SCOTTISH WIDOWS INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP & CENTURION PROPERTIES LTD
READING ROAD, BASINGSTOKE
Ecological Assessment
October 2011 ECO2730.EcoAs.vf
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CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION...... 1
2. SURVEY AND EVALUATION METHODOLOGY...... 2
3. ECOLOGICAL DESIGNATIONS ...... 7
4. HABITATS, ECOLOGICAL FEATURES AND EVALUATION ...... 9
5. FAUNAL USE OF THE SITE AND EVALUATION ...... 14
6. POLICY REVIEW ...... 24
7. SUMMARY AND CONCLUSIONS...... 27
PLANS
PLAN 2730/ECO1 Site Location
PLAN 2730/ECO2 Ecological Designations
PLAN 2730/ECO3 Habitats, Ecological Features and Photographs
PHOTOGRAPHS
PHOTOGRAPH 1 Amenity tree planting
PHOTOGRAPH 2 Rank grassland / tall herb
PHOTOGRAPH 3 Cotoneaster specimen located south of building B2
PHOTOGRAPH 4 Off-site mature Oak trees with bat potential
APPENDICES
APPENDIX 1 Proposals Plan
APPENDIX 2 Information obtained from Hampshire Biodiversity Information Centre (HBIC)
APPENDIX 3 Information obtained from Multi-Agency Geographic Information for the Countryside (MAGIC) and Nature on the Map (Natural England) online databases
APPENDIX 4 Information obtained from the National Biodiversity Network (NBN) database
APPENDIX 5 Building Descriptions
APPENDIX 6 Bat box specifications
APPENDIX 7 Bird box specifications
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1. INTRODUCTION
1.1. Background & Proposals
1.1.1. Aspect Ecology has been commissioned by Scottish Widows Investment Partnership and Centurion Properties Ltd to undertake an ecological assessment in respect of land at Reading Road, Basingstoke (see Plan 2730/ECO1), centred at grid reference SU 650 542.
1.1.2. The proposals are for the redevelopment of the site to provide a discount food store and a non-food retail unit with associated car parking (see Appendix 1).
1.2. Site Characteristics
1.2.1. The site is located within the suburb of Chineham, in the north of Basingstoke, and is situated within an urban context. The site is bound to the north and west by Reading Road (A33) and associated verge vegetation, whilst the east of the site is bound by a band of woodland and scrub associated with the railway line. The south of the site is bound by a footpath and band of trees, beyond which lies existing industrial development.
1.2.2. The site itself is dominated by buildings and hard-standing, with a number of areas of amenity planting, trees, scrub and recolonising ground. A rectangular area of rank grassland, herbs and scattered scrub is also present within the south of the site.
1.3. Ecological Assessment
1.3.1. This document assesses the ecological interest of the site as a whole. The importance of the habitats and species present is evaluated. Where necessary, mitigation measures are recommended so as to safeguard any significant existing ecological interest within the site and where appropriate, opportunities for ecological enhancement are proposed with reference to national and local Biodiversity Action Plans (BAPs).
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2. SURVEY AND EVALUATION METHODOLOGY
2.1. The methodology utilised for the survey work can be split into 3 main areas: a desktop study, habitat survey, and faunal survey. These are discussed in more detail below.
2.2. Desktop Study
2.2.1. In order to compile background information on the site and its immediate surroundings, the following organisation was contacted:
• Hampshire Biodiversity Information Centre
2.2.2. Where information has been received from the above organisation this is reproduced at Appendix 2 and where appropriate on Plan 2730/ECO2.
2.2.3. Information on statutory designated sites was obtained from the online Multi-Agency Geographic Information for the Countryside (MAGIC) database, which utilises data provided by Natural England, and Natural England’s online resource, ‘Nature on the Map’. This information is reproduced at Appendix 3, and where appropriate on Plan 2730/ECO2.
2.2.4. The National Biodiversity Network (NBN) database was also searched for any relevant biological records of nature conservation interest within the locality. Relevant information is reproduced at Appendix 4.
2.3. Habitat Survey
2.3.1. The site was surveyed in September 2011 in order to ascertain the general ecological value of the land contained within the boundaries of the site and to identify the main habitats associated with the site.
2.3.2. The site was surveyed based on extended Phase 1 survey methodology (Joint Nature Conservation Committee, 2003), as recommended by Natural England, whereby the habitat types present are identified and mapped, together with an assessment of the species composition of each habitat. This technique provides an inventory of the basic habitat types present and allows identification of areas of greater potential which require further survey. Any such areas identified can then be examined in more detail.
2.3.3. Using the above method, the site was classified into areas of similar botanical community types, with a representative species list compiled for each habitat identified.
2.3.4. All of the species that occur in each habitat would not necessarily be detectable during survey work carried out at any given time of the year, since different species are apparent at different seasons. The survey was undertaken during the optimal seasonal period for botanical work, therefore allowing a robust assessment of the intrinsic ecological interest of the site to be made.
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2.4. Faunal Surveys
2.4.1. General faunal activity, such as mammals or birds observed visually or by call during the course of the surveys was recorded. Specific attention was also paid to the potential presence of any protected, rare or notable species, and specific survey work was undertaken for bats.
Bats 1
2.4.2. Buildings. All buildings on the site are to be lost to the proposals and were therefore subject to internal and external inspection surveys using ladders, torches, mirrors and binoculars where necessary to check for potential bat use.
2.4.3. Evidence of the presence of bats was searched for with particular attention paid to any loft voids and gaps between rafters and beams. Specific searches were made for bat droppings that can indicate present or past use and the extent of use, whilst other signs that can indicate the possible presence of bats were also searched for, e.g. presence of stained areas or feeding remains.
2.4.4. Exterior checks of all buildings were also undertaken in order to search for signs of any use by bats. Binoculars were used to inspect any inaccessible areas more closely.
2.4.5. Trees. An examination of the trees within the site was undertaken to search for the presence of features which could be of potential for bats such as splits, cracks, rot holes, coverings of ivy, peeling bark or similar. The potential for the trees to support roosting bats will be ranked in accordance with the criteria set out in the publication entitled ‘Bat Surveys - Good Practice Guidelines,’ by the Bat Conservation Trust (BCT) (2007):
• Category 1: Confirmed bat roost tree with field evidence of the presence of bats, e.g. droppings, scratch marks, grease marks or urine staining. • Category 2a: Trees that have a high potential to support roosting bats. • Category 2b: Trees with a moderate/low potential to support roosting bats. • Category 3: Trees with negligible potential to support bat roosts.
2.4.6. Where appropriate, a schedule is then produced documenting the presence of any such features.
2.5. Principles of Ecological Evaluation
2.5.1. The evaluation of ecological features and resources should be based on sound professional judgement whilst also drawing on the latest available industry guidance and research. The approach taken in this report is based on that described in ‘Guidelines for Ecological Impact Assessment in the United Kingdom’ published by the Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (IEEM), 2006. In evaluating ecological features and resources the following key factors are taken into account:
1 Surveys based on: English Nature (2004) “ Bat Mitigation Guidelines ” & Bat Conservation Trust (2007) “ Bat Surveys – Good Practice Guidelines”
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Geographic Frame of Reference
2.5.2. The value of an ecological feature or resource is determined within a defined geographical context using the following frame of reference:
• International • National • Regional • County (or Metropolitan) • District (or Unitary Authority, City or Borough) • Local (or Parish) • At the Site level only
2.5.3. Within this frame of reference, certain sites may carry a statutory ecological designation, e.g. Special Area of Conservation (SAC) for internationally important sites or Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) for sites of national importance.
2.5.4. Sites of more localised nature conservation importance do not receive statutory protection but may be designated by Local Planning Authorities or other bodies, e.g. Wildlife Trusts. Such non-statutory designations or “Local Sites” 2 include County Wildlife Sites (CWSs) and Sites of Nature Conservation Interest (SNCIs), for example.
Biodiversity Value
Habitats
2.5.5. In certain cases, the value of a habitat can be measured against known selection criteria, e.g. SAC selection criteria, “Guidelines for the selection of biological SSSIs” and the Hedgerows Regulations 1997. However, for the majority of commonly encountered sites, the most relevant habitat evaluation will be at a more localised level and based on relevant factors such as antiquity, size, species-diversity, potential, naturalness, rarity, fragility and typicalness (Ratcliffe, 1977). The ability to restore or re-create the habitat can also be an important consideration, for example in the case of ancient woodland.
2.5.6. Regard should also be given to habitats listed as priorities for conservation under the UK Biodiversity Action Plan (BAP) in accordance with Section 41 of the NERC Act, 2006), so called “Habitats of Principal Importance”, as the likely effect of a development on such habitats is a potential material consideration within the planning process. Certain habitats may also be listed within more regionally or locally specific BAPs, albeit the listing of a particular habitat under a BAP does not in itself imply any specific level of importance.
Species
2.5.7. The assessment of the value of a species is based on factors including distribution, status, historical trends, population size and rarity. With respect to rarity, this can apply across the geographic frame of reference and
2 DEFRA (2006) “ Local Sites – Guidance on their Identification, Selection and Management ”
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particular regard is given to populations where the UK holds a large or significant proportion of the international population of a species.
2.5.8. For certain species groups, e.g. waterfowl, there are established criteria that can be used for defining nationally and internationally important populations.
2.5.9. Regard should also be given to species listed as priorities for conservation under the UK BAP in accordance with Section 41 of the NERC Act 2006, so called “Species of Principal Importance”. Certain species may also be listed within more regionally or locally specific BAPs, albeit as with habitats the listing of a particular species under a BAP does not in itself imply any specific level of importance.
Secondary or Supporting Value
2.5.10. Some habitats or features that are of no intrinsic biodiversity value may nonetheless perform an ecological function, e.g. as a buffer. In addition, certain features of the landscape which by virtue of their linear or continuous nature (e.g. rivers) or their function as “stepping stones” (e.g. small woods) may be of value for the migration, dispersal and genetic exchange of wild species.
Other Value
2.5.11. Other tertiary factors may also be relevant in evaluating the value of a particular ecological receptor including social and economic factors.
2.6. The Five Point Approach
2.6.1. Planning Policy Statement 9 (PPS9) 3 describes the Government’s national policies on the protection of biodiversity [and geological] conservation through the planning system. PPS9 emphasises the need for planning authorities to ensure that the potential effects of planning decisions on biodiversity conservation are fully considered. A five-point best practice approach 4,5,6 to the assessment of such effects within the development control process is recommended:
1. Information – gathering a sufficient evidence base on which to make sound planning decisions 2. Avoidance – adverse effects on habitats and species should be avoided where possible 3. Mitigation – where it is unavoidable, mitigation measures should be employed to minimise adverse effects 4. Compensation – where residual effects remain after mitigation it may be necessary to provide compensation to offset any harm 5. New benefits – many planning decisions present the opportunity to deliver enhancements for habitats or species
3 ODPM (2005) “ Planning Policy Statement 9: Biodiversity and Geological Conservation ” 4 Royal Town Planning Institute (1999) “ Planning for Biodiversity – Good Practice Guide ” 5 ODPM (2006) “ Planning for Biodiversity and Geological Conservation – A Guide to Good Practice ” 6 PAS 2010 “Planning to Halt the Loss of Biodiversity, Biodiversity Conservation Standards for Planning in the United Kingdom – Code of Practice.”
