Renewable Energy

Planning and Development Regulations 2007 (S.I. No. 83 of 2007)
These Regulations set out planning exemptions for micro-renewable energy technologies for domestic houses and came into effect from 28 February, 2007.

The Planning and Development Regulations 2008 (S.I. No. 235 of 2008) give effect to new exempted development provisions in respect of renewable technologies for industrial buildings, business premises and agricultural holdings.  the Regulations provide exemptions for wind turbines, met masts, combined heat and power (CHP) plants, solar panels and biomass boiler units, subject to certain conditions, across each of the sectors.  the Regulations came into effect from 2 July, 2008