Planning permission has been sought for a new wind farm in Donegal.
Aught Wind Farm Limited lodged the plans on October 30th, for the proposed development in the Aught, Ture and Three Trees areas in Quigley’s Point.
They are seeking approval for a period of 10 years and a 40-year operational life from the date of commission of the entire wind farm.
The proposed development would see six new wind turbines, each with a generating capacity of 4.26mw to 4.80mw and a total tip range would be in the range of 150m-202m while the rotor diameter would have a range of 133m-138m and the hub height would have a range from 81m to 135m.
It also includes the construction of six wind turbine foundations, crane hardstand areas, temporary assembly areas, and permanent upgrades of existing entrances to turbine parcels.
