Scoping Survey and the Procedures

The initial stage of a scoping survey is a site walkover using the standard extended Phase 1 survey guidelines. This is to produce a map of all the habitats on site, and identify any habitats that are of particular ecological importance. From this initial phase 1 survey work, each habitat is assessed for its potential to support protected and notable species. This may identify the need for further ecological surveys that are required to enable a smooth route through the planning process. A desk based study is also carried out, consulting with local record centres for protected/notable species records and designated sites within close proximity of the site.

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