Skibbereen

66 registered freehold parcels lie mostly in Skibbereen, from 18 m² to 100,264 m² (10.03 ha, 24.78 acres). The dashed line is the townland's boundary; 26 neighbouring parcels touch it.

Download the townland: DXF, in Irish Transverse Mercator metres, with its boundary, parcels and buildings; GeoJSON or KML.

• C7CD (Other commerce/industrial/enterprise uses)
  WCCC Development Plan 2022 - 2028, Waterford · 62 parcels The zoning objective in the plan
• R2RS (Existing residential)
  WCCC Development Plan 2022 - 2028, Waterford · 6 parcels The zoning objective in the plan
• G1OS (Open space, park)
  WCCC Development Plan 2022 - 2028, Waterford · 2 parcels The zoning objective in the plan

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

• 10 Aug 2026N/a

  Proposed single storey plant room extension to the main facility and to include all associated site works, drainage, alterations to existing site levels and ancillary site development works to accommodate the above works, all at the premises

  Permission · Waterford City and County Council, 2660598

• 4 Jun 2026Conditional

  for the installation of 922sq.m of ground mounted Solar PV Panels on frames of 3m high maximum; 2.4m high perimeter security fencing with gates, together with all associated site development works for Waterford and Wexford Education and Training Board (WWETB). The application relates to “relevant solar energy development” RED III development

  Permission · Waterford City and County Council, 2660392

• 21 May 2026N/a

  for the installation of ground mounted Solar PV Panels on frames and 2.4m high perimeter fencing with gates, together with all associated site development works

  Permission · Waterford City and County Council, 2660349

• 6 Oct 2025Conditional

  Proposed external canopy, glass balustrade, and upgrade works to existing canteen terrace to the South of the site and to include all associated site works, drainage, and ancillary site development works to accommodate the above works,

  Permission · Waterford City and County Council, 2560707

• 29 Jul 2025Conditional

  the demolition of existing store (39.2 sq.m) and existing shelter (61.1 sq.m) on the West Elevation and existing plant enclosure (75 sq.m) to the North of Unit 301. The construction of a new 308 sq.m single storey Warehouse Extension (7.91 metres high) and a new 35.76 sq.m stand-alone Laboratory Consumables Store (5.5 metres high) complete with all associated site works and services

  Permission · Waterford City and County Council, 2560527

• 24 Jul 2025N/a

  the construction of a new single storey Warehouse Extension and a new stand-alone Laboratory Consumables Store complete with all associated site works and services a

  Permission · Waterford City and County Council, 2560511

• 25 Mar 2025Conditional

  a single storey Plant Room extension to the rear [east ] of the existing building inclusive of all associated ancillary works and associated site works at

  Permission · Waterford City and County Council, 2560184

• 22 Nov 2024Conditional

  for Construction of a 1MW/1.1MWh Stationary Battery Energy Storage facility, which includes 1no. 20ft container, 1no. medium voltage transformer and 1no. low voltage enclosure,All associated site and development works

  Permission · Waterford City and County Council, 2460705

• 10 Jul 2024Conditional

  for the proposed 1-storey extension (403m² Approx.) to the Northern side of the existing Bausch + Lomb Ireland facility. The extension is to include new open plan and cellular offices. This is also to include minor internal and external modifications to previously granted planning permission (reference number: 24/60085). These works are to include all associated plant & equipment, elevational alterations, site works, site fencing, signage and alterations to internal road network and drainage. This application relates to development for the purposes of an activity requiring an Industrial Emissions License. This application is to be accompanied by a Natura Impact Statement (NIS). The NIS will be available for inspection or purchase at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy during office hours at the offices of the Planning Authority. This application relates to development for the purposes of an activity requiring an Industrial Emissions License.

