Ecology
Our team of ecologists and environmental consultants provide nationwide ecological consultancy services for a wide range of development projects. We have established relationships with many local authorities, built over the 20 years working in the sector. We carry out a range of surveys including Preliminary Ecological Appraisals, Protected Species surveys and Ecological Impact Assessments, often in conjunction with our arboricultural and landscape teams.
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Ecological Impact Assessment
An Ecological Impact Assessment (EcIA) is often required where ecological constraints to development are identified during the Preliminary Ecological Appraisal ...
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Preliminary Ecological Appraisal
The majority of planning applications will require a Preliminary Ecological Appraisal (PEA) to consider the potential effects of the proposed ...
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Invasive Species
There are a number of different invasive non-native plant species (INNS) listed on Schedule 9 of the Wildlife and Countryside ...
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Bat Activity Surveys
Requirement for planning approval where bats, evidence of bat activity or habitat value is present at your site. Weddles undertake ...
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Protected Species Surveys
Weddles have an in-house ecology department with licenced and CIEEM accredited ecologists specialised in undertaking numerous protected species surveys such ...
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Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG)
From Monday 12th February 2024, Mandatory Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) applies to all major developments applying for new a planning ...
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