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Irish Independent
27-05-2025
- Business
- Irish Independent
Plans for much-needed Tipperary bypass take a step forward
Tipperary County Council have this week published design update number three for the N24 Cahir to Limerick Junction project, which would see Tipperary town bypassed. Tipperary County Council, are working on the project in partnership with Limerick City and County Council, Transport Infrastructure Ireland and the Department of Transport, which it is hoped, will relieve a traffic bottleneck in Tipperary town. As part of the newly-unveiled plans, Tipperary town would see new streets incorporating active travel infrastructure. 'These streets will help divert traffic away from Main Street, which, in combination with a series of safety measures, such as signalisation of key junctions and the provision of signalised pedestrian crossings will encourage modal shift and assist in creating a more attractive environment for people living and working in the centre of Tipperary town', Tipperary Council have said. "The proposed N24 will provide greater journey time savings and cater for an enhanced more reliable bus service between the cities of Limerick and Waterford. The transport solution will provide improved connectivity to Limerick Junction Railway Station and the potential Strategic Freight Terminal and Transport Hub identified in the Tipperary County Development Plan where all modes of transport can interchange'. Sinead Carr, Chief Executive of Tipperary County Council said: 'the upgrading of the N24 is a priority for Tipperary County Council. It will also provide the opportunity for Tipperary town to commence work on significantly upgrading its Town Centre Public Realm and re-establish it as a connected and active trading centre for its residents and hinterland. "The publication of the third Design Update of the Preferred Transport Solution for the N24 Cahir to Limerick Junction and Oola Transport Project is a welcomed advancement. This infrastructure will improve connectivity between the towns and cities across the Southern Region, and we acknowledge the significant economic and social benefits that derive from such investments'. "It will not only relieve the traffic bottleneck from within Tipperary town but will also provide significant safety improvements along the full length of this section of the N24 corridor within the counties of Tipperary and Limerick,' Ms Carr added. The plans have gone on public display at the Great National Ballykisteen Golf Hotel in Limerick Junction from Tuesday, May 27, and online at
Irish Independent
21-05-2025
- Business
- Irish Independent
Major Nua Bioenergy plant gets go-ahead in Tipperary
Nua Bioenergy Limited has been given the green light by the county council for the construction of an anaerobic digestion plant consisting of four primary digester tanks, each measuring 7.6 m in height. The site is in the townland of Killoran, Moyne. The plans have attracted submissions and observations from around a dozen parties. Purser Development Consultants Limited wrote to the council on behalf of their client, Nua Bioenergy Ltd, saying: 'The proposed development offers a state-of-the-art biomethane and bio-based fertiliser production facility designed to significantly boost Ireland's biogas output. 'This facility will play a pivotal role in mitigating agricultural waste and curbing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from the agricultural sector. 'By aligning with the strategic goals of the Tipperary County Development Plan 2022-2028, and fulfilling both national and regional policy objectives, this project demonstrates a strong commitment to sustainable energy practices and environmental stewardship.' Local landowner TJ Maher was among those who raised concerns about the development, citing the potential for devaluation of land, and its impact on his family in the future, adding that 'odour and smells omitted will attract vermin and possible disease for my livestock adjacent to the proposed site'. Additionally, 'my access road to my lands is not good enough for the expected volume of heavy traffic expect to import 98,000 tons of waste to feed the anaerobic digester plant. Also heavy traffic during construction of the site'. Nearby local residents David Hogan and Mary Anne Cantwell-Hogan cited concerns about the site notice, the site location of the proposed development in relation to local residential housing, the operating hours and manufacturing processes involved, the environmental impacts such as noise, air, and light pollution, the risk of explosion, and devaluation of property. There are to be three secondary digester tanks, along with the four primaries, each measuring 14.5m in height, along with four feed hoppers, four technical rooms ranging in size from 35 sqm to 95 sqm, two biogas conditioning units, and process, storage and buffer tanks of various heights. These components will be located within a containment bund constructed 3m below ground level. The proposed development will also consist of feedstock storage comprised of three storage clamps and two 500 sqm storage sheds. ADVERTISEMENT Learn more The plans include a biomethane upgrading plant, including a natural gas compression unit, a biomethane loading facility consisting of four loading bays with associated gates and safety features measuring 490 sqm in area. Provision is made for a biomass boiler with its associated pellet storage silo, 12.5 m in height, and a combined heat and power (CHP) plant and associated heat exchanger. The plans include a single storey bio-based fertiliser processing and storage unit of 3,890 sqm, including a digestate dewatering plant, fertiliser pasteurisation plant and bio-based fertiliser loading facilities. Additionally, there will be a single storey office building of 105 sqm, including offices, a meeting room, control room, laboratory, welfare facilities, a storeroom and a first-aid facility, along with bin storage. There will be nine car parking spaces, including five standard parking spaces, two electric vehicle (EV) spaces and one accessible car parking space, electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, ten bicycle parking spaces, along with vehicular, cyclist and pedestrian access and egress and associated circulation routes. The project includes two weighbridges, a vehicle steam wash area, a fuel storage tank, an emergency flare 7.6 m in height, a process area runoff lagoon, attenuation pond, an ESB sub-station, and all boundary treatments such as gates, piers, fencing, and site lighting. The council granted planning permission on May 6 subject to 14 conditions.
