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Lethans Wind Farm Extension

Awaiting Construction66 MWChecked 6 October 2026Last changed in the dataset 10 February 2026

Technology
Onshore wind
Capacity
66 MW
Status
Awaiting Construction (Planning Permission Granted)
Operator or applicant
Banks Renewables
Location
Lethans U716 Craigshiel From C47 Mansfield Road To Corsencon Hill New Cumnock, East Ayrshire, KA18, United Kingdom
Planning authority
Scottish Government (S36)
Planning application
ECU00002221
Turbines
10, 251 m to tip

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  • 22 December 2021 Planning application submitted
  • 8 August 2024 Planning permission granted
  • 8 August 2029 Planning permission expired

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