Ecology and Protected Species
EDP provides a full range of ecological consultancy and planning services. These are tailored to meet our clients' specific requirements. EDP's ecologists always adhere to a solution-orientated approach. We insist that our ecologists have both extensive practical experience and good consultation / negotiation skills, enabling us to build and present strong cases for all our clients - whether developers, local authorities or private individuals.
Our range of services includes:
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Extended Phase 1 Surveys, including Ecological Desk Studies |
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Phase 2 Surveys, including all protected species - amphibians, reptiles, bats, badgers, water voles, otters, dormice and birds - together with botanical and hedgerow surveys. |
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Consultation and negotiaition with consultees such as Natural England, Environment Agency and Wildlife Trusts |
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Ecological Reporting, including specialist ES Chapters. |
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Preparation of detailed mitigation strategies and management plans |
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Provision of advice in relation to wildlife legislation and planning policy including PPS9 - Biodiversity and Geological Conservation |
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Site implantation works, including DEFRA licensing and Ecological Clerk of Works |
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Provision of advice in relation to ecological planning conditions and obligations |
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Expert Witness with respect to Ecological Issues |
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SURVEYS OPTIMAL |
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SURVEYS SUB-OPTIMAL |
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SURVEYS CANNOT BE UNDERTAKEN/RESULT UNRELIABLE |
For more information, please call Dr. Robert Rowlands on (01285) 640640, or email us at ecology@edp-uk.co.uk
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