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2.6.2. The assessment of ecological effects set out within this report are based on the above five-point approach, where appropriate.
2.7. Survey Constraints/Limitations
2.7.1. No internal access could be gained to either building, however both buildings appeared well sealed, with no potential access points for wildlife such as bats, and are of a recent, industrial construction that is unlikely to incorporate an enclosed loft void, or any opportunities for roosting bats. Accordingly, it is considered that internal inspections are, in this case, un- necessary.
2.7.2. No access could be gained to the courtyard within building B1, however given its location and isolation, it is likely dominated by ornamental/non- native amenity species of very limited ecological value.
2.7.3. No access could be gained to the areas around building B2 and the area of rank grassland to the south of the site, as these were enclosed within high metal fencing at time of survey. However, it was possible to gain a good view of both of these areas from beyond the fence.
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3. ECOLOGICAL DESIGNATIONS
3.1. Statutory Designations
3.1.1. The statutory designations of nature conservation interest that occur within the local area are shown on Plan 2730/ECO2, and summarised below in Table 1. The nearest statutory designation is Long Copse Local Nature Reserve (LNR), located approximately 0.40km to the north-east of the site. The LNR is designated on the basis of the site’s Ancient Woodland Status, along with the rich botanical and ornithological diversity it supports. This designation is well separated from the site by existing development and the railway.
3.1.2. The next nearest statutory designation is Daneshill Park Woods LNR, located approximately 0.60km to the south-east of the site. This LNR comprises an area of semi-natural woodland, and an old orchard, and in common with all other statutory designations, is well removed from the site by existing development.
3.2. Non-statutory Designations
3.2.1. The non-statutory designations of nature conservation interest that occur within the local area are shown on Plan 2730/ECO2, and summarised below in Table 1. The nearest non-statutory designation is Wallin’s Copse, which has Ancient Woodland status. This is located approximately 0.14km to the east of the site, and is well separated from the site by the railway line and existing industrial development.
3.2.2. The next nearest non-statutory designation is Carpenters Down Wood Site of Interest to Nature Conservation, parts of which also have Ancient Woodland status. This is located approximately 0.40km north-west of the site, and in common with all other non-statutory designations, is well removed from the site by existing development and main roads.
Table 1: Statutory and Non-Statutory Designations situated within the Local Vicinity Approximate Distance and Name Designation Brief Description Direction from site Statutory Designations An Ancient woodland site, supporting a high LNR / SINC Long Copse biodiversity, and a wide 0.40km NE / ASW range of botanical species. The deserted grounds of a large residence, Daneshill Park LNR / SINC comprising semi-natural 0.60km SE Woods woodland, scrub, and an old orchard. Non-statutory Designations A small area of ancient Wallin’s Copse ASW woodland adjacent ot 0.14km E the A33.
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Approximate Distance and Name Designation Brief Description Direction from site A large area of mixed woodland, with areas Carpenters Down SINC / ASW / designated Ancient 0.40km NW Wood ARW Semi-natural and Ancient Replanted woodland.
Recommended Safeguards
3.2.3. Given the relatively close proximity of Wallin’s Copse Ancient Woodland to the site, steps will be taken to ensure the prevention of the spread of invasive or inappropriate species from the site. These will include the removal of non-native/invasive Cotoneaster species currently present within the site, and the sensitive design of any proposed landscape planting to incorporate appropriate, and locally native species, wherever practicable.
Summary
3.2.4. The site itself is not subject to any statutory or non-statutory nature conservation designation. All ecological designations are well separated from the site by existing development and hard-standing, and will not therefore be adversely affected by the proposals.
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4. HABITATS, ECOLOGICAL FEATURES AND EVALUATION
4.1. The following main habitat/vegetation types were identified within the site:
• Buildings and Hard-standing • Trees and Scrub • Rank Grassland / Tall herb • Recolonising Ground • Amenity Planting / Grassland • Invasive Species
4.2. The locations of these habitat types and features are represented on Plan 2481/ECO3, and the composition and structure of each habitat is summarised below, with an account of the representative plant species present where appropriate. In addition, the habitats are assessed and evaluated for their ecological value and how each habitat will be affected by the proposals.
4.3. Buildings and Hard-standing
Description of the Habitat
4.3.1. There are two buildings within the site, which are labelled B1 and B2 on Plan 2730/ECO3, and three small outbuildings. All buildings are described in the Table at Appendix 5.
4.3.2. The site is dominated by hard-standing and built structures, and indeed hard-standing in the form of tarmac and paving car-parking covers approximately a third of the site (see Plan 2730/ECO3). The majority of this hard-standing is in good condition, however within the less well used corner of the site, sparse vegetation has begun to colonise (see section 4.6).
Evaluation
4.3.3. These habitats are considered to be of inherently low or negligible ecological value at the site level, and support limited, if any, vegetation. Therefore, the losses of these habitats to the proposals are of negligible ecological significance.
4.3.4. The buildings themselves are of a modern industrial construction that affords very limited potential for use by wildlife (which is discussed in more detail in section 5 below and in Appendix 5).
4.4. Trees and Scrub
Description of the Habitat
4.4.1. A number of young – semi-mature trees are present throughout the site, within areas of amenity planting at the edges of the hard-standing (see Plan 2730/ECO3 and Photograph 1). Tree species present within these areas include, Beech Fagus sylvatica , Sycamore Acer pseudoplatanus , Silver Birch Betula pendula , Common Lime Tilia x europaea , Cherry Prunus sp., Ash Fraxinus excelsior and Prunus sp..
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4.4.2. A patch of recolonising scrub is present within the site, in the narrow gap located between building B1 and the fenced off rank grassland located within the south of the site. This habitat is vastly dominated by dense Bramble Rubus fruticosus agg.. A small patch of scrub is also present just outside the western site boundary, where tree work has recently been carried out, and Cherry scrub is beginning to grow.
4.4.3. A wooded belt, comprising a number of tree and scrub species, and dominated by Hazel Corylus avellana , Dogwood Cornus sanguinea and Sycamore, is located just off-site, outside the northern and eastern site boundaries. Four mature Oak Quercus sp. trees are also present just outside the site boundary, at the north-west, south-west, and north-east corners of the fenced compound containing building B2 (see Plan 2730/ECO3).
Evaluation
4.4.4. The trees within the site are young or semi-mature, and predominantly a mixture of planted native and non-native/introduced deciduous species. None of the trees are considered to be of particular ecological value, especially those of a non-native/introduced nature. Although the majority of existing trees on site will be lost under the proposals, the mature Oak trees of potentially greater ecological value located just off-site at the western and north-eastern site boundaries will not be affected, and new trees are to be planted, including locally native species where possible.
4.4.5. The off-site wooded belt associated with the railway line generally comprises young or semi-mature trees, and has a poorly developed understorey. However, a number of mature native tree species were noted to be present, along with a relatively varied ground flora including species such as Sanicle Sanicula europaea , Primula sp., Dog’s Mercury Mercurialis perennis , Wood Spurge Euphorbia amygdaloides , Lord’s and Ladies Arum maculatum , and Black Bryony Dioscorea communis . Accordingly, this wooded belt is considered to be of at least some relative ecological value in the local context. This habitat lies outside the site boundary, and will not be encroached by the proposals. Nevertheless, in order to fully safeguard both this wooded belt and the mature Oak trees located just off-site, standard arboricultrual best practice guidelines (BS5837) will be adhered to during construction. Accordingly, with the implementation of the above recommendations, it is considered that there will be no long-term decrease in net ecological value in regard to trees within and immediately adjacent to the site.
4.5. Rank Grassland / Tall Herb
Description of the Habitat
4.5.1. A rectangular area of rank grassland / tall herb habitat is present within a fenced compound in the southern third of the site (see Photograph 2). The eastern section of this area is dominated by Bramble, Ash, Field Rose Rosa arvensis , Hawthorn Crataegus monogyna , Dogwood and Willow Salix sp. scrub, with a substantial proportion of ruderal / tall herb species including Hogweed Heracleum sphondylium , Hemlock Conium maculatum , Creeping Thistle Cirsium arvense , Ragwort Jacobaea vulgaris , Comfrey Symphytym x uplandicum , Burdock Arctium sp., Ivy Hedera sp., Ground ivy Glechoma
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hederacea , Dog’s Mercury, Bittersweet Solanum dulcamara , Nipplewort Lapsana communis , Wild Carrot Daucus carota , Fleabane Conyza sp. and Common Nettle Urtica dioica . Further west within this area, the scrub, ruderal and tall herb elements become less dominant, and a number of grass species included False Oat-grass Arrhenatherum elatius and Cock’s- foot Dactylis glomerata are present. The structure of the rank grassland in this area is predominantly overgrown and tussocky.
Evaluation
4.5.2. This habitat comprises a range of species, however these are all common and widespread in the local context, and the habitat is therefore of limited botanical value. The loss of this habitat under the proposals is therefore considered to be only of minor ecological significance.
4.6. Recolonising Ground
Description of the Habitat
4.6.1. Several areas of recolonising bare ground are present within the vicinity of building B2, predominantly beneath areas of amenity tree planting, and within a narrow strip located between the eastern elevation of building B2 and the eastern site boundary.
4.6.2. These areas of recolonising ground are only sparsely vegetated, with herb species including Blue Fleabane Erigeron acer , Cat’s ear Hypochoeris radicata , Yarrow Achillea millefolium , and Black Medick Medicago lupulina , in addition to Ivy Hedera sp., Cotoneaster sp. and a number of bryophytes and fungi (see Plan 2730/ECO3).
4.6.3. In addition, the occasional colonising species is present at the edges of areas of hard-standing, including non-native Fleabane, Willowherb Epilobium sp., Groundsel Senecio vulgaris , Mugwort Artemisia vulgaris , Annual Mercury Mercurialis annua , Ash saplings and a number of bryophytes.
Evaluation
4.6.4. This habitat incorporates a range of common/widespread and non- native/introduced species, and is therefore of limited ecological value. The loss of this habitat under the proposals is therefore considered to be of negligible ecological significance. In any event similar species of equivalent ecological value will most likely colonise the site post re-development.
4.7. Amenity Planting / Grassland
Description of the Habitat
4.7.1. Several small areas of sparse amenity planting are present towards the west of the site, associated primarily with building B1. A number of non- native/ornamental species are present in these areas including Euphorbia sp., and Yucca sp..
4.7.2. A large swathe of amenity grassland is present just outside the western site boundary, adjacent to the A33, and small areas are also present within the
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site, associated with the amenity planting in the west of the site. This habitat is dominated by grasses including Red Fescue Festuca rubra and Perennial Ryegrass Lolium perenne , and the herbs Ribwort Plantain Plantago lanceolata , Autumn Hawkbit Leontodon autumnalis , Common Bird’s-foot Trefoil Lotus corniculatus , Yarrow, White Clover Trifolium repens , Creeping Buttercup Ranunculus repens and Bush Vetch Vicia sepium are also present.