Irish Independent
21-05-2025
- Business
- Irish Independent
Major Nua Bioenergy plant gets go-ahead in Co Tipperary
Nua Bioenergy Limited has been given the green light by the county council for the construction of an anaerobic digestion plant consisting of four primary digester tanks, each measuring 7.6 m in height. The site is in the townland of Killoran, Moyne. The plans have attracted submissions and observations from around a dozen parties. Purser Development Consultants Limited wrote to the council on behalf of their client, Nua Bioenergy Ltd, saying: 'The proposed development offers a state-of-the-art biomethane and bio-based fertiliser production facility designed to significantly boost Ireland's biogas output. 'This facility will play a pivotal role in mitigating agricultural waste and curbing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from the agricultural sector. 'By aligning with the strategic goals of the Tipperary County Development Plan 2022-2028, and fulfilling both national and regional policy objectives, this project demonstrates a strong commitment to sustainable energy practices and environmental stewardship.' Local landowner TJ Maher was among those who raised concerns about the development, citing the potential for devaluation of land, and its impact on his family in the future, adding that 'odour and smells omitted will attract vermin and possible disease for my livestock adjacent to the proposed site'. Additionally, 'my access road to my lands is not good enough for the expected volume of heavy traffic expect to import 98,000 tons of waste to feed the anaerobic digester plant. Also heavy traffic during construction of the site'. Nearby local residents David Hogan and Mary Anne Cantwell-Hogan cited concerns about the site notice, the site location of the proposed development in relation to local residential housing, the operating hours and manufacturing processes involved, the environmental impacts such as noise, air, and light pollution, the risk of explosion, and devaluation of property. There are to be three secondary digester tanks, along with the four primaries, each measuring 14.5m in height, along with four feed hoppers, four technical rooms ranging in size from 35 sqm to 95 sqm, two biogas conditioning units, and process, storage and buffer tanks of various heights. These components will be located within a containment bund constructed 3m below ground level. The proposed development will also consist of feedstock storage comprised of three storage clamps and two 500 sqm storage sheds. ADVERTISEMENT The plans include a biomethane upgrading plant, including a natural gas compression unit, a biomethane loading facility consisting of four loading bays with associated gates and safety features measuring 490 sqm in area. Provision is made for a biomass boiler with its associated pellet storage silo, 12.5 m in height, and a combined heat and power (CHP) plant and associated heat exchanger. The plans include a single storey bio-based fertiliser processing and storage unit of 3,890 sqm, including a digestate dewatering plant, fertiliser pasteurisation plant and bio-based fertiliser loading facilities. Additionally, there will be a single storey office building of 105 sqm, including offices, a meeting room, control room, laboratory, welfare facilities, a storeroom and a first-aid facility, along with bin storage. There will be nine car parking spaces, including five standard parking spaces, two electric vehicle (EV) spaces and one accessible car parking space, electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, ten bicycle parking spaces, along with vehicular, cyclist and pedestrian access and egress and associated circulation routes. The project includes two weighbridges, a vehicle steam wash area, a fuel storage tank, an emergency flare 7.6 m in height, a process area runoff lagoon, attenuation pond, an ESB sub-station, and all boundary treatments such as gates, piers, fencing, and site lighting. The council granted planning permission on May 6 subject to 14 conditions.
