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Parsonage Barn (extension)

Operational7.6 MWChecked 6 October 2026Last changed in the dataset 16 August 2013

Technology
Solar
Capacity
7.6 MW
Status
Operational
Operator or applicant
Private Developer
Location
Stocklinch Road, Whitelackington, Ilminster, Somerset, Somerset, United Kingdom
Planning authority
Somerset
Planning application
12/02823/FUL
First operating
2013

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  • 27 July 2012 Planning application submitted
  • 18 October 2012 Planning permission granted
  • 28 May 2013 Construction started
  • 28 June 2013 Operational

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