Water vole survey of the banks of a IDB drain to assess its value to water voles following culverting work. Production of a survey report.
First year of a further 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.
Habitat survey of land adjacent to proposed quarry extension. Assessment of the nature conservation value of the area and identification of features of conservation value.
Review-of Natural Heritage Sites (NHS). Site survey, preparation of revised site maps, descriptions and evaluation of ecological interest. Assessment of sites for retention within the register of sites for development control purposes, planning appeals and input to the Borough’s Biodiversity Action Plan
Water vole survey of the banks of a roadside drain prior to proposed culverting. Assessment of the value of the area as habitat for water vole. Production of a survey report.
Water vole survey of drain and balancing pond in proximity to a new housing development. Production of survey report and assessment of the likely impacts of the development.
Follow-on contract dealing with planning-related enquiries in the Humber to Pennines Team Area. Responding to consultations, providing advice on protected species and completing casework.
Extended Phase 1 habitat survey of the a limestone quarry and surrounding habitats likely to be affected by a proposed quarry extension scheme. Assessment of the nature conservation value of the area and identification of features of conservation value. Production of Ecology Chapter of Environmental Statement.
Follow-up botanical survey of the site of a proposed quarry extension. Production of survey report and assessment of the likely impacts of the development for submission to the Planning Authority
Ecological screening survey and evaluation of ecological interest of 50 potential housing allocation sites. To assist development control services and preparation of the revised Unitary Development Plan.