Planning Permission Ireland
GrantedEnergyDecided 5 November 2024

Land c. 145m south of Seskin Road, Seskin, Co. Tipperary

Construction of a synchronous condenser and battery storage development in Seskin.

2460763 · Tipperary County Council · Lodged 12 September 2024

Reference
2460763
Authority
Tipperary County Council
Register status
Decided
Type
PERMISSION
Received
12 September 2024

Summary

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The application seeks a 10-year planning permission to construct a synchronous condenser and battery storage development on a 1.3-hectare site. The facility will include 40 battery energy storage units, a synchronous condenser, transformers, and associated infrastructure, with an operational lifespan of 35 years.

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Development description

Development which will consist of a 10-year planning permission to construct and complete a synchronous condenser and battery storage development with a total site area of c. 1.3 hectares comprising of 40 no. Battery energy storage units, 5 no. Twin skid structures, 1 no. Synchronous condenser, 1 no. Generator circuit breaker, 1 no. Auxiliary transformer and bund, 1 no. Step-up transformer and bund, 5 no. Control modules, 1 no. Cooler unit, 1 no. Emergency diesel generator and fuel tank, 1 no. Single storey storage container, cctv cameras, security fencing, access gates, access track, landscaping works, internal cabling and ancillary infrastructure works. The synchronous condenser and battery energy storage development would be operational for 35 years. A natura impact statement (nis) will be submitted with the application

Key dates

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  1. Application received12 September 2024
  2. Decision due6 November 2024
  3. Decision issued5 November 2024
  4. Grant issued9 December 2024
  5. Permission expiry5 November 2034

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