Energy, Dungarvan College, Youghal Road, Dungarvan, County Waterford, X35 PV34 - Planning Application 2660326

Status / decision

New Application / 25 Jun 2026

Authority / ref

Waterford City and County Council / 2660471

Development facts

Energy / units unknown / floor unknown

Estimated lead value

No value basis indexed

Likely packages

Electrical, Fire Safety, Security, Solar/Energy

Activity window

Early planning cue: qualify promoter, scale and likely future package needs.

Evidence / confidenceOfficial file: linked; card date 25 Jun 2026. Value confidence: Not enough public evidence for a value band on this card.

Source description10-year permission for a solar farm, within a total site area of c.149.12ha, comprising of the following:- - Solar photovoltaic panels on ground mounted frames. The solar panels are arranged within a site area of c. 145.17ha, with an expected lifespan of 40 years; - 18 no. single-storey transformer stations; - 4 no. single-storey storage containers; - Underground electric ducting, cabling and joint bays within the development site and within the N72, R671, and unclassified local roads known locally as Nicholastown and Ballyard to connect the solar farm field parcels. The site area within the public road is c. 3.95ha; - An overhead networking cable of approximately 30m in length supported by 2no. wooden ESB poles crossing the River Finisk; - A new entrance to the Drumroe site from the N72, upgrades to 2 no. existing entrances at Clashnagoneen from the unclassified local roads known locally as Nicholastown and Ballyhane and 2 no. additional entrances to the northern parcels of the Clashnagoneen site from unclassified local road known locally as Ballyard, upgrades to the existing entrance to the Kilcannon site from the L1013, internal access tracks and a clear span bridge over the Clashnagoneen stream; - Security fencing, CCTV, landscaping and all associated ancillary site and development works. A Natura Impact Statement (NIS) will be submitted to the Planning Authority with 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, 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.

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Status / decision

New Application / 2 Jul 2026

Authority / ref

Waterford City and County Council / 2660489

Development facts

Infrastructure / units unknown / floor unknown

Estimated lead value

No value basis indexed

Likely packages

Compliance, Electrical, Groundworks, Health & Safety, Main contractor

Activity window

Early planning cue: qualify promoter, scale and likely future package needs.

Evidence / confidenceOfficial file: linked; card date 2 Jul 2026. Value confidence: Not enough public evidence for a value band on this card.

Source descriptionthe restoration of a disused rock and gravel quarry comprising some 3.52 hectares to agricultural use using imported inert soil and stone classified as Article 27 by-products of the construction industry. It is proposed to import some 270,000m3 of that material over a period not to exceed 5 years. The application is accompanied by an Environmental Impact Assessment Report (EIAR) and a screening report for Appropriate Assessment (AA)

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Status / decision

Further Information / 10 Oct 2025

Authority / ref

Waterford City and County Council / 2560725

Development facts

Infrastructure / units unknown / floor unknown

Estimated lead value

No value basis indexed

Likely packages

Compliance, Electrical, Groundworks, Health & Safety, Main contractor

Activity window

Active file: design clarifications may still change scope before decision.

Evidence / confidenceOfficial file: linked; card date 10 Oct 2025. Value confidence: Not enough public evidence for a value band on this card.

Source description• Stabilisation works along an approximate 126m long section of cliff face to include construction of a 44m long retaining wall, and installation of rock bolts, slope drainage and dentition. • The demolition and reconstruction of 126m boundary wall along Dock Road • Ecological Enhancement to include new kittiwake nesting areas • Public Amenity Enhancement to include a new harbour viewing deck with public seating.The proposed development is located within an Architectural Conservation Area.

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