Evaluation
4.7.3. The amenity planting is dominated by ornamental non-native species, whereas the amenity grassland is currently well managed, and comprises a limited diversity of native species, all of which are common and widespread. Accordingly, these habitats are considered to be of inherently low ecological value at the site level, and any losses of these habitats to the proposals are thus of very low significance. In any case, similar replacement habitats will be provided within the proposed development.
4.8. Invasive Species
Description of the Habitat
4.8.1. A number of specimens of Cotoneaster were recorded within the site, in areas of amenity planting and recolonising ground (see Plan 2730/ECO3 and Photograph 3). These Cotoneasters exhibit characteristics representative of species listed in the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 (as amended) under Schedule 9 Part II as invasive species, albeit due to the difficulties encountered with identifying this species group without adequate flowering or fruiting material, a definitive species determination could not be made. Nevertheless, as a precaution, the safeguards outlined below should be implemented to avoid the spread of potentially invasive species.
Evaluation
4.8.2. A number of species of Cotoneaster are listed in the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 (as amended) under Schedule 9 Part II. This makes it an offence to cause to grow in the wild any plant listed on the schedule. As such, all relevant precautions should be taken when carrying out actions that could potentially spread these plants.
4.8.3. The government has set out guidance on what can be considered “causing to grow in the wild” within a response to the schedule 9 review 7 which states:
“We would expect that where plants listed in Schedule 9 are grown in private gardens, amenity areas etc, reasonable measures will be taken to confine them to the cultivated area so as to prevent their spreading to the wider environment and beyond the landowner’s control. It is our view that any failure to do so, which in turn results in the plant spreading to the wild, could be considered as ‘causing to grow in the wild’ and as such would constitute an offence…. Additionally, negligent or reckless behaviour, such as inappropriate disposal of garden waste, where this results in a Schedule 9 species becoming established in the wild would also constitute an offence.”
7 DEFRA/WAG (2009). "Government response to the public consultation: Review of Schedule 9 to the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 and the Ban on Sale of Certain Non-native Species” .
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4.8.4. Cotoneasters are ornamental shrubs that tend to be dispersed by birds, such as Thrushes, which eat the berries. These species do not naturally spread by vegetative means. Although the Cotoneaster located on site could not be satisfactory identified to species level, a precautionary approach should be adopted, and it is recommended that appropriate safeguards are put in place to prevent its spread and remove it from site.
4.8.5. These species are of negligible intrinsic ecological value, and the removal of these species will represent an enhancement.
4.9. Background Records
4.9.1. No records of protected, rare or notable plant species were returned from within or immediately adjacent to the site by the data search exercise. Information obtained from the Hampshire Biodiversity Information Centre (HBIC) did include several records of protected, rare, or notable plant species within the vicinity of the site, however given the limited range of common and ecologically poor habitats on site, it is considered very unlikely that any of these species would colonise the site.
4.10. Summary of Safeguards and Enhancements
Safeguards / Recommendations
• Off-site trees and wooded areas will be protected under arboricultural best practice guidelines.
• Non-native / invasive Cotoneaster species will be removed from site.
Enhancements
• New landscape planting will be incorporated within the proposals, including locally native species wherever practicable. No potentially invasive species are to be included within the new landscaping.
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5. FAUNAL USE OF THE SITE AND EVALUATION
5.1. General observations were made during the surveys of any faunal use of the site. Below, the potential presence of these species within the site is evaluated, along with an assessment of any potential effects arising from the development.
5.2. Bats
Legislation
5.2.1. All British bats are classed as European Protected Species and therefore receive protection under the Conservation of Habitats and Species Regulations 2010, making it an offence inter alia to:
• Deliberately kill, injure or capture a bat; • Deliberately disturb bats, including in particular any disturbance which is likely to impair their ability to survive, to reproduce or to rear or nurture their young, or their ability to hibernate or migrate, or which is likely to affect significantly their local distribution or abundance; • Damage or destroy a breeding site or resting place of a bat.
5.2.2. In addition, all British bats are also listed under Schedule 5 of the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 (as amended) which contains further provisions making it an offence to intentionally or recklessly:
• Damage or destroy, or obstruct access to, any structure or place which any bat uses for shelter or protection; or • Disturb bats while occupying a structure or place that it uses for that purpose.
5.2.3. If proposed development work is likely to result in an offence a licence will need to be obtained from Natural England which would be subject to appropriate measures to safeguard bats.
5.2.4. There are at least 17 breeding bat species in Britain. Many of them are considered threatened due to a variety of factors including habitat loss and disturbance/damage to roosts. Of these 17 species, a number regularly use buildings and trees as roost sites.
Potential use of site
5.2.5. Roosts: Buildings. The buildings within the site are described within the table at Appendix 5. In summary, none of the buildings have any features which are considered of potential value to roosting bats, and furthermore, no evidence of bats was recorded during the external building inspections.
5.2.6. Roosts: Trees. A number of semi-mature trees are present within the site, and four mature Oak trees are present just off-site. These trees were assessed for their potential to support roosting bats and rated according to BCT guidelines as either Category 1 – a confirmed roost, Category 2a – high potential, Category 2b – moderate/low potential or Category 3 – negligible potential.
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5.2.7. No on site trees were identified as having features with potential to support roosting bats, and therefore the trees fall into Category 3; i.e. negligible potential for bats. However, two of the four stand-alone mature Oak trees just outside the site boundary (see Plan 2730/ECO3) exhibit a dense ivy coverage, which may conceal features of potential interest to roosting bats, and could therefore be considered to have low/moderate potential to support roosting bats (see Photograph 4).
5.2.8. Foraging / Commuting. The trees and scrub within the site are likely to offer some small-scale potential as foraging/commuting features for bats, albeit the adjacent railway corridor and nearby designated woodland sites are likely to provide far superior opportunities for foraging/commuting bats.
Background Records
5.2.9. Information returned from the HBIC included a number of specific records of bats within the vicinity of the site for Brown Long-eared bat Plecotus auritus (the nearest of which is located approximately 0.3km south-east of the site, Whiskered bat Myotis mystacinus (the nearest of which is located within the same 1km grid square as the site, albeit more detailed information is not provided), an unspecified Pipistrelle species Pipistrellus sp. (the nearest of which is located approximately 0.7km south-west of the site, and an unspecified bat species Chiroptera sp. (the nearest of which is located approximately 0.9km north-east of the site).
5.2.10. Data obtained from the National Biodiversity Network (NBN) also included a number of further records of bats (namely Common Pipistrelle Pipistrellus pipistrellus, Noctule Nyctalus noctula , Nytalus/Eptesicus agg., and Soprano Pipistrelle Pipistrellus pygmaeus located within the adjacent 1km grid square south-east of the site. However, no more detailed grid references were provided for these records, and therefore their exact location in relation to the site cannot be determined.
Evaluation
5.2.11. Roosts: Buildings. The site is situated within an urbanised location and the architectural designs of the buildings within the site do not provide unique opportunities for roosting bats, or exhibit any special features commonly used by bats such as timbers with mortise joints and soffit boxes, or weatherboarding with gaps. In addition, the pre-fabricated sheet construction of much of the roof area provides internal conditions that are subject to rapid fluctuations in temperature and are therefore not typically favoured by bats. Based on the guidance set out within the Bat Mitigation Guidelines (English Nature, 2004) it is therefore considered that the above combination of factors strongly indicates a decreased likelihood of bats being present. Importantly, no evidence indicating the presence, or potential presence, of bats was recorded during the detailed survey of the buildings at the site .
5.2.12. Roosts: Trees. None of the trees within the site have any potential for supporting roosting bats, however two of the Oak trees located just off-site are considered to have low/moderate potential to support roosting bats. Accordingly, the recommendations outlined below will be implemented in order to safeguard any potential bats roosting within the trees.
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5.2.13. Foraging/Commuting. The trees and scrub within the site are likely to offer some limited opportunities for foraging/commuting bats at the local level, albeit the adjacent railway corridor and nearby designated woodlands are likely to provide far superior opportunities for foraging/commuting bats.
5.2.14. The remainder of the habitats within the site (i.e. the amenity planting/grassland, buildings and hard-standing) provide negligible habitat for foraging / commuting bats. As set out within section 4, although existing trees will be lost under the proposals, new trees/shrubs will be planted as part of the proposed landscaping scheme. In addition, a sensitive approach to the lighting scheme will be incorporated, as outlined below.
5.2.15. Subject to the implementation of the recommendations outlined below, along with the provision of new roosting opportunities and other enhancements (see sections 4.10 and 5.9), it is considered likely that there will potentially be a net positive effect on the local population status of bats as a result of the proposals.
Recommendations
5.2.16. A review of the proposals shows that off-site trees with low/moderate bat potential are to be retained, however should any work involving these trees be necessary, it is recommended that a cautious felling approach be employed. The approach would involve a `soft felling` technique which involves slowly lowering and cushioning any limbs and tree sections which exhibit features (such as rot holes, split limbs, etc.) considered potentially suitable for bats, thereby reducing the impact on these tree sections as they are brought to the ground.
5.2.17. Furthermore, any lighting at the northern and eastern site boundaries should be positioned so as not to excessively illuminate trees off-site within the wooded band where practicable. Particular care will also be taken to avoid excessive illumination of the two mature Oak trees recorded as having low/moderate bat potential, just outside the western site boundary (see Plan 2730/ECO3). Directional lighting, reduced wattage lamps and fitted louvres can be fitted to reduce night-time illumination of these areas further, if required.
5.2.18. In addition, in order to provide additional roosting opportunities for bats, it is recommended that a number of bat boxes be erected on proposed buildings (see section 5.9 for details).
5.3. Badger
Legislation
5.3.1. In the UK the relevant legislation pertaining to Badger is the Protection of Badgers Act 1992. The legislation aims to protect the species from persecution, rather than being a response to an unfavourable conservation status, as the species is in fact common over most of Britain. It should be noted that the legislation is not intended to prevent properly authorised development . It is the duty of planning authorities to consider the conservation and welfare impacts of development upon Badger and issue permissions accordingly. Planning authorities are, therefore, obliged to consult the appropriate Statutory Nature Conservation Organisation (SNCO)
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over any planning application that is likely to adversely affect Badger. The SNCO for England is Natural England.
5.3.2. Under the Protection of Badgers Act it is an offence to:
• Wilfully kill, injure, take, possess or cruelly ill-treat* a Badger, or attempt to do so; • To intentionally or recklessly interfere with a sett # (this includes disturbing Badgers whilst they are occupying a sett, as well as damaging or destroying a sett or obstructing access to it).
