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Orchard Park

Appeal Refused5.1 MWChecked 6 October 2026Last changed in the dataset 4 October 2016

Technology
Solar
Capacity
5.1 MW
Status
Appeal Refused
Operator or applicant
Solstice Renewables
Location
Land at Shepherds farm, Oil Mill Lane, Clyst St Mary, Devon, EX5 1 AG, United Kingdom
Planning authority
East Devon
Planning application
14/2952/MFUL
Appeal reference
APP/U1105/W/16/3144419

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  • 15 December 2014 Planning application submitted
  • 4 December 2015 Planning permission refused
  • 16 March 2016 Appeal lodged
  • 21 September 2016 Appeal refused

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