RED III application - The development will consist of planning permission for a… | Within the townlands of , Raheenbeg Ballychristal Killarles

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Application timeline

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3 Sep 2026Application received
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NPAD · source SHA-256: 0004e39f793f2fa8cb303312120b3b87b93be0f1a194eb750491b524e18f9a73 · field: ReceivedDate

What changed

First retained observation; this does not establish that the application is new.

Observed: 23 September 2026. This describes our archive, not an application event date.

Why it matters locally

The proposal concerns Within the townlands of , Raheenbeg Ballychristal Killarles and Bawnmore , County Offaly.. Proposal excerpt: “RED III application - The development will consist of planning permission for a period of 10 years to construct and complete a solar PV energy development (renewable energy development) with a total site area of 143.4 he…”

Location & nearby applications

Within the townlands of , Raheenbeg Ballychristal Killarles and Bawnmore , County Offaly.

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Nearby applications

Closest retained records in this county within 5 km, measured between map points. Proximity does not establish a shared site.

the renovation of a detached derelict structure, formally a dwelling house, demolition of the existing extension to the rear,…About 1.1 km · Bawnmore , Geashill , Co. OffalyRef 2660315 · Permission granted with conditions
the demolition of an extension to the rear of the existing dwelling house, demolition of an existing shed, partial demolition…About 1.8 km · Ballydownan , Geashill , Co. OffalyRef 2660211 · Permission granted with conditions
CONSTRUCTION OF A DWELLING HOUSE, DOMESTIC GARAGE, SEPTIC TANK/ETS AND PERCOLATION AREA, BORED WELL AND ASSOCIATED SITE WORKSAbout 3.8 km · BALLYCUE , BALLINAGAR , CO. OFFALYRef 2665 · Further Information
1.Extension to existing dwelling house at ground floor 2. Dormer roof construction and increase in ridge height to accommodat…About 4.8 km · Scrub , Daingean , Co. OffalyRef 2660268 · Permission granted with conditions
a) Demolition of existing agricultural building to the rear of The Hoppers public house and removal of the lean-to roof struc…About 4.9 km · Walsh Island , Co. OffalyRef 2560675 · Permission granted with conditions

Documents & sources

Offaly County Council · Reference 2660473

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Source records and verification details

Change record: NPAD · source SHA-256: 0004e39f793f2fa8cb303312120b3b87b93be0f1a194eb750491b524e18f9a73

Proposal: NPAD · source SHA-256: 0004e39f793f2fa8cb303312120b3b87b93be0f1a194eb750491b524e18f9a73

Latest source observation retained: 2026-09-23T08:52:51.868425+00:00. Source dataset date: 2026-09-22.

Full description from the council file

RED III application - The development will consist of planning permission for a period of 10 years to construct and complete a solar PV energy development (renewable energy development) with a total site area of 143.4 hectares, comprising of the construction of PV panels mounted on metal frames, inverters, internal access tracks, perimeter fencing with CCTV cameras and access gates, electrical cabling and ducting, two temporary construction compounds, landscaping and all ancillary grid infrastructure and associated works. The proposed development will utilise two existing access points, which will include the upgrading and widening of an existing access off the L1013. The solar farm would be operational for 40 years. A Natura Impact Statement (NIS) has been prepared in respect of this application. 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

Application details

Reference: 2660473
Site address: Within the townlands of , Raheenbeg Ballychristal Killarles and Bawnmore , County Offaly.
Homes in source field: 0 (proposal, not completions)
Reported floor area (m²): 0
Application type: PERMISSION
Latest reported outcome: New Application
Date received: September 03, 2026
Decision due: October 28, 2026
Authority: Offaly County Council

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