Planning regulators in the Australian state of Victoria have granted approval for amendments to OSMI Australia's permit for the Delburn wind project, clearing the path for construction to commence in the coming year. OSMI confirmed on Thursday that three amendments to the wind energy facility planning permit have been officially endorsed.
The application for these “minor amendments” was submitted by OSMI in July, with the aim of refining the language of several permit conditions for the up to 200-MW Delburn project. The adjustments were intended to enhance comprehension, interpretation, and enforceability of the permit requirements.
Originally securing planning approval last year, the Delburn Wind Farm faced legal challenges based on concerns about its location in a bushfire-prone area and proximity to residential dwellings. However, the Supreme Court dismissed the case in March, affirming the project's viability.
Situated in Victoria's Latrobe Valley, the Delburn Wind Farm is set to deploy 33 wind turbines with a collective power generation capacity ranging between 180 MW and 200 MW. The estimated cost of the project falls between AUD 320 million (USD 210.7m/EUR 192.6m) and AUD 360 million. With the planning department's recent approval, construction is slated to begin in the coming year, marking a significant step forward for renewable energy initiatives in the region.