Agriland
25-04-2025
- General
- Agriland
Rosderra Farms granted planning for Tipperary pig fattening shed
An Bord Pleanála has granted planning permission to Rosderra Farms for a new pig fattening shed in Co. Tipperary. The proposed development involves the construction of the shed and effluent tank on a long-established pig farm at Barnlough, Bansha. The proposed building would have a floor area of 551m2 and a height of 5.35m. According to the planning documents, the development is 'intended to provide enhanced animal welfare (increased floor space per pig) to ensure maximum efficiency and to comply with animal welfare requirements'. Rosderra Farms The proposed development is located in the Glen of Aherlow which runs between the Galtee Mountains and Slievenamuck. The River Aherlow is around 750m to the south of the site, while the East Ballinlough stream is located on the western boundary of the farm. On December 20, 2024, Tipperary County Council, granted planning permission for the development subject to six conditions. This decision was appealed to An Bord Pleanála by Cork-based environmentalist Peter Sweetman. In his appeal, Sweetman claimed that the council had failed to carry out an Appropriate Assessment according to the law. He added that 'Tipperary County Council does not have legal jurisdiction to give permission if this standard is not met'. In response, CLW Environmental Planners on behalf of Rosderra Farms said that 'the application and further information documentation demonstrate a complete and through assessment of the proposed development and its potential impacts'. 'Tipperary County Council completed an appropriate and thorough examination of the application, as comprehensively outlined in the planner's report,' they said. Planning An Bord Pleanála inspector Ciara McGuinness assessed the proposed development and found that it was in accordance with the Tipperary County Development Plan. 'Based on the proposals submitted, I do not consider the proposal would not cause a deterioration of water quality within water bodies adjacent to the development, nor would the proposal result in a change to the existing 'good status',' she added. An Bord Pleanála agreed with the recommendation of its inspector and granted planning permission for the development, subject to six conditions. The board ruled that the proposed development 'would not seriously injure the visual or scenic amenity of the area and would be acceptable in terms of public health, traffic and environmental sustainability'. 'The proposed development would, therefore, be in accordance with the proper planning and sustainable development of the area,' it added. The board noted that 'the grant of permission does not authorise an increase in stocking rates above that previously permitted for this facility'.
RTÉ News
22-04-2025
- Business
- RTÉ News
French company's plans for Tipperary solar farm stalled by seven appeals
Plans by the French backed Power Capital Renewable Energy to construct a solar farm on lands close to Dualla village in south Tipperary have been stalled. Independent TD Mattie McGrath is one of over 300 to lodge submissions with Tipperary Co Council on the solar farm proposed for a 318 acre site. Seven third parties have now lodged appeals with An Bord Pleanála against the Council's decision to give the project the green light. They include equine farmer Keith Barry, Dualla Village Preschool, Dualla Together CLG, Conor and Kate Breen, Enda Howley, Donnacha Looby and Denis Looby and Kelly Reay. In his objection against the development which is to be located on farm-land 4km north west of Cashel, Deputy McGrath told the Council that a number of his constituents in the Dualla area "are extremely concerned about the proposed development". "I am concerned about the scale of this development and the impact it will have on neighbouring homes, farms, businesses and community facilities," he said. "A solar farm of this size would change the natural landscape of the local environment and would be in contravention of the Tipperary County Development Plan," he added. Deputy McGrath said that notwithstanding the need for renewable clean energy, "it is my belief that the proposed development, if permitted would negatively impact the surrounding area". The applicants, Power Capital Renewable Energy Ltd, have incurred cumulative losses of €54m across 2023, 2022 and 2021 as it has advanced solar farm projects across Ireland and the US. In 2020, Omnes, a Paris-based player in private equity and infrastructure, invested in PCRE and with that backing, PCRE focused on building a significant solar farm portfolio in Ireland and aims to be a major player in the Irish sector. Its most recent accounts show a pre-tax loss of €29.74m for 2023 and state that in the first half of 2024, the group completed the construction of four Solar PV projects with a capacity of 232MWp, with further portfolios of 325MWp and 115MWp commencing construction in Q2 2024 and Q4 2024 respectively. A planning report lodged with the solar farm application states that the proposed development will result in increased renewable electrical capacity which will in turn reduce the utilisation of fossil fuels within the national power grid. The report states that this development "will also contribute to meeting the national greenhouse gas emissions reduction targets and overall have a positive impact on climate change". Keith Barry operates Milburn Farm, an 85 acre residential and equestrian farm 200 metres from the proposed site. In his objection, Mr Barry stated: "We have bred and currently own and breed show jumping horses which have represented our country in the international arena." Mr Barry stated that in excess of 280 individuals along with bodies that supply amenities to the small village of Dualla and its environs "have spoken and shared their concerns around water quality, health and safety and the general feeling of concern about how their homes". He stated that "the future of the village and its amenities and their quality of lives and that of their families in the future and beyond 40 years will be affected if this development is to go ahead". The co-owners of Dualla Village pre-school, Sarah Lawlor and Kelly Reay, told the council: "Our preschool and school aged service is thriving. We have worked hard to provide the children of Dualla and surrounding areas a quality, gold standard educational facility with a unique and cutting edge curriculum". "This solar development puts our business in jeopardy, by surrounding us with steel framed black glass and intrusive fences we will no longer be a sanctuary for the children of the village," they said. "The rolling green fields will be filled with black glass and steel and the gentle sounds of nature overrun by buzzing transformers and overhead electrical cables. Families will not want to live in an industrialised village which will have knock-on consequences for our intake of children," they added. A decision is due on the third party appeals in August.
