Ecology surveys
Ecology surveys are an important element of project planning as ecological features can pose significant constraints to development which may not always be clear at the outset of a project or at the land purchase stage.
If you need a professional ecology survey to support your planning application, get in touch and we’ll send a free quote within 24 hours.
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How ecology surveys work
If you’re intending to develop a property or piece of land, whether that’s removing a superfluous outhouse or changing the function of the site, you will most likely need a Wharton ecology survey and report conducted by a qualified ecologist.
Ecology surveys are required when a building or area that’s set to be transformed has species of wildlife that call it their home. Demolition and construction can’t commence until the site has been surveyed by a professional ecologist, as their specialist knowledge is critical and shapes how the project can move forward safely, legally and responsibly.
Check out our ecology survey calendar here.
Why do I need an ecology survey?
A preliminary ecological survey is best done during the feasibility stage of your planning application, as it will mean that you do not then encounter any unexpected surprises or delays to your planning application from further protected species activity surveys.
Any homeowner or commercial contractor planning on making changes to a property and its land need to work around environmental sustainability, as there are many types of protected species, These include birds, bats, badgers and newts, which must not be disturbed without consultation with a qualified ecologist who has a Natural England licence
Why
choose
wharton
We provide the natural advice you need to successfully balance commercial, environmental and human needs, naturally increasing the true value of your land of property.
Our highly qualified team can help you find the most successful natural-infrastructure solutions; minimise the risk to users of their land, form plans to improve ecology and advise construction companies how to work safely around their site.
Understanding the complete constraints and opportunities of any site, whether it be arboricultural, ecological or topographical to name but a few elements, is critical in order to design and plan a successful proposal.
Wharton undertook an initial bat survey which identified suitable areas for roosting bats and evidence of bat activity (droppings).
Wharton undertook a preliminary ecological appraisal, bat activity and emergence/return to roost surveys, and completed a shadow Habitat …
Wharton undertook an initial bat survey which identified suitable areas for roosting bats and evidence of bat activity (droppings).
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