Rathlaheen South

181 registered freehold parcels lie mostly in Rathlaheen South, from 22 m² to 358,971 m² (35.9 ha, 88.7 acres). The dashed line is the townland's boundary. 38 neighbouring parcels touch it.

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No zone of a development plan covers Rathlaheen South in the national zoning. Outside zoned towns and villages, the county development plan's rural policies apply to each application.

Source: Tailte Éireann and the Department of Housing (MyPlan), national zoning, CC BY 4.0.

• 1 Jul 2026Conditional

  for the development at this site at the Townlands of, Mogullaan, Crossagh, Rathlaheen South, Culleen, Drumline, and Ballycasey Beg, Co.Clare. The proposed development will consist of an amendment to a previously consented development (Planning Reference 25260 by Clare County Council) comprising of; (i) the construction of a new operational entrance in the most eastern field, (ii) internal access track reorientation in the most eastern field. 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 2000, 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. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee, €20, within the period of — a) 5 weeks, or b) 2 weeks, in the case of a planning application for small-scale solar energy equipment development or development that is the installation of a small-scale non-ground source heat pump, beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application, and such submissions or observations will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions or may refuse to grant permission. For this application the submission period is 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application.

  Permission · Clare County Council, 2660423

• 5 May 2026Conditional

  to construct a single dwelling house, garage, advanced wastewater treatment system along with ancillary site works

  Permission, 1 home · Clare County Council, 2660288

• 2 Mar 2026Conditional

  for the construction of a dwelling house, wastewater treatment system and new entrance including ancillary site works

  Permission, 1 home · Clare County Council, 2660118

• 17 Feb 2026Conditional

  for the construction of a domestic garage to the rear of the existing dwelling including ancillary site works

  Permission, 1 home · Clare County Council, 2660079

• 25 Sept 2025Conditional

  to (a) construct front and side extensions, (b) convert attic space to accommodation including roof lights and rear dormer windows, (c) carry out internal renovations and external fenestration changes together with all site development works and services

  Permission, 1 home · Clare County Council, 2560586

• 8 Aug 2025Conditional

  for the development this site at the townlands of Mogullaan, Crossagh, Rathlaheen South, Culleen, Drumline and Ballycasey Beg, Co Clare. Planning Permission is sought for a duration of 10 years, with an operational life of 35 years from the date of commissioning. The proposed development comprises the construction and operation of a solar photovoltaic (PV) farm on a site of approximately 95 hectares. The project includes: (i) Ground-mounted solar arrays supported by steel frames, with an internal network cable facilitating connection to the Drumline 110kV substation. An internal network cable will be installed to enable an under-the-fence connection from the onsite transformer compound to the adjacent substation. The transformer compound will include an Independent Power Producer (IPP) building, a 110kV transformer, and an 18-metre-high lightning monopole mast. (ii) Underground electrical cabling and ducting, security fencing, CCTV stands. (iii) New internal access tracks and site entrance. (iv) Site drainage. (v) All ancillary site development works and apparatus. A Natura Impact Statement will also be submitted to the Planning Authority with this application

  Permission · Clare County Council, 25260

• 7 Aug 2025N/a

  to (a) construct front and side extensions (b) convert attic space to accommodation including roof lights and rear dormer windows. (c) carry out internal renovations and external fenestration changes together with all site development works and services

  Permission, 1 home · Clare County Council, 2560491

• 2 Apr 2025Conditional

  for development which will consist of the construction of a slatted cubicle unit, silage slab and associated site works

  Permission · Clare County Council, 2599

• 23 Dec 2024N/a

  for the development at this site at the townlands of Ballycar, lislea, Kilulla, Mogullaan and Crossagh, Rathlaheen South, Culleen, Drumline and Ballycasey Beg, Co Clare The development will consist of an application for a 10-year development phase followed by a 40-year operational lifespan for a solar farm on a site encompassing approximately 109 hectares. The proposed development includes the installation of ground-mounted solar photovoltaic (PV) panels on steel frames accross the site. The project will incorporate 256 inverters arranged in a series string configuration, supported by 24 electrical skid hardstands that will house transformer units and a ring main unit facility. The development also entails the construction of a transformer compound to facilitate a connection to the existing 110kV Drumline Substation. An internal network cable will be installed to enable an under-the-fence connection from the on-site transformer compound to the adjacent substation. The transformer compound will include an Independent Power Producer (IPP) building, a 110kV transformer, and an 18 metre-high lightning monopole mast. Approximately 8.6 Kilometres of new and upgraded internal access tracks will be developed to provide connectivity within the site. Six new site entrances are proposed, including modification to existing junctions to accommodate construction access and the delivery of abnormal loads. These access points will connnect to Local Roads (L3166, Ballycar Road L3174 and L3136) and the Regional Road R458. All new entrances will link directly to the public road network. This application seeks approval for all associated site development and ancillary works necessary to support the successful delivery and operation of the proposed solar farm. A Natura Impact Statement will also be submitted to the Planning Authority with this application