∗ the intentional elimination of sufficient foraging area to support a known social group of Badgers may, in certain circumstances, be construed as an offence by constituting “cruel ill treatment” of a Badger. # A sett is defined as “ any structure or place which displays signs indicating current use by a Badger ”. Advice issued by Natural England (June 2009) is that a sett is protected as long as such signs remain present, which in practice could potentially be for some time after the last actual occupation by Badger.
5.3.3. Licences can be obtained from the SNCO for development activities that would otherwise be unlawful under the legislation. Guidance on the types of activity that should be licensed is laid out in the publications “Badgers and Development” (English Nature, 2002) and “Badgers and Development: A Guide to Best Practice and Licensing. Interim Guidance Document” (Natural England, 2007). For example, excavation work or use of heavy machinery within 20m of any entrance to an active Badger sett may require a licence.
Potential use of site
5.3.4. No Badger setts were found within the site, nor were any latrines or dung pits recorded. There were no recorded signs of Badgers foraging in, or commuting through, the site.
Background Records
5.3.5. No records of Badger were returned from within or adjacent to the site by the data search exercise. Indeed, the nearest record of Badger returned from the NBN database was located approximately 5.2km north-east of the site, and dated from 1968.
Evaluation
5.3.6. The habitats within the site provide little, if any, foraging habitat for Badger, and no evidence of use by Badger was found within or adjacent to the site. Accordingly, it is considered unlikely that Badger utilise the site, and no special precautions or safeguards are considered necessary.
5.4. Other Mammals
5.4.1. No evidence of any other protected, rare or notable mammal species was recorded within the site.
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Background Records
5.4.2. Data obtained from both the HBIC and NBN data searches, includes records of Brown Hare, Water Vole, Harvest Mouse, Hazel Dormouse, Hedgehog and Otter within 10km of the site. However, these species are considered unlikely to utilise the site, given the sub-optimal habitats present, and the context of the local area.
Evaluation
5.4.3. The area of rank grassland within the south of the site provides some limited potential habitat for common mammals such as Field Vole Microtus agrestis , however these will be safeguarded by the recommendations outlined for common reptiles below.
5.5. Amphibians
Legislation
5.5.1. All British amphibian species receive a degree of protection under the 1981 Wildlife and Countryside Act (as amended). The level of protection varies from protection from sale or trade only, as is the case with species such as Smooth Newt Triturus vulgaris and Common Toad Bufo bufo , to the more rigorous protection afforded to species such as the Great Crested Newt.
5.5.2. Although Great Crested Newts are regularly encountered throughout much of lowland England and Wales, the UK holds a large percentage of the world population of the species. As such, the UK has an international obligation to conserve the species and it receives full protection under domestic and European legislation. Specifically, Great Crested Newt is classified as a European Protected Species and therefore receives protection under the Conservation of Habitats and Species Regulations 2010, making it an offence inter alia to:
• Deliberately kill, injure or capture a Great Crested Newt; • Deliberately disturb Great Crested Newts, including in particular any disturbance which is likely to impair their ability to survive, to reproduce or to hibernate, or migrate, or which is likely to affect significantly their local distribution or abundance; • Deliberately take or destroy the eggs of a Great Crested Newt; • Damage or destroy a breeding site or resting place of a Great Crested Newt.
5.5.3. In addition, the Great Crested Newt is also listed under Schedule 5 of the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 (as amended) which contains further provisions making it an offence to intentionally or recklessly:
• Damage or destroy, or obstruct access to, any structure or place which any Great Crested Newt uses for shelter or protection; or • Disturb any Great Crested Newt while occupying a structure or place which it uses for that purpose.
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5.5.4. If proposed development work is likely to result in an offence a licence may need to be obtained from Natural England which would be subject to appropriate measures to safeguard Great Crested Newt.
Potential use of site
5.5.5. The terrestrial habitats within the site are generally unsuitable for amphibians, and the rank grassland within the site, which might otherwise offer sub-optimal terrestrial habitat, is isolated from other areas of suitable habitat outside the site. Furthermore, no potential breeding sites in the form of standing water are present in the vicinity of the site or within the site itself. Indeed, a review of the 1:25,000 Ordnance Survey Map for the area shows the nearest pond to be located approximately 0.07km north-east of the site, and is separated from the site by unsuitable habitat, including the major A33 road.
Background Records
5.5.6. No records of amphibians were returned from within or immediately adjacent to the site by the data search exercise. Indeed, the nearest records for Common Toad Bufo bufo , and Great Crested Newt Triturus cristatus are located approximately 1.0km north-east, and 0.8km west of the site, respectively.
Evaluation
5.5.7. Given the nature of the habitats within their site, and their isolation in the local context in terms of suitable Great Crested Newt habitat, it is therefore considered unlikely that this species is present within the site.
5.6. Reptiles
Legislation
5.6.1. All six species of British reptile are listed under Schedule 5 of the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 (as amended). However, a higher level of protection is afforded to Sand Lizard Lacerta agilis and Smooth Snake Coronella austriaca than to Adder Vipera berus , Grass Snake Natrix natrix , Slow-worm Anguis fragilis and Common Lizard Lacerta vivipara .
5.6.2. For all British reptile species, Section 9 of the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 (as amended) contains provisions making it an offence to intentionally:
• Kill or injure; or to • Sell, offer for sale or trade any British reptile.
5.6.3. Because Slow-worm, Common Lizard, Grass Snake and Adder are relatively widespread British species, their habitat is not directly protected. Nevertheless, because of their partial protection, disturbing or destroying their habitat whilst they are present may lead to an offence.
Potential use of site
5.6.4. No evidence of reptiles was found on site during the survey, and much of the site is unsuitable for reptiles, as it is dominated by buildings and hard-
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standing. The area of rank grassland / tall ruderal / herb within the south of the site has some limited potential for common reptiles, however, this potential is much reduced by the isolation of this area of grassland, which is surrounded on all sides by hard-standing, and only connected to the wider landscape via the wooded railway corridor. Therefore, on balance, it is considered unlikely that the site supports a resident reptile population. Nevertheless, an appropriate precautionary approach (detailed in section 5.6.7 below) will be adopted, in order to safeguard any reptiles that may be present.
Background Records
5.6.5. No records of reptiles were returned from within or immediately adjacent to the site by the data search exercise. The nearest record of Common Lizard was located approximately 0.8km west of the site, the nearest record of Grass Snake was located approximately 1.2km north-west of the site, and the nearest record of Slow-worm was located within the same 1km grid square as the site. A more specific grid reference was not provided for this record of Slow-worm, and therefore its exact location in relation to the site cannot be determined.
Recommendations
5.6.6. In consideration of the limited extent and isolation of suitable habitat, and given it is deemed reasonably unlikely that any resident reptile population is present, a reptile survey is considered unnecessary, as it is unlikely to yield useful data. However, the remote possibility remains that individual reptiles could potentially frequent the site on an occasional basis, and it is therefore prudent that appropriate reasonable avoidance measures are employed prior to the construction phase.
5.6.7. In this particular case, it is considered that an appropriate and proportional approach would involve:
• A fingertip search and habitat manipulation exercise (i.e. strimming), under the supervision of a suitably experienced ecologist.
• Prior to any strimming/habitat manipulation, a fingertip search of the ground vegetation will be carried out by the ecologist, paying particular attention to crevices within the soil and around roots, and the areas beneath any rocks, logs or other refugia.
• In the unlikely event that any reptiles are found, these will be relocated by the ecologist to retained areas of suitable habitat as near to the site as possible, possibly within the adjacent wooded belt.
• The vegetation will then be strimmed to a height of approximately 150mm, and the arisings carefully raked off whilst searching for any reptiles.
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• The strimming will then be repeated to a height of approximately 20mm, and the arisings again raked off, thereby removing any suitable foraging/sheltering habitat.
• The strimmed area will then be left for at least 24 hours, allowing any remaining reptiles to disperse of their own accord.
• All potential reptile refugia will be removed by hand where possible, under the supervision of an ecologist.
• The vegetation will subsequently be maintained at this short sward height, in order to retain its unsuitability for use by reptiles, until site clearance works commence. 5.7. Birds
Legislation
5.7.1. Section 1 of the Wildlife & Countryside Act 1981 (as amended) is concerned with the protection of wild birds. With certain exceptions, all wild birds are protected such that is an offence to intentionally:
• Kill, injure or take any wild bird; • Take, damage or destroy the nest of any wild bird whilst in use* or being built; • Take or destroy an egg of any wild bird.
∗ The nests of birds that re-use their nests as listed under Schedule ZA1, e.g. Golden Eagle, are protected against taking, damage or destruction irrespective of whether they are in use or not.
5.7.2. Species listed under Schedule 1 of the Act receive greater protection such that they are also protected against intentional or reckless disturbance whilst building a nest or whilst they are in, on or near a nest containing eggs or young. The dependent young of Schedule 1 birds are also protected against intentional or reckless disturbance. Offences in respect of Schedule 1 species are subject to special, i.e. greater, penalties.
5.7.3. Conservation Status. The RSPB categorise British bird species in terms of conservation importance based on a number of criteria including the level of threat to a species’ population status 8. Species are listed as Green, Amber or Red. Red Listed species are considered to be of the highest conservation concern being either globally threatened and or experiencing a high/rapid level of population decline ( $50% over the past 25 years).
Potential use of site
5.7.4. Only two common bird species; Magpie Pica pica and Wood Pigeon Columba palumbus ; were recorded within the site. A number of old nests, likely attributable to Wood Pigeon, were also recorded during the survey (see Plan 2730/ECO3).
8 RSPB “The population status of birds in the UK - Birds of Conservation Concern: 2009”
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5.7.5. None of the birds recorded on or adjacent to the site are listed on Schedule 1 of the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 (as amended), or are considered to be of conservation concern.
Background Records
5.7.6. No specific records of birds located within or immediately adjacent to the site were returned by the datasearch exercise. A number of records of protected, rare or notable birds were returned from the HBIC from within the vicinity of the site, the nearest of which are Herring Gull, Brambling, Common Bullfinch, Common Redstart, and Eurasian Marsh Harrier, all located within the same 1km grid square as the site. No more specific grid references were provided for these records, and therefore their exact location in relation to the site cannot be determined. However, given the sub-optimal habitats present, it is considered very unlikely that any of these species would utilise the site, and in any case, all birds nesting within the site will be safeguarded under the recommendations outlined within this report.
Evaluation
5.7.7. The trees and scrub on site offer some limited potential nesting and foraging habitat for common birds, and indeed a number of trees within the site had previously been used by nesting Wood Pigeon, albeit the off-site trees and vegetation associated with the railway corridor and nearby woodland designations likely provide habitat of much greater value to birds.
5.7.8. Although the majority of trees and shrubs on site are to be lost under the proposals, replacement tree and shrub planting incorporating native berry- producing species will provide equivalent, if not greater, nesting and foraging resources for birds. The breeding opportunities for common birds within the site will also be enhanced by the erection of new nest boxes (see section 5.9).
