Extended Phase 1 habitat survey of restored landfill, restored former housing area and pastures to be affected by proposed housing renewal scheme. Assessment of the nature conservation value of the area and identification of features of conservation value. Production of Ecology Chapter for inclusion within an Environmental Statement.
Identification of Statutory sites of nature conservation interest and European Sites in proximity to four existing Landfill sites. Assessment of the vulnerability of these sites to the impacts of landfill operations. Production of a Habitats Risk Assessment reports for inclusion within an IPPC application.
Assistance with preparation of a Species Audit, additional Biodiversity Habitat Action Plans and habitat distribution maps.
Third year of a three-year contract dealing with planning-related enquiries in the Humber to Pennines Team Area. Responding to consultations, providing advice on protected species and completing casework.
Co-ordination of protected species (bat) survey at an active magnesian limestone quarry in connection with ecological monitoring for the Wildlife Trust’s ‘Biodiversity Benchmark’ award.
Follow-up water vole survey and supervision of excavation works in proximity to drain. Preparation of site visit reports for Local Authority Planning Ecologist.
Water vole survey of the banks of un-named watercourse next to existing hotel access road. Assessment of the value of the area as habitat for water vole. Production of a survey report for submission to Environment Agency.
Water vole survey of a roadside drain next to domestic dwelling. Assessment of the value of the area as habitat for water vole. Production of a survey report for submission to the Internal Drainage Board.
Water vole survey of a roadside drain next to a proposed domestic dwelling. Assessment of the value of the drain as habitat for water vole. Ecological survey of the proposed development area and adjacent paddock. Production of a survey report for submission to the Internal Drainage Board and Local Authority.
Botanical survey and Phase 1 Habitat Survey of part of a second development plot on a restored colliery site. Preparation of EcoHomes assessment report.