Biodiversity survey and assessment
Planning applications that may affect protected sites or species, priority habitats or species, or important geological/geomorphological features require submission of survey and assessment information to show how the proposed development may affect these environmental assets.
Biodiversity and geological conservation validation checklist
This gives guidance in regard of survey and information requirements for planning application registration.
Please note: this guidance will be updated to reflect the national planning policy framework and cancellation of PPS9.
Further information
Further guidance can be given on the scope of such survey and assessment.
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Useful Guidance
Ecology surveys - this describes different types of survey reports that you may be asked for by a planning authority - https://cieem.net/resource/guide-to-ecological-surveys-and-their-purpose/
Householder advice - how to ensure that you get the services that you need for your project when asking for quotes - https://cieem.net/resource/a-householders-guide-to-engaging-an-ecologist/
Bat surveys - explains in more detail the process for commissioning bat surveys, which are often required for planning applications - https://cieem.net/resource/what-to-expect-from-a-bat-survey-a-guide-for-uk-homeowners/