What should the ecological survey report include?
If any protected species are found the ecological survey report should include details of: • Details of the species concerned; • The methodology employed (including personnel, timing, weather conditions, procedures); • The relative population level at the site to be affected by the proposal; • The direct and indirect effects of the development upon that species; • Full details of any mitigation or compensation that might be required; • Whether the impact is acceptable and/or licensable; • Details of the long-term monitoring strategy and management of any habitats used by the effected protected species; • The location and details of receptor sites if these are required; • Details of any necessary mitigation/compensation/management requirements should also be clearly indicated within other relevant planning application documentation (Design and Access Statement, site plans etc). Excellent guidance on survey reporting can be found in Box 3.2 of Bat Surveys Good Practice Guidelines. Whilst
