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.
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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