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Coolnagun Bog, Clonava Coole, Mullingar Co. Westmeath

Erection of a 120-metre-high wind monitoring mast for a period of six years.

2560189 · Westmeath County Council · Lodged 17 April 2025

Reference
2560189
Authority
Westmeath County Council
Register status
Decided
Type
PERMISSION
Received
17 April 2025

Summary

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The application seeks permission to erect a 120-metre-high guyed wind monitoring mast with instruments to assess the suitability of the area for a wind farm. The application includes a Natura Impact Statement and is proposed for a six-year period.

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Development description

The erection of a guyed wind monitoring mast, with instruments, 120 metres in height and all ancillary works necessary for its construction and maintenance, for a period of six years. The purpose of the proposed mast is to assess the suitability of the surrounding area for wind farm development. The application will include a natura impact statement.

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  1. Application received17 April 2025
  2. Further information requested9 June 2025
  3. Further information received27 August 2025
  4. Decision due20 May 2026
  5. Decision issued15 May 2026
  6. Grant issued16 June 2026
  7. Permission expiry15 June 2031

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