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Trees.... distance from ESB wires ???????

  • 26-02-2011 11:35am
    #1
    padowado
    Registered Users Posts: 76 ✭✭


    would anyone know what distance trees have to be from
    high voltage esb lines "double poles not pylons" in Reps,aeos....... thanks in advance


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  • #2
    thetiredfarmer
    Registered Users Posts: 151 ✭✭thetiredfarmer


    Re the distance from ESB wires for trees,as far as I know (and i think i'm right )the minimum distance is 31 metres from the centre line on 110 kv.
    Smaller power lines allow closer planting. Height of fully grown trees is also a factor in deciding the planting distance.It is a safety thing for the ESB. Hope this helps.


  • #3
    Irish_polizei
    Closed Accounts Posts: 805 ✭✭✭Irish_polizei


    If you need anything cut let esb do it, just notify them....

    Link to the faq's in relation to trees


  • #4
    Caoimhín
    Closed Accounts Posts: 3,789 ✭✭✭Caoimhín


    It depends on the voltage;

    http://www.agriculture.gov.ie/media/migration/forestry/forestrymanual2004/esb_powerlines.pdf

    Power line type Corridor width (centred)
    Low voltage (230/400V) none (clearance from branches and tree tops only)
    10 kV and 38 kV 20 m
    110 kV 61 m
    220 kV 68 m
    400 kV 74 m
    Note : All trees must be outside their falling distances from line support structures.

    The ESB will compensate you for lost premiums, well it will negotiate with you in most instances.


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