Ecological assessment of active colliery and site redevelopment. Production of a report for inclusion in an Environmental Statement regarding the impacts of redevelopment on habitats and protected species.
Extended Phase 1 habitat survey of a former limestone quarry and surrounding habitats likely to be affected by a proposed restoration scheme. Assessment of the nature conservation value of the area and identification of features of conservation value. Production of Ecology Chapter of Environmental Statement.
Extended Phase 1 habitat survey of the site of a proposed quarry extension. 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 for submission to the Planning Authority.
Extended Phase 1 habitat survey of a former pig farm and surrounding habitats likely to be affected by 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.
Tree survey and production of Management Plan for riverside woodland on the boundary of a proposed housing development on a former mill site.
Phase 1 habitat survey of two proposed washlands in the Lower Don catchment. Development of proposals for future landuses and habitat-creation opportunities.
Water vole survey of drainage ditches, Mother Drain and River Torne where new crossing points are required as part of a proposed cycleway. Production of a brief survey report (including standard survey report forms) for submission to the Environment Agency.
Water vole survey of a roadside drain likely to be affected by proposed creation of new access onto adjacent land. Production of a brief survey report (including standard survey report forms) for submission to the Environment Agency.
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;
Review and proof-reading of the first draft of the Biodiversity Action Plan for Barnsley.