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Minipillar relocation
In certain circumstances, you may need to get a minipillar relocated. A minipillar may need to be moved for several reasons:
- If you’re planning to build or extend a property, the minipillar might be in the way of your construction plans.
- Sometimes, a minipillar might be located in a place that poses a safety risk, such as too close to a driveway or in an area prone to flooding.
- Ensuring that the minipillar is easily accessible for maintenance and emergency repairs is crucial. If it’s obstructed by landscaping or other structures, it might need to be relocated.
Step-by-step guide
1 - Get an Ordnance Survey map and site plan
Using an Ordnance Survey map (scale 1:2500-1:10560) of your site, and a detailed site plan (scale 1:100-1:500) showing the layout of any new or existing buildings, mark the exact location of the minipillar to be moved with a red pen.
If the work being done requires planning permission, you must provide details of the permission.
2 - Apply
Apply online
or
Download the form application for relocation of pole or line (NW1) or call 1800 372 757 or +353 21 2386555 from outside Ireland, to request a copy. Send the completed form together with the Ordnance Survey map and the site plan to:
ESB Networks DAC
New Connections
Sarsfield Road
Wilton
Cork
T12E367
Ireland
Alternatively, the form can be sent by email to networkservicesbureau@esb.ie
3 - Application assessment
Your request will be sent to a design officer in your local ESB Networks office. The application will be assessed, and our design officer will contact you to discuss the next steps and advise you if a charge is applicable.