Recommendations
5.7.9. Within the grounds, it is recommended that any clearance of potential nesting habitat be undertaken outside of the nesting season (i.e. outside March to August inclusive). Should this not be possible, it is recommended that a professional ecologist first checks any suitable habitat to be removed in order to determine the location of any nests before removal. Any nests identified should be cordoned off and protected until the end of the nesting season or until the nests are no longer active.
5.8. Invertebrates
Potential use of site
5.8.1. The habitats within the site are expected to support a limited range of common invertebrates, and indeed 7-spot ladybird Coccinella septempunctata , Brown Lipped Snail Capaea nemoralis and an unidentified Weevil were recorded on site during the survey. However, the nature of the habitats present within the survey area, i.e. largely buildings, hard-standing
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and rank grassland, is such that it is unlikely that any protected, rare or notable invertebrate populations inhabit the site.
Background Records
5.8.2. No specific records of invertebrates were returned from within or immediately adjacent to the site by the datasearch exercise. A number of records of moths and butterflies were returned within the vicinity of the site from the HBIC (see Appendix 2), however the majority of these are located within the adjacent 1km grid square south-east of the site.
5.9. Summary of Safeguards and Enhancements
Safeguards / Recommendations
• A precautionary habitat manipulation exercise will be utilised within the area of rank grassland located within the south of the site, in order to safeguard any reptiles that may be present.
• Any potential bird nesting habitat to be removed under the proposals will be cleared outside the nesting season (i.e. outside March to August inclusive), or otherwise the habitat will be first checked by an ecologist.
• A sensitive lighting scheme will be incorporated within the proposals to avoid excessive illumination of the adjacent wooded belt and Oak trees with bat potential.
• Should any tree works involve the two off-site Oaks identified as having bat potential, a soft-felling approach will be employed on any affected limbs.
Enhancements
• Bat Boxes. New roosting opportunities will be provided in the form of bat boxes, to be erected on a proportion of new buildings (e.g. Schwegler 1FQ/1WQ – see Appendix 6 for specifications) where architectural design is appropriate. So as to maximise their use, these should be erected as high up as possible and sited in sheltered wind- free areas that are not directly illuminated at night but are exposed to the sun for part of the day, facing either a south-east, south or south- westerly direction. The precise locations will be decided by the ecologist post-planning in conjunction with the developer/project architect.
• Bird Boxes. New nesting opportunities should be provided in the form of bird boxes, to be erected on a proportion of new buildings (e.g. Schwegler Sparrow Terrace, Schwegler Bird House or Schwegler Avianex Nest Boxes – see Appendix 7 for specifications) where architectural design is appropriate. The precise locations will be decided by the ecologist post-planning in conjunction with the developer/project architect.
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6. POLICY REVIEW
6.1. The planning policy framework that relates to nature conservation issues in Basingstoke, Hampshire is issued at three main administrative levels – Nationally through Planning Policy Statement 9, at the Regional level through the Regional Spatial Strategy (RSS) for the South East (adopted May 2009) and at the Local level through Basingstoke and Dean Borough Local Plan (adopted July 2006). Any proposed development will be judged in relation to the policies contained in these planning documents, albeit the Government announced its intention to revoke Regional Spatial Strategies in July 2010, and it is likely that they will be abolished under the forthcoming Localism Bill.
6.2. National Policy
Planning Policy Statement 9
6.2.1. Guidance on National Policy for biodiversity and geological conservation is provided by the Department of the Environment Planning Policy Statement 9 (PPS9), published in August 2005. PPS9 confirms the Government's commitment to the protection of biodiversity and geological conservation through the planning system.
6.2.2. PPS9 requires Local Authorities to fully consider the effect of planning decisions on biodiversity and geological conservation, and ensure that appropriate weight is attached to statutory nature conservation designations, protected species and biodiversity and geological interests within the wider environment.
6.2.3. It also considers the potential biodiversity and geological conservation gains which can be secured within developments, including the use of planning obligations.
6.2.4. National Policy therefore implicitly recognises the importance of biodiversity and that with sensitive planning and design, development and conservation of the natural heritage can co-exist and benefits can, in certain circumstances, be obtained.
6.3. Regional Policy
South East Regional Spatial Strategy
6.3.1. The current document in use for planning control purposes in Hampshire is the South East Plan, which is the Regional Spatial Strategy (RSS) for the South East. This was published 6 th May 2009. The South East Plan sets out the strategic planning framework for the development and use of land within the South East region for the period up to 2026.
6.3.2. More recently, on 6 July 2010 the Secretary of State announced that all of England’s RSSs were being revoked, however a recent High Court judgement has deemed this unlawful, such that, where in force the RSSs appear to again represent part of the adopted policy and should be considered. Nonetheless the future of the RSS remains unclear, with the government having confirmed that the RSSs will be abolished under the forthcoming Localism bill.
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6.3.3. The South East Regional Spatial Strategy (formerly Regional Planning Guidance for the South East (RPG9)), issued by ODPM in May 2009, currently provides the strategic planning policy for the region, although it is due to be replaced under the proposed Localism Bill.
6.3.4. The Regional Spatial Strategy (RSS) contains 5 policies that relate to nature conservation, two of these being relevant to the site.
6.3.5. Policy NRM5 is concerned with protecting, managing and enhancing the region’s biodiversity and nature conservation resources. It requires local authorities and other relevant agencies to encourage the maintenance and enhancement of biodiversity resources, take account of local and national BAP actions and targets, and take a common approach to biodiversity and nature conservation issues across planning boundaries.
6.3.6. Policy NRM7 is concerned with the protection, management and enhancement of the region’s woodlands, in particular ancient woodland. It requires local authorities and other relevant agencies to replace any woodland lost to development, and encourages the extension of existing, and creation of new, woodland areas within the region.
6.4. Local Policy
6.4.1. Planning policy in Basingstoke at the local level in respect of Ecology and Nature Conservation is set out within the adopted Basingstoke and Deane Borough Local Plan, July 2006.
6.4.2. Under the Basingstoke and Deane Borough Local Plan, there is one saved policy (E7) that is pertinent to the site.
6.4.3. Policy E7 is concerned with the protection, conservation and enhancement of statutory and non-statutory designations, habitats and species of nature conservation interest. Developers will be expected to conserve, and where possible enhance such features, and are encouraged to create and appropriately manage new habitats to enhance the connectivity of the wider landscape. Development that may significantly harm such features, either directly or indirectly, may be refused unless it can be proven that there is an over-riding public need for the development.
6.5. Policy Discussion
Designated Nature Conservation Sites
6.5.1. As set out at section 3 of this report, the development proposals will not significantly harm any designations and therefore the proposals fully accord with the relevant provisions of national, regional and local policy.
Habitats
6.5.2. As set out at section 4, the habitats present at the site are not of significant ecological value and therefore the proposals are considered to be fully in line with the relevant provisions of national, regional and local policy.
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Protected Species
6.5.3. As set out at section 5, a number of recommendations have been made to ensure that any protected species utilising the habitats on site will be safeguarded and as such the development proposals fully accord with the relevant provisions of national, regional and local policy.
6.6. Policy Conclusion
6.6.1. It is considered that, following the recommendations set out in this report, the proposed development would fully accord with the relevant provisions of policies relating to nature conservation at the national, regional and local levels.
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7. SUMMARY AND CONCLUSIONS
7.1. Aspect Ecology has been commissioned by Scottish Widows Investment Partnership and Centurion Properties Ltd to undertake an ecological assessment in respect of land at Reading Road, Basingstoke. The proposals are for the redevelopment of the site to provide a discount food store, and a non-food retail unit with associated car parking.
7.2. The site was surveyed in September 2011 based around extended Phase 1 methodology as recommended by Natural England. In addition, a general appraisal of faunal species was undertaken to record the potential presence of any protected, rare or notable species, with specific surveys conducted in respect of bats.
7.3. Ecological Designations. The site itself is not subject to any statutory or non-statutory nature conservation designation. The nearest statutory designation to the site is Long Copse LNR, located approximately 0.40km north-east of the site. The nearest non-statutory designation is Wallin’s Copse ASW, located approximately 0.14km east of the site. These and other ecological designations are well separated from the site by existing development, and will therefore be unaffected by the proposals.
7.4. Habitats. Buildings and hard-standing comprise approximately half of all habitats at the site, and are considered to be of negligible ecological value. The rank grassland, amenity grassland and amenity planting/planted tree or scrub habitats on site are considered to be of low ecological value at the local level, and as such, any loss of these habitats is of minor, if any, ecological significance.
7.5. Furthermore, the off-site habitats of relatively greater ecological interest, namely the wooded belt and mature Oak trees, will be fully safeguarded under the recommendations outlined within this report.
7.6. Invasive species. A number of Cotoneaster species are listed on Schedule 9 of the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 (as amended). As such, care should be taken to ensure these plants are not spread to the wild, and it is recommended that they be carefully removed from the site.
7.7. Protected Species. The habitats at the site provide limited opportunities for reptiles and common birds, and therefore the following recommendations have been made.
7.8. Reptiles. The rank grassland within the site provides some limited sub- optimal habitat for reptiles, and accordingly individual common reptiles may occasionally be present. A precautionary habitat manipulation exercise will therefore be implemented in order to safeguard any reptiles that may occasionally utilise this habitat.
7.9. Nesting Birds. Common birds may use habitats at the site for nesting, and as all wild birds receive protection whilst nesting, in order to avoid a potential offence it is recommended that any clearance of nesting habitat is undertaken outside of the bird nesting season (i.e. outside March to August inclusive).
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7.10. Conclusion. In conclusion, based on the evidence obtained from detailed ecological survey work and with the implementation of the recommendations set out in this report, there is no reason to suggest that any ecological designations, habitats of nature conservation interest or any protected species will be significantly harmed by the proposals.
