RED III application for a 10-year planning permission with a total site area of 3.13…

RED III application for a 10-year planning permission with a total site area of 3.13 hectares. The development, an amendment to the previously granted development Ref: 2360010 is to consist of: • The construction of one Enercon E138 Wind Energy Converter on an 99m tower with an electrical rating of 4.5MW and an overall tip height of 169m; • An amendment to substation design, changing from a block-built to a modular design comprising of 2 single-story prefabricated modules surrounded by stock proof fencing; an ESB module measuring 14.33 m² and height of 3.41m and; an IPP module measuring 33.31 m² and 3.89m in height; and • All associated ancillary works including, access tracks, drainage electrical ducting and reinstatement works. The operational lifespan of the development will be 35 years from the date of commercial operation. This planning application is not subject to a Natura Impact Statement (NIS) or Environmental Impact Assessment Report (EIAR). This development is covered by the provisions of the Renewable Energy Directive III (Directive (EU) 2023/2413) and it is important to note that the planning application may be subject to section 34D of the Planning and Development Act 2000, as amended. When a notice issues in accordance with section 34D(b), the provisions of article 26A of the Planning and Development Regulations 2001 to 2025 shall apply