JBM Solar Developments has been granted planning permission to build what is believed to be one of the largest solar farms in Ireland, on a 235ac site in Fidorfe, Kilbride, Co Meath.
However, Nick Killian, Independent Meath councillor, has told the Irish Farmers Journal that residents are concerned about the upsurge in solar farms in the county, and in particular the scale of the JBM site.
“It might be more profitable for farmers to have solar farms on their land, but residents aren’t happy with the lack of public consultation from JBM,” Killian said.
Residents have lodged concerns with the county council, including traffic impact, noise impact, potential impact on livestock and devaluation of residential property.
“Throughout the planning process, JBM sought to engage with local residents and address any significant concerns,” JBM stated. The leasing of agricultural land for solar panels is eligible for CAT and CGT relief, subject to solar panels not covering more than 50% of a farm holding.
Meanwhile, Tayto Park in Co Meath has also received planning permission for a solar farm on a 140ac site. One-third of the electricity generated from the solar farm is intended to power Ray Coyle’s well-known amusement park.
Councillor Killian said that the Tayto Park solar farm development supports local industry.
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JBM Solar Developments has been granted planning permission to build what is believed to be one of the largest solar farms in Ireland, on a 235ac site in Fidorfe, Kilbride, Co Meath.
However, Nick Killian, Independent Meath councillor, has told the Irish Farmers Journal that residents are concerned about the upsurge in solar farms in the county, and in particular the scale of the JBM site.
“It might be more profitable for farmers to have solar farms on their land, but residents aren’t happy with the lack of public consultation from JBM,” Killian said.
Residents have lodged concerns with the county council, including traffic impact, noise impact, potential impact on livestock and devaluation of residential property.
“Throughout the planning process, JBM sought to engage with local residents and address any significant concerns,” JBM stated. The leasing of agricultural land for solar panels is eligible for CAT and CGT relief, subject to solar panels not covering more than 50% of a farm holding.
Meanwhile, Tayto Park in Co Meath has also received planning permission for a solar farm on a 140ac site. One-third of the electricity generated from the solar farm is intended to power Ray Coyle’s well-known amusement park.
Councillor Killian said that the Tayto Park solar farm development supports local industry.
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