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PLANS
PLAN 2730/ECO1
Site Location
PLAN 2730/ECO2
Ecological Designations
PLAN 2730/ECO3
Habitats, Ecological Features & Photographs
APPENDICES
APPENDIX 1
Proposals Plan
APPENDIX 2
Extract of information received from Hampshire Biodiversity Information Centre (HBIC)
INFORMATION RETURNED FROM LRC
Taxon Name Common Name Number of Records Distance Bearing Date Bufo bufo Common Toad 2 0.95km NE 1999 Triturus cristatus Great Crested Newt 75 0.78km W 2009 Zootoca vivipara Common Lizard 5 0.78km W 2009 Natrix natrix Grass Snake 4 1.17km NW 2003 Anguis fragilis Slow-worm 6 Same 1km grid square as site N/A 2008 Chiroptera Bat sp. 5 0.94km NE 2002 Plecotus auritus Brown Long-Eared Bat 7 0.32km SE 2006 Pipistrellus Pipistrelle bat 6 0.72km SW 2004 Myotis mystacinus Whiskered Bat 10 Same 1km grid square as site N/A 2003 Lepus europaeus Brown Hare 3 2.15km NW 2007 Arvicola amphibius European Water Vole 36 Adjacent 1km grid square E 2000 Micromys minutus Harvest Mouse 3 1.63km W 2007 Muscardinus avellanarius Hazel Dormouse 9 Adjacent 1km grid square NW 2004 Erinaceus europaeus West European Hedgehog 20 0.58km S 1998 Tyto alba Barn Owl 4 Adjacent 1km grid square SE 2005 Phoenicurus ochruros Black Redstart 6 Same 10km grid square as site N/A 2009 Fringilla montifringilla Brambling 10 Same 1km grid square as site N/A 2009 Cettia cetti Cetti's Warbler 12 Adjacent 1km grid square E 2005 Pyrrhula pyrrhula Common Bullfinch 4 Same 1km grid square as site N/A 2007 Loxia curvirostra Common Crossbill 4 Adjacent 1km grid square NW 2005 Cuculus canorus Common Cuckoo 4 0.78km W 2009 Locustella naevia Common Grasshopper Warbler 23 Adjacent 1km grid square E 2005 Tringa nebularia Common Greenshank 3 Adjacent 1km grid square SE 1999 Alcedo atthis Common Kingfisher 47 Adjacent 1km grid square SE 2005 Carduelis cannabina Common Linnet 5 Adjacent 1km grid square SE 2004 Luscinia megarhynchos Common Nightingale 4 Adjacent 1km grid square NW 2001 Carduelis flammea Common Redpoll 1 0.78km W 2009 Tringa totanus Common Redshank 2 Adjacent 1km grid square E 1999 Phoenicurus phoenicurus Common Redstart 2 Same 1km grid square as site N/A 2005 Gallinago gallinago Common Snipe 2 Adjacent 1km grid square E 1998 Sturnus vulgaris Common Starling 3 0.78km W 2009 Falco subbuteo Eurasian Hobby 16 Same 10km grid square as site N/A 2005 Circus aeruginosus Eurasian Marsh Harrier 2 Same 1km grid square as site N/A 2004 Acrocephalus scirpaceus Eurasian Reed Warbler 6 Adjacent 1km grid square SE 2004 Carduelis spinus Eurasian Siskin 18 0.78km W 2009 Anas crecca Eurasian Teal 2 Adjacent 1km grid square SE 2004 Jynx torquilla Eurasian Wryneck 3 1.36km S 2002 Pluvialis apricaria European Golden Plover 4 Adjacent 1km grid square SE 2004 Pernis apivorus European Honey-buzzard 5 Same 10km grid square as site N/A 2009 Caprimulgus europaeus European Nightjar 49 Same 10km grid square as site N/A 2008 Streptopelia turtur European Turtle Dove 15 Adjacent 1km grid square NW 2004 Turdus pilaris Fieldfare 11 Adjacent 1km grid square SE 2004 Regulus ignicapilla Firecrest 32 Same 10km grid square as site N/A 2005 Anas strepera Gadwall 9 Adjacent 1km grid square NW 2005 Anas querquedula Garganey 1 Adjacent 1km grid square SE 2005 Larus marinus Great Black-backed Gull 1 Adjacent 1km grid square SE 2004 Tringa ochropus Green Sandpiper 18 Adjacent 1km grid square SE 2005 Ardea cinerea Grey Heron 3 Adjacent 1km grid square SE 1999 Perdix perdix Grey Partridge 4 Adjacent 1km grid square E 2004 Coccothraustes coccothraustesHawfinch 5 Adjacent 1km grid square E 2004 Larus argentatus Herring Gull 6 Same 1km grid square as site W 2004 Upupa epops Hoopoe 1 Adjacent 1km grid square SE 2007 Passer domesticus House Sparrow 4 0.78km W 2009 Larus fuscus Lesser Black-Backed Gull 1 2.42km SW 2007 Carduelis cabaret Lesser Redpoll 8 Adjacent 1km grid square E 2005 Dendrocopos minor Lesser Spotted Woodpecker 8 Adjacent 1km grid square NW 1999 Ixobrychus minutus Little Bittern 2 Adjacent 1km grid square E 1996 Egretta garzetta Little Egret 80 Adjacent 1km grid square SE 2009 Asio otus Long-Eared Owl 2 Same 10km grid square as site N/A 2004 Poecile palustris Marsh Tit 2 0.95km NE 1999 Falco columbarius Merlin 3 Adjacent 1km grid square E 2005 Circus pygargus Montagu's Harrier 4 Same 10km grid square as site N/A 2005 Accipiter gentilis Northern Goshawk 5 Same 10km grid square as site N/A 2004 Vanellus vanellus Northern Lapwing 8 Adjacent 1km grid square SE 2004 Oenanthe oenanthe Northern Wheatear 5 Adjacent 1km grid square SE 2004 Pandion haliaetus Osprey 2 Adjacent 1km grid square SE 2004 Falco peregrinus Peregrine Falcon 43 Same 10km grid square as site N/A 2005 Ficedula hypoleuca Pied Flycatcher 3 Adjacent 1km grid square NW 2003 Milvus milvus Red Kite 7 Same 10km grid square as site N/A 2002 Turdus iliacus Redwing 23 0.95km NE 1999 Emberiza schoeniclus Reed Bunting 4 Adjacent 1km grid square SE 2002 Turdus torquatus Ring Ouzel 3 Adjacent 1km grid square E 2005 Riparia riparia Sand Martin 1 Adjacent 1km grid square SE 2004 Alauda arvensis Sky Lark 4 Adjacent 1km grid square E 2004 Turdus philomelos Song Thrush 10 0.78km W 2009 Muscicapa striata Spotted Flycatcher 19 Adjacent 1km grid square E 2005 Burhinus oedicnemus Stone-Curlew 14 Same 10km grid square as site N/A 1999 Anthus trivialis Tree Pipit 10 Adjacent 1km grid square NW 2001 Rallus aquaticus Water Rail 50 1.2km S 2006 Numenius phaeopus Whimbrel 2 Adjacent 1km grid square E Saxicola rubetra Whinchat 30 Adjacent 1km grid square SE 2004 Lullula arborea Wood Lark 7 Same 10km grid square as site N/A 2002 Phylloscopus sibilatrix Wood Warbler 4 Adjacent 1km grid square SE 2005 Motacilla flava Yellow Wagtail 19 Adjacent 1km grid square E 2005 Emberiza citrinella Yellowhammer 4 Adjacent 1km grid square SE 2004 Agonopterix angelicella Angelica Flat-body 1 Adjacent 1km grid square SE 2005 Nemapogon clematella Barred White Clothes 1 Adjacent 1km grid square SE 2004 Agrochola lychnidis Beaded Chestnut 2 1.34km SW 2006 Scythris grandipennis Black Owlet 1 Adjacent 1km grid square SE 2004 Carpatolechia proximella Black-speckled Groundling 1 Adjacent 1km grid square SE 2005 Timandra comae Blood-vein 2 1.32km W 2007 Argyresthia curvella Brindled Argent 1 1.32km W 2007 Lycia hirtaria Brindled Beauty 2 1.02km W 2004 Philereme vetulata Brown Scallop 2 0.95km NE 1999 Mompha ochraceella Buff Cosmet 2 1.32km W 2007 Spilosoma luteum Buff Ermine 2 1.32km W 2007 Nonagria typhae Bulrush Wainscot 1 1.02km W 2003 Hypena rostralis buttoned snout 2 Adjacent 1km grid square E 2005 Hadena rivularis Campion 1 1.32km W 2007 Tyria jacobaeae Cinnabar 3 Same 1km grid square as site N/A 2007 Synanthedon tipuliformis Currant Clearwing 1 1.02km W 2009 Conistra ligula Dark Chestnut 1 1.32km W 2007 Argynnis aglaja Dark Green Fritillary 1 1.39km NW 1997 Dicallomera fascelina Dark Tussock 1 1.02km W 2004 Melanchra persicariae Dot Moth 4 1.32km W 2007 Theria primaria Early Moth 3 1.32km W 2007 Mompha terminella Enchanters Cosmet 1 Adjacent 1km grid square SE 2005 Ephestia parasitella False Cacao Moth 10 1.32km W 2007 Brachmia inornatella Fen Crest 2 Adjacent 1km grid square E 2005 Apoda limacodes festoon 2 1.32km W 2007 Nemapogon ruricolella Gold-sheen Clothes 1 Adjacent 1km grid square SE 2004 Naenia typica Gothic 1 1.32km W 2007 Pyrgus malvae Grizzled Skipper 7 Adjacent 1km grid square NW 1998 Eupithecia pusillata Juniper Pug 1 0.95km NE 1999 Acronicta rumicis Knot Grass 2 1.32km W 2007 Phyllonorycter emberizaepenellaLarge Midget 1 0.95km NE 1999 Apamea anceps Large Nutmeg 15 1.32km W 2007 Polymixis flavicincta Large Ranunculus 3 1.43km SW 2006 Xanthorhoe quadrifasiata Large Twin-spot Carpet 1 Adjacent 1km grid square SE 2005 Orthosia populeti Lead-coloured Drab 2 1.32km W 2007 Platytes cerussella Little Grass-veneer 1 1.32km W 2007 Ptilodontella cucullina Maple Prominent 2 0.95km NE 1999 Dichonia aprilina Merveille du Jour 2 1.43km SW 2006 Caradrina morpheus Mottled Rustic 8 0.95km NE 1999 Watsonalla binaria Oak Hook-tip 4 1.02km W 2003 Mythimna obsoleta Obscure Wainscot 1 Adjacent 1km grid square SE 2005 Ipimorpha subtusa Olive 1 Adjacent 1km grid square SE 2005 Eilema sororcula orange footman 9 1.32km W 2007 Angerona prunaria Orange Moth 1 1.32km W 2007 Archiearis parthenias Orange Underwing 2 Adjacent 1km grid square NW 2008 Synanthedon andrenaeformisOrange-tailed Clearwing 1 Adjacent 1km grid square SE 2004 Lithophane hepatica Pale Pinion 1 1.32km W 2007 Panolis flammea Pine Beauty 5 1.32km W 2007 Eupithecia simpliciata Plain Pug 1 1.02km W 2004 Orthosia gracilis Powdered Quaker 12 1.32km W 2007 Apatura iris Purple Emperor 15 Adjacent 1km grid square NW 2006 Atolmis rubricollis Red-necked Footman 1 1.32km W 2007 Hoplodrina blanda Rustic 10 1.32km W 2007 Synanthedon flaviventris Sallow Clearwing 2 Adjacent 1km grid square SE 2004 Lobophora halterata Seraphim 1 1.32km W 2007 Scotopteryx chenopodiata Shaded Broad-bar 3 0.95km NE 1999 Euphyia unangulata Sharp-angled Carpet 1 1.32km W 