Detailed transect and quadrat vegetation monitoring of floodplain meadows and upper moorland/blanket bog catchments in upper Wharfedale. The data provide a baseline for monitoring upland and floodplain changes induced by moor-grip-blocking project undertaken by the Environment Agency.
hird year of a three-year programme of vegetation monitoring of River Ouse foreshore using the National Vegetation Classification system. Three year monitoring of re-seeded flood embankment using quadrat sampling methods.
Phase 1 habitat survey of two proposed washlands in the Lower Don catchment. Development of proposals for future landuses and habitat-creation opportunities.
Habitat quality assessment and National Vegetation Classification survey of Craven and Ingleborough Limestone complex.
Assessment of the local wildlife value of an area of calcareous grassland. Production of short report recording the species present and identifying its value to the local wildlife.
Ecological assessment of site likely to be affected by a proposed phone mast. Production of an ecological survey report, assessment of possible impacts on nearby habitats.
Extended Phase 1 habitat survey of a proposed residential development and adjacent marsh. Assessment of the nature conservation value of the area and identification of features of conservation value. Production of survey report and assessment of the likely impacts of the development.
Follow-up ecological survey and assessment of impact of a proposed housing development in an ecologically-sensitive river-side location. Production of an updated report for submission to the planning authority.
Extended Phase 1 habitat re-survey of a former mill site and surrounding habitats likely to be affected by a proposed housing development. Re-assessment of the nature conservation value of the areas and identification of features of conservation value. Production of survey report and assessment of the likely impacts of the development.
Extended Phase 1 habitat survey of the site of a proposed housing development. Assessment of the nature conservation value of the area and identification of features of conservation value. Production of survey report and assessment of the likely impacts of the development.