  Permission · Clare County Council, 24435

• 12 Dec 2024Conditional

  to construct a new dwelling house, private garage, site entrance, on-site wastewater treatment system and all associated site works and services

  Permission · Clare County Council, 2460636

• 11 Dec 2024Conditional

  for the construction of a storey & half extension to existing dwelling to include 3 no. bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, utility, study, store & link corridor. Permission is also sought for the demolition of rear extension & side extensions & for permission for alterations and renovation of existing dwelling house & for the installation of treatment plant & percolation area including all ancillary site works

  Permission · Clare County Council, 2460632

• 7 Oct 2024Conditional

  of garage as constructed and conversion of same to independent living unit to comprise of kitchen/dining/ living, bathroom and 1 bedroom, utility and storage room with connection to existing wastewater treatment system including ancillary site works

  Retention · Clare County Council, 2460486

• 21 Mar 2024Conditional

  for the construction of an extension to rear of existing dwelling to include Kitchen/ Dining/ Living, Utility room, Hallway and 2 no En-suite Bedrooms, including renovation, internal alterations and elevational changes to Existing Dwelling. Permission is also sought for installation of a Waste Treatment Plant, Improvement of existing vehicular entrance & for the demolition of existing out-buildings, including all ancillary site works

  Permission, 1 home · Clare County Council, 2460124

• 2 Feb 2024Conditional

  of the construction of a two storey extension to rear of existing dwelling to comprise of kitchen/dining/livingroom, playroom, utility, master bedroom with ensuite and walk-in-wardrobe and bathroom including the refurbishment of the existing dwelling and PERMISSION to construct new entrance including ancillary site works

  Retention · Clare County Council, 2460038

• 22 Dec 2023Conditional

  for the demolition of existing Hay store and construct replacement Hay store and calf rearing shed. We also intend to apply for permission for the construction of Sand Arena and Stables with associated Tack room, Haylage store and Dungstead including ancillary site works

  Permission · Clare County Council, 2360581

• 19 Oct 2023Conditional

  of the conversion of the attic to comprise of bedroom with en-suite and walk-in-wardrobe and games room with 5 existing roof windows to rear & retention of the garage as constructed including ancillary site works. PERMISSION to install two roof windows to the rear roof of the existing dwelling.

  Retention · Clare County Council, 2360440

• 30 May 2023Conditional

  to construct single and two storey side extensions. Modifications to existing front facade and extensive internal renovations. New wastewater treatment system and all associated site works to existing dwelling house

  Permission · Clare County Council, 2360180

• 9 Mar 2023Conditional

  for the installation of a Modular Home to be used as an Independent Living Unit with connection to existing wastewater treatment system including ancillary site works

  Permission, 1 home · Clare County Council, 23142

• 1 Sept 2022Conditional

  for development which will consist of the construction of a dwelling house, garage, a proprietary waste water treatment system and ancillary site works

  Permission, 1 home · Clare County Council, 22782

• 3 Jun 2022Conditional

  to construct a dwelling house and garage, with effluent treatment system new entrance from public road, and all associated site works

  Permission, 1 home · Clare County Council, 22493

• 5 May 2022Conditional

  for the construction of a dwelling house, wastewater treatment system and new entrance including ancillary site works

  Permission, 1 home · Clare County Council, 22412

• 7 Mar 2022Conditional

  to construct a dwelling house and garage, with wastewater treatment system of mechanical aeration system and polishing filter, and associated ancillary site works

  Permission, 1 home · Clare County Council, 22201

• 19 Jul 2021Conditional

  to demolish rear shed/garage. Construct rear / side extensions. modifications to front façade, new front porch with extensive internal renovations and all associated site works to existing dwelling house

  Permission · Clare County Council, 21758

• 8 Jun 2021Conditional

  for the following, 1. Elevation changes which are at variance with that granted under Condition 3 of Planning Permission P06-2780 2. The installation of 3 no roof windows on the north east elevation 3. Minor changes to internal layout 4. Minor change to on site dwelling and garage position

  Retention, 1 home · Clare County Council, 21587

• 1 Mar 2021N/a

  the development will consist of residential accommodation of two houses for an extended family, garage and wastewater treatment system of mechanical aeration system and polishing filter

  Permission, 2 homes · Clare County Council, 21183

The 25 most recent of 30 applications.

Source: National Planning Applications, Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, CC BY 4.0. Applicants are not shown.