2007 Mythimna comma Shoulder-striped Wainscot 2 1.32km W 2007 Argynnis paphia silver-washed fritillary 17 0.54km W 2003 Eupithecia tenuiata Slender Pug 1 1.32km W 2007 Apocheima hispidaria Small Brindled Beauty 1 1.32km W 2007 Apamea unanimis Small Clouded Brindle 2 1.32km W 2007 Hemistola chrysoprasaria Small Emerald 6 1.32km W 2007 Diarsia rubi Small Square-spot 20 1.32km W 2007 Panemeria tenebrata Small Yellow Underwing 1 Adjacent 1km grid square SE 2004 Mythimna straminea Southern Wainscot 1 Adjacent 1km grid square SE 2005 Nephopterix angustella Spindle Knot-horn 6 1.32km W 2007 Agriopis leucophaearia Spring Usher 1 1.32km W 2007 Xestia rhomboidea Square-spotted clay 1 Adjacent 1km grid square SE 2004 Depressaria chaerophylli Streaked Flat-body 1 1.32km W 2007 Sitochroa palealis Sulphur Pearl 2 1.32km W 2007 Ectoedemia decentella Sycamore-seed Pigmy 1 1.32km W 2007 Hadena compta Varied Coronet 1 1.32km W 2007 Lampropteryx suffumata Water Carpet 1 1.32km W 2007 Limenitis camilla White Admiral 15 0.81km NE 1999 Spilosoma lubricipeda White Ermine 6 1.32km W 2007 Satyrium w-album White-letter Hairstreak 5 Adjacent 1km grid square NW 2006 Cerastis leucographa White-marked 2 1.32km W 2007 Mythimna albipuncta White-point 5 1.32km W 2007 Monopis obviella Yellow-backed Clothes 2 1.32km W 2007 Ilybius fenestratus 1 0.95km NE 1999 Chamaemelum nobile Chamomile 11 0.78km SW 1996 Thalictrum flavum Common Meadow-rue 4 1.20km W 2006 Sanguisorba officinalis Great Burnet 1 1.30km W 2009 Epipactis phyllanthes Green-Flowered Helleborine 6 1.38km NW 2001 Paris quadrifolia Herb-paris 2 0.95km NE 1999 Stellaria pallida Lesser Chickweed 1 Adjacent 1km grid square SE 2008 Althaea officinalis Marsh-mallow 3 0.41km W 2007 Lotus glaber Narrow-leaved Bird's-foot-trefoil 6 1.39km NW 2003 Lepidium ruderale Narrow-leaved Pepperwort 1 0.81km S 2008 Alisma lanceolatum Narrow-leaved Water-plantain 2 1.24km W 2009 Puccinellia distans Reflexed Saltmarsh-grass 2 0.81km SW 1998 Crepis biennis Rough Hawk's-beard 2 0.91km NE 1996 Trifolium fragiferum Strawberry Clover 2 1.24km W 1996 Ranunculus trichophyllus Thread-leaved Water-crowfoot 1 1.24km W 2009 Ranunculus penicillatus subsp.var pseudofluitanspseudofluitans 1 Adjacent 1km grid square SE 2009 Epipactis purpurata Violet Helleborine 1 0.95km NE 1999 Cirsium eriophorum Woolly Thistle 1 1.47km SE 2004
APPENDIX 3
Information obtained from Multi-Agency Geographic Information for the Countryside (MAGIC) and Nature on the Map (Natural England) online databases
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Traditional Orchards - Provisional (England) Site Habitat Priority Qualifier Number PRIORITY TRADITIONAL ORCHARD HABITAT MAY BE PRESENT BUT EVIDENCE IS EITHER TRADITIONAL HAMP0050 INSUFFICIENT TO DETERMINE PRESENCE CONFIDENTLY OR IS IN THE OLDEST ALLOWABLE ORCHARD CATEGORY PRIORITY TRADITIONAL ORCHARD HABITAT MAY BE PRESENT BUT EVIDENCE IS EITHER TRADITIONAL HAMP0051 INSUFFICIENT TO DETERMINE PRESENCE CONFIDENTLY OR IS IN THE OLDEST ALLOWABLE ORCHARD CATEGORY PRIORITY TRADITIONAL ORCHARD HABITAT MAY BE PRESENT BUT EVIDENCE IS EITHER TRADITIONAL HAMP0054 INSUFFICIENT TO DETERMINE PRESENCE CONFIDENTLY OR IS IN THE OLDEST ALLOWABLE ORCHARD CATEGORY PRIORITY TRADITIONAL ORCHARD HABITAT MAY BE PRESENT BUT EVIDENCE IS EITHER TRADITIONAL HAMP0055 INSUFFICIENT TO DETERMINE PRESENCE CONFIDENTLY OR IS IN THE OLDEST ALLOWABLE ORCHARD CATEGORY PRIORITY TRADITIONAL ORCHARD HABITAT MAY BE PRESENT BUT EVIDENCE IS EITHER TRADITIONAL HAMP0056 INSUFFICIENT TO DETERMINE PRESENCE CONFIDENTLY OR IS IN THE OLDEST ALLOWABLE ORCHARD CATEGORY PRIORITY TRADITIONAL ORCHARD HABITAT MAY BE PRESENT BUT EVIDENCE IS EITHER TRADITIONAL HAMP0057 INSUFFICIENT TO DETERMINE PRESENCE CONFIDENTLY OR IS IN THE OLDEST ALLOWABLE ORCHARD CATEGORY PRIORITY TRADITIONAL ORCHARD HABITAT MAY BE PRESENT BUT EVIDENCE IS EITHER TRADITIONAL HAMP0059 INSUFFICIENT TO DETERMINE PRESENCE CONFIDENTLY OR IS IN THE OLDEST ALLOWABLE ORCHARD CATEGORY TRADITIONAL HAMP0106 DEFINITELY IS TRADITIONAL ORCHARD PRIORITY HABITAT ORCHARD PRIORITY TRADITIONAL ORCHARD HABITAT MAY BE PRESENT BUT EVIDENCE IS EITHER TRADITIONAL HAMP0107 INSUFFICIENT TO DETERMINE PRESENCE CONFIDENTLY OR IS IN THE OLDEST ALLOWABLE ORCHARD CATEGORY TRADITIONAL HAMP0109 DEFINITELY IS TRADITIONAL ORCHARD PRIORITY HABITAT ORCHARD PRIORITY TRADITIONAL ORCHARD HABITAT MAY BE PRESENT BUT EVIDENCE IS EITHER TRADITIONAL HAMP0110 INSUFFICIENT TO DETERMINE PRESENCE CONFIDENTLY OR IS IN THE OLDEST ALLOWABLE ORCHARD CATEGORY PRIORITY TRADITIONAL ORCHARD HABITAT MAY BE PRESENT BUT EVIDENCE IS EITHER TRADITIONAL HAMP0112 INSUFFICIENT TO DETERMINE PRESENCE CONFIDENTLY OR IS IN THE OLDEST ALLOWABLE ORCHARD CATEGORY TRADITIONAL HAMP0113 DEFINITELY IS TRADITIONAL ORCHARD PRIORITY HABITAT ORCHARD Limestone Pavements (England) There are no features within your search area.
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Fens (England) Habitat Reliability of Determination Priority definition Polygon id Feature note Priority qualifier interpretation comment habitat version NOTE: POLYGONS PROBABLY THE PRIORITY SSSI NAME FROM MULTI-POLYGON HABITAT BUT SOME SUPPORTS FENBASE 1.3 0093:0000794 AVERAGE FENS SSSIS MAY NOT ALL UNCERTAINTY OF SITE NAME CONTAIN FEN HABITAT. INTERPRETATION INFORMATION.
Coastal and Floodplain Grazing Marsh (England) Habitat Reliability of Feature definition Polygon id Priority qualifier Determination comment Priority habitat interpretation note version RELIABILITY OF PROBABLY THE INTERPRETATION IS 'GOOD' - COASTAL AND PRIORITY HABITAT BUT 1.3 0093:0011636 GOOD SHOWS A COINCIDENCE OF FLOODPLAIN SOME UNCERTAINTY OF LOWLAND WET GRASSLAND GRAZING MARSH INTERPRETATION AND 'WET AREA'. RELIABILITY OF PROBABLY THE INTERPRETATION IS 'GOOD' - COASTAL AND PRIORITY HABITAT BUT 1.3 0093:0012258 GOOD SHOWS A COINCIDENCE OF FLOODPLAIN SOME UNCERTAINTY OF LOWLAND WET GRASSLAND GRAZING MARSH INTERPRETATION AND 'WET AREA'. RELIABILITY OF PROBABLY THE INTERPRETATION IS 'GOOD' - COASTAL AND PRIORITY HABITAT BUT 1.3 0093:0012259 GOOD SHOWS A COINCIDENCE OF FLOODPLAIN SOME UNCERTAINTY OF LOWLAND WET GRASSLAND GRAZING MARSH INTERPRETATION AND 'WET AREA'. RELIABILITY OF PROBABLY THE INTERPRETATION IS 'GOOD' - COASTAL AND PRIORITY HABITAT BUT 1.3 0093:0014261 GOOD SHOWS A COINCIDENCE OF FLOODPLAIN SOME UNCERTAINTY OF LOWLAND WET GRASSLAND GRAZING MARSH INTERPRETATION AND 'WET AREA'. RELIABILITY OF PROBABLY THE INTERPRETATION IS 'GOOD' - COASTAL AND PRIORITY HABITAT BUT 1.3 0093:0016375 GOOD SHOWS A COINCIDENCE OF FLOODPLAIN SOME UNCERTAINTY OF LOWLAND WET GRASSLAND GRAZING MARSH INTERPRETATION AND 'WET AREA'. RELIABILITY OF PROBABLY THE INTERPRETATION IS 'GOOD' - COASTAL AND PRIORITY HABITAT BUT 1.3 0093:0016796 GOOD SHOWS A COINCIDENCE OF FLOODPLAIN SOME UNCERTAINTY OF LOWLAND WET GRASSLAND GRAZING MARSH INTERPRETATION AND 'WET AREA'. RELIABILITY OF PROBABLY THE INTERPRETATION IS 'GOOD' - COASTAL AND PRIORITY HABITAT BUT 1.3 0093:0017170 GOOD SHOWS A COINCIDENCE OF FLOODPLAIN SOME UNCERTAINTY OF LOWLAND WET GRASSLAND GRAZING MARSH INTERPRETATION AND 'WET AREA'. RELIABILITY OF PROBABLY THE INTERPRETATION IS 'GOOD' - COASTAL AND PRIORITY HABITAT BUT 1.3 0093:0018685 GOOD SHOWS A COINCIDENCE OF FLOODPLAIN SOME UNCERTAINTY OF LOWLAND WET GRASSLAND GRAZING MARSH INTERPRETATION AND 'WET AREA'. RELIABILITY OF PROBABLY THE INTERPRETATION IS 'GOOD' - COASTAL AND PRIORITY HABITAT BUT 1.3 0093:0024540 GOOD SHOWS A COINCIDENCE OF FLOODPLAIN SOME UNCERTAINTY OF LOWLAND WET GRASSLAND GRAZING MARSH INTERPRETATION AND 'WET AREA'. RELIABILITY OF PROBABLY THE INTERPRETATION IS 'GOOD' - COASTAL AND PRIORITY HABITAT BUT 1.3 0093:0024595 GOOD SHOWS A COINCIDENCE OF FLOODPLAIN SOME UNCERTAINTY OF LOWLAND WET GRASSLAND GRAZING MARSH INTERPRETATION AND 'WET AREA'. RELIABILITY OF PROBABLY THE INTERPRETATION IS 'AVERAGE' - COASTAL AND PRIORITY HABITAT BUT 1.3 0093:0028272 AVERAGE SHOWS AN ABSENCE OF 'WET FLOODPLAIN SOME UNCERTAINTY OF AREA' WITHIN AN AREA OF GRAZING MARSH INTERPRETATION LOWLAND WET GRASSLAND. RELIABILITY OF PROBABLY THE INTERPRETATION IS 'AVERAGE' - COASTAL AND PRIORITY HABITAT BUT 1.3 0093:0029183 AVERAGE SHOWS AN ABSENCE OF 'WET FLOODPLAIN SOME UNCERTAINTY OF AREA' WITHIN AN AREA OF GRAZING MARSH INTERPRETATION LOWLAND WET GRASSLAND. RELIABILITY OF PROBABLY THE INTERPRETATION IS 'AVERAGE' - COASTAL AND PRIORITY HABITAT BUT 1.3 0099:0032825 AVERAGE SHOWS AN ABSENCE OF 'WET FLOODPLAIN SOME UNCERTAINTY OF AREA' WITHIN AN AREA OF GRAZING MARSH INTERPRETATION LOWLAND WET GRASSLAND. RELIABILITY OF PROBABLY THE INTERPRETATION IS 'AVERAGE' - COASTAL AND PRIORITY HABITAT BUT 1.3 0099:0033543 AVERAGE SHOWS AN ABSENCE OF 'WET FLOODPLAIN SOME UNCERTAINTY OF AREA' WITHIN AN AREA OF GRAZING MARSH INTERPRETATION LOWLAND WET GRASSLAND. RELIABILITY OF PROBABLY THE INTERPRETATION IS 'AVERAGE' - COASTAL AND PRIORITY HABITAT BUT 1.3 0099:0035661 AVERAGE SHOWS AN ABSENCE OF 'WET FLOODPLAIN SOME UNCERTAINTY OF AREA' WITHIN AN AREA OF GRAZING MARSH INTERPRETATION LOWLAND WET GRASSLAND.
