with other licensed operators. To include associated ground equipment within a proposed 2.4 metre high palisade fence compound, and all associated ground works
Land-use zoning
What this land is zoned for
“Rural Area”
National zoning type: Mixed/general primary sector uses, including 'rural'
Objective set by the Meath County Development Plan 2021-2027 (2021–2027). The planning authority decides each application on its own merits — this is the zoning context, not a compliance assessment.
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Timeline
- Application received24 March 2025
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