Designated sites

• Proposed Natural Heritage Area: Rosroe Lough 002054
• Proposed Natural Heritage Area: Fin Lough (Clare) 001010

Recorded monuments

• CL051-035 Ringfort - rath
  Description

  The Archaeological Survey of Ireland (ASI) is in the process of providing information on all monuments on The Historic Environment Viewer (HEV). Currently the information for this record has not been uploaded. To access available information for research purposes please make an appointment in advance with the Archive Unit (open Fridays 10.00 am – 5.00 pm), Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, The Custom House, Dublin 1 D01W6XO or email NMarchive@housing.gov.ie.

• CL051-037 Ringfort - rath
  Description

  The Archaeological Survey of Ireland (ASI) is in the process of providing information on all monuments on The Historic Environment Viewer (HEV). Currently the information for this record has not been uploaded. To access available information for research purposes please make an appointment in advance with the Archive Unit (open Fridays 10.00 am – 5.00 pm), Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, The Custom House, Dublin 1 D01W6XO or email NMarchive@housing.gov.ie.

• CL051-038 Ringfort - rath
  Description

  The Archaeological Survey of Ireland (ASI) is in the process of providing information on all monuments on The Historic Environment Viewer (HEV). Currently the information for this record has not been uploaded. To access available information for research purposes please make an appointment in advance with the Archive Unit (open Fridays 10.00 am – 5.00 pm), Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, The Custom House, Dublin 1 D01W6XO or email NMarchive@housing.gov.ie.

• CL051-039 Enclosure
  Description

  The Archaeological Survey of Ireland (ASI) is in the process of providing information on all monuments on The Historic Environment Viewer (HEV). Currently the information for this record has not been uploaded. To access available information for research purposes please make an appointment in advance with the Archive Unit (open Fridays 10.00 am – 5.00 pm), Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, The Custom House, Dublin 1 D01W6XO or email NMarchive@housing.gov.ie.

• CL051-040 Castle - tower house
  Description

  See attached document with details from Risteárd Ua Cróinín and Martin Breen, The Castles and Tower-houses of Co. Clare (unpublished report). Uploaded courtesy of R. Ua Cróinín and M. Breen. Date of upload: 18 December 2014

Architectural heritage

No building of the National Inventory of Architectural Heritage stands in the townland of Rathlaheen South.

Designated sites: National Parks and Wildlife Service. Recorded monuments: Sites and Monuments Record, National Monuments Service. Buildings: National Inventory of Architectural Heritage. Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, CC BY 4.0. Works at or in relation to a recorded monument need two months' written notice to the National Monuments Service (National Monuments (Amendment) Act 1994, section 12).

Radon

At the centre of the townland of Rathlaheen South, about 1 in 10 homes in this area is likely to have high radon levels. Testing a home

Landslides

The 1:50,000 map rates the landslide susceptibility here as moderately high, moderately low, low, partly inferred. Parts of the land are water.

Terrain model

No LiDAR survey of the Office of Public Works covers the centre of the townland of Rathlaheen South.

Flooding

The Office of Public Works publishes its flood maps on floodinfo.ie.

Radon Risk Map of Ireland, Environmental Protection Agency, and Landslide Susceptibility Classification, Geological Survey Ireland, both under CC BY 4.0. LiDAR: contains Irish Public Sector Data (Geological Survey Ireland & the Office of Public Works) licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) licence.

No address of the register names Rathlaheen South with five sales or more. The sales of the area are on the page of Co. Clare.

Name

Rathlaheen South · Ráth Fhlaithín Theas

Area

5,797,155 m² (579.72 ha, 1,432.51 acres)

Civil parish

Tomfinlough, and its townlands

Barony

Bunratty Lower

Electoral division

Tomfinlough, the unit of the census

Census 2022

681 people lived in 233 households in the Tomfinlough electoral division. 92% of households owned their home. 36% of homes were built since 2001. 7% of dwellings stood vacant on census night, and 0% were holiday homes.

Neighbouring townlands

Ardkyle, Ballycar, Crossagh, Drumline, Feenagh (Moloney), Feenagh (Wilson), Knocknalappa, Lislea, Muckanagh (Butler), Muckanagh (Studdert), Muckanagh (Vandeleur), Rath Beg, Rath More, Rathlaheen North

Placenames

Rathlaheen South on logainm.ie, the Placenames Database of Ireland

Townlands, civil parishes, baronies and electoral divisions, National Statutory Boundaries, Tailte Éireann, CC BY 4.0. Census 2022, Small Area Population Statistics by electoral division, Central Statistics Office, CC BY 4.0. A townland is the smallest land division of Ireland, and the unit of a rural address. Old registers such as the 1901 and 1911 censuses file it under its civil parish and barony.