Lowland Meadows (England) Habitat definition Reliability of Priority Determination Polygon id Feature note Priority habitat version interpretation qualifier comment NOT LOWLAND 1.3 0230:0062568 AVERAGE DEFINITELY IS APPLICABLE MEADOWS NOT LOWLAND 1.3 0230:0057999 AVERAGE DEFINITELY IS APPLICABLE MEADOWS NOT LOWLAND 1.3 0230:0024750 AVERAGE DEFINITELY IS APPLICABLE MEADOWS NOT LOWLAND 1.3 0230:0056149 AVERAGE DEFINITELY IS APPLICABLE MEADOWS NOT LOWLAND 1.3 0230:0072701 AVERAGE DEFINITELY IS APPLICABLE MEADOWS NOT LOWLAND 1.3 0230:0061855 AVERAGE DEFINITELY IS APPLICABLE MEADOWS NOT LOWLAND 1.3 0230:0042727 AVERAGE DEFINITELY IS APPLICABLE MEADOWS NOT LOWLAND 1.3 0230:0018454 AVERAGE DEFINITELY IS APPLICABLE MEADOWS NOT LOWLAND 1.3 0230:0073309 AVERAGE DEFINITELY IS APPLICABLE MEADOWS NOT LOWLAND 1.3 0230:0079209 AVERAGE DEFINITELY IS APPLICABLE MEADOWS
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Ancient Woodland (England) Grid Reference Wood Name Theme ID Theme Name su617580 1415824 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su694525 MILL WOOD 1112504 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su683532 ROUND COPSE 1112495 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su683534 ROUND COPSE 1112495 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su650565 GALLARIES COPSE 1112477 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su613568 MONK SHERBORNE WOOD 1112459 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su695523 1415754 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su685523 1415753 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su645555 MARLS/RUSSELLS/CRUBS COPSES 1112475 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su643554 MARLS/RUSSELLS/CRUBS COPSES 1112475 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su683524 1415757 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su641557 MARLS/RUSSELLS/CRUBS COPSES 1112475 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su642498 AUDLEYS WOOD 1112474 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su658556 1415796 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su644547 CARPENTERS DOWN WOOD 1112476 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su677510 SHEETLANDS COPSE 1112489 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su680543 RUSHES ROW 1112493 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su695526 MILL WOOD 1112504 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su659546 1415781 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su697536 HOGGINS/HILLY COPSES 1112505 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su656546 1415782 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su657552 GREAT SORRELLS COPSE 1112483 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su675537 GRAVELLY BOTTOM COPSE 1112488 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su676532 VIRNELLS/HODDS COPSES 1112492 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su679529 VIRNELLS/HODDS COPSES 1112492 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su674530 VIRNELLS/HODDS COPSES 1112492 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su662556 1415794 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su624563 EDGERTONS WOOD 1112464 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su638555 SPIERS COPSE 1112473 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su652543 1415776 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su635587 1415838 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su680567 BUCKFIELD COPSE 1112494 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su691539 ASHMOOR COPSE 1112502 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su634573 MORGASTON/PEPPER WOODS 1112471 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su621569 MORGASTON/PEPPER WOODS 1112471 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su617573 MORGASTON/PEPPER WOODS 1112471 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su632567 MORGASTON/PEPPER WOODS 1112471 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su621573 MORGASTON/PEPPER WOODS 1112471 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su628586 OLD GRAVEL PITS COPSE 1112470 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su599529 WORTING WOOD 1112454 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su626580 WILTSHIRES GULLY COPSE 1112472 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su623581 WILTSHIRES GULLY COPSE 1112472 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su626576 WILTSHIRES GULLY COPSE 1112472 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su620580 WILTSHIRES GULLY COPSE 1112472 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su630584 WILTSHIRES GULLY COPSE 1112472 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su621568 MORGASTON/PEPPER WOODS 1112471 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su631571 MORGASTON/PEPPER WOODS 1112471 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su632583 WILTSHIRES GULLY COPSE 1112472 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su630582 WILTSHIRES GULLY COPSE 1112472 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su677509 SHEETLANDS COPSE 1112489 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su630583 WILTSHIRES GULLY COPSE 1112472 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su626581 WILTSHIRES GULLY COPSE 1112472 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su627579 WILTSHIRES GULLY COPSE 1112472 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su660544 1415777 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su677542 BOTTOM ROW 1112490 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su637556 SPIERS COPSE 1112473 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su643548 CARPENTERS DOWN WOOD 1112476 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su647548 CARPENTERS DOWN WOOD 1112476 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su682556 FORKED COPSE 1112501 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su686557 FORKED COPSE 1112501 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su685553 FORKED COPSE 1112501 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su657505 DICKENS LANE WOOD 1112482 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su641501 AUDLEYS WOOD 1112474 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su653549 LONG COPSE 1112479 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su652549 LONG COPSE 1112479 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su659549 1415783 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su700541 WEBBS COPSE 1112920 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su613564 MONK SHERBORNE WOOD 1112459 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su613562 MONK SHERBORNE WOOD 1112459 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su613567 MONK SHERBORNE WOOD 1112459 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su613571 MONK SHERBORNE WOOD 1112459 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su645554 MARLS/RUSSELLS/CRUBS COPSES 1112475 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su644556 MARLS/RUSSELLS/CRUBS COPSES 1112475 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND
Forestry Commission Woodland (England) Forest Title BRAMSHILL THE VEYNA ESTATE
National Inventory of Woodland and Trees (England) Feature type Reference date Update type BROADLEAVED 310396 COPPICE 310396 YOUNG TREES 310396 MIXED 310300 MIXED 310396 CONIFEROUS 310396 FELLED 310396 MIXED 310300 MIXED 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 MIXED 310300 MIXED 310396 MIXED 310300 BROADLEAVED 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 CONIFEROUS 310396 CONIFEROUS 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 MIXED 310300 BROADLEAVED 310396 MIXED 310396 MIXED 310300 MIXED 310300 FELLED 310396 MIXED 310300 CONIFEROUS 310396 CONIFEROUS 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 MIXED 310396 COPPICE WITH STANDARDS 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 MIXED 310396 MIXED 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 FELLED 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 CONIFEROUS 310396 MIXED 310396 COPPICE WITH STANDARDS 310396 CONIFEROUS 310396 FELLED 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 YOUNG TREES 310396 FELLED 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 MIXED 310396 YOUNG TREES 310300 WGS BROADLEAVED 310396 MIXED 310396 YOUNG TREES 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 MIXED 310396 FELLED 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 YOUNG TREES 310396 FELLED 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 YOUNG TREES 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 CONIFEROUS 310396 MIXED 310396 CONIFEROUS 310396 YOUNG TREES 310396 CONIFEROUS 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 CONIFEROUS 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 CONIFEROUS 310396 FELLED 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 SHRUB 310396 MIXED 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 YOUNG TREES 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 MIXED 310396 CONIFEROUS 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 COPPICE 310396 COPPICE 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 CONIFEROUS 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 FELLED 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 YOUNG TREES 310396 SHRUB 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 MIXED 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 CONIFEROUS 310396 YOUNG TREES 310396 CONIFEROUS 310396 YOUNG TREES 310396 MIXED 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 FELLED 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 FELLED 310396 SHRUB 310396 MIXED 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 SHRUB 310396 CONIFEROUS 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 CONIFEROUS 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 SHRUB 310396 CONIFEROUS 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 MIXED 310396 FELLED 310396 YOUNG TREES 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 MIXED 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 MIXED 310396 MIXED 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 SHRUB 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 SHRUB 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 MIXED 310396 YOUNG TREES 310396 CONIFEROUS 310396 CONIFEROUS 310396 FELLED 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 YOUNG TREES 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 MIXED 310396 SHRUB 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 CONIFEROUS 310396 YOUNG TREES 310396 FELLED 310396 MIXED 310396 FELLED 310396 MIXED 310396 MIXED 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 CONIFEROUS 310396 MIXED 310396 MIXED 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 YOUNG TREES 310302 WGS YOUNG TREES 310302 WGS YOUNG TREES 310302 WGS YOUNG TREES 310302 WGS YOUNG TREES 310302 WGS YOUNG TREES 310302 WGS YOUNG TREES 310302 WGS YOUNG TREES 310302 WGS YOUNG TREES 310302 WGS YOUNG TREES 310302 WGS YOUNG TREES 310302 WGS YOUNG TREES 310302 WGS YOUNG TREES 310302 WGS YOUNG TREES 310302 WGS YOUNG TREES 310302 WGS YOUNG TREES 310302 WGS YOUNG TREES 310302 WGS BROADLEAVED 310396 CONIFEROUS 310396 MIXED 310300 MIXED 310396 MIXED 310300 BROADLEAVED 310396 CONIFEROUS 310396 CONIFEROUS 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 MIXED 310396 CONIFEROUS 310396