  Permission · Waterford City and County Council, 2460388

• 2 Jul 2024N/a

  for proposed 1-storey extension (403m² Approx.) to the Northern side of the existing Bausch + Lomb Ireland facility. The extension is to include new open plan and cellular offices. This is also to include minor internal and external modifications to previously granted planning permission (reference number: 24/60085). These works are to include all associated plant & equipment, elevational alterations, site works, site fencing, signage and alterations to internal road network and drainage. This application relates to development for the purposes of an activity requiring an Industrial Emissions License. This application is to be accompanied by a Natura Impact Statement (NIS). The NIS will be available for inspection or purchase at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy during office hours at the offices of the Planning Authority. This application relates to development for the purposes of an activity requiring an Industrial Emissions License. At Unit 424-425 IDA Industrial Estate, Cork Road, Waterford.

  Permission · Waterford City and County Council, 2460362

• 26 Jun 2024Conditional

  permission for the indefinite retention of as constructed alterations made to premises as previously granted under Planning File Reference 04/89. namely for the as constructed sub-division and change of use of premises into 3 separate - Unit 1 measuring 497sqm (a motor repair garage as per previous grant) at ground floor, Unit 2 measuring 140sqm (a light industrial unit - manufacturing of coffee) at ground floor and Unit 3 measuring 207sqm (office use) at first floor, and for the indefinite retention of addition of a roller shutter door on South Elevation and replacement of window section to entrance door for Unit 2 western elevation, all with associated site development works

  Retention · Waterford City and County Council, 2460349

• 4 Jun 2024Conditional

  Permission for the indefinite retention of (1) Associated External plant, (2) Increase in parking and realignment of yard area to rear (3) Free standing sign to front boundary, together with all associated site development works

  Retention · Waterford City and County Council, 2460303

• 22 Feb 2024Conditional

  the proposed 1-storey extension (348m² Approx.) to the Northern side, the Part 1-storey & Part 2-storey extension (3614m² Approx.) to the Northern & Eastern sides of the existing Bausch + Lomb Ireland facility. The extensions are to include new production facilities, storage areas, offices, link corridors and staff accommodation. This is also to include new plant rooms and to include minor internal and external modifications. These works are to include all associated plant & equipment, elevational alterations, site works, site fencing, signage and alterations to internal road network and drainage. This application relates to development for the purposes of an activity requiring an Industrial Emissions Licence.

  Permission · Waterford City and County Council, 2460085

• 11 Dec 2023Conditional

  a) Internal alterations at first floor level of Building A to form additional floor space (616m2) including installation of associated rooflights & external windows; b) construction of a new entrance lobby (5.90m2) and first floor link corridor to Building A (112m2); c) internal alterations to Building A to accommodate improved stair and lift access; d) together with associated site works including installation of 6 No. material feed silos

  Permission · Waterford City and County Council, 2360601

• 31 Jul 2023Conditional

  for the demolition of an existing carpentry training facility, and for the construction of a new two-story replacement training facility building, comprising of a carpentry training workshop and classroom together with all associated site development works at

  Permission · Waterford City and County Council, 2360334

• 21 Jul 2023Conditional

  of the amalgamation of the existing rear warehouse/storage areas only

  Retention · Waterford City and County Council, 2360318

• 19 Jul 2023N/a

  Indefinite retention of the amalgamation of the existing rear warehouse/storage areas only

  Retention · Waterford City and County Council, 2360313

• 14 Mar 2023Conditional

  Proposed Combined Heat & Power (CHP) plant room (280m² Approx.) to the Eastern side of the existing Bausch + Lomb Ireland facility. These works are to include all associated plant & equipment, site works, elevational alterations and alterations to internal road network and drainage. This application relates to development for the purposes of an activity requiring an Industrial Emissions Licence.

  Permission · Waterford City and County Council, 2360094

• 15 Dec 2022N/a

  i ) Construction of a Stationary Battery Energy Storage facility, which includes twenty 20ft containers and four medium voltage transformers, ( ii ) All associated site and development works.

  Permission · Waterford City and County Council, 221039

• 5 Dec 2022N/a

  Permission for construction of a Stationary Battery Energy Storage facility, which includes twenty 20 ft containers and four medium voltage transformers. All associated site and development works.

  Permission · Waterford City and County Council, 221014

• 21 Jul 2022Conditional

  a) Internal alterations at first floor level of Building B to form additional floor space (319m2) including installation of associated rooflights; b)Alterations to existing East (Rear) Elevation at second floor level of Building B incorporating installation of windows in existing external wall to existing storage/office space; c) Erection of an external walkway (24m2) at second floor level to link Building B & C together with installation of external door to access same from Building B; all together with associated works

  Permission · Waterford City and County Council, 22657

• 12 May 2022Conditional

  (1) Change of use from industrial to further education and apprentice training facility use (Units 218-219 (formerly known as Techniform)); (2) Internal alterations to accommodate technical workshops, classrooms, offices and associated facilities; (3) Single storey infill extension to front (4) Elevational alterations; (5) Realignment of existing 2 No. vehicular entrances to form 1 No. access; (6) Relocation of existing on-site ESB substation to rear; (7) External welding gas storage unit to rear; (8) Associated roof mounted plant and roof mounted P.V. panels together with external maintenance stairs to roof at rear; (9) 2.4m high palladine fencing to part new boundaries; (10) Realignment of existing parking to front together with additional car parking and bicycle parking facilities to site; (11) Demolition of 2 No. Storage units to rear of adjoining existing ETB training facility (Units 212-215) to allow vehicular access to rear of site; (12) 1 No. totem signage pole and building mounted sign, together with all associated site development works

  Permission · Waterford City and County Council, 22400

• 8 Apr 2022Conditional

  the construction of a new external raised seating area, guarding and pergola structure to the western façade of existing building, complete with all associated ancillary site works at existing building on our site

  Permission, 1 home · Waterford City and County Council, 22287

• 3 Feb 2022Conditional

  Proposed 3 no. single storey plant rooms (167m2 Approx) to the Northern side of the existing Bausch + Lomb Ireland facility. These works are to include all associated plant & equipment, site works, elevational alterations and alterations to internal road network and drainage. This application relates to development for the purposes of an activity requiring an Industrial Emissions Licence

  Permission · Waterford City and County Council, 2272

• 23 Aug 2021Conditional

  for the provision and installation of circa 740 Sqm of Solar Photovoltaic Panels on existing roof, complete with all associated ancillary works to existing building, on our site at

  Permission · Waterford City and County Council, 21801

The 25 most recent of 43 applications.

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

Designated sites

No designated site (Special Area of Conservation, Special Protection Area, Natural Heritage Area or proposed one) touches the townland of Skibbereen.

Recorded monuments

• WA009-020 Excavation - miscellaneous
  Description

  Archaeological testing (03E0156) by Colm Moloney of Headland Archaeology uncovered three pits, one of which (diam. c. 0.55m; D 0.13m), contained sherds of a Vase Food Vessel. (Moloney, 2006) Moloney, C. (2006) Cleaboy industrial Park, Skibbereen, Waterford. Possible Bronze Age funerary remains. in I. Bennett (Ed.) Excavations 2003: summary accounts of excavations in Ireland, 513-4, No. 1939. Wordwell. Bray. Compiled by: Michael Moore Date of upload: 08 December 2010

Architectural heritage

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

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

About 1 in 5 homes in this area is likely to have high radon levels. Testing a home

Landslides

Susceptibility low, on the 1:50,000 map; parts are made ground and water.

Terrain model

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

Flooding

The flood maps of the Office of Public Works: floodinfo.ie.

Radon Risk Map of Ireland, Environmental Protection Agency; Landslide Susceptibility Classification, Geological Survey Ireland; both 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 Skibbereen with five sales or more. The sales of the area are on the page of Co. Waterford.

Name

Skibbereen · An Sciobairín

Area

449,039 m² (44.9 ha, 110.96 acres)

Civil parish

Killoteran, and its townlands

Electoral division

Ballynaneashagh, the unit of the census

Neighbouring townlands

Ballynaneashagh, Carrickphierish, Knockhouse Lower, Lisduggan Big, Lismore, Ticor

Placenames

Skibbereen 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.