Longford planners to run the rule over Granard telecommunications mast proposal

Towercom Ltd have submitted a planning application with Longford County Council for the construction of a telecommunications infrastructure at the Eir Exchange, Barrack Lane, Granard. 

This will consist of a 21 metre monopole (22.5 metre overall structure height to top of lightning finials) and carrying antennas.

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It is also proposed that there would be dishes and associated equipment, together with new ground level equipment cabinets, new fencing, temporary construction access and all associated site works. 

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The proposal also includes the removal of an existing telecommunications rooftop support structure and replacement of existing operators equipment.

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The application was received on June 25. A decision is due on August 19.

Submissions are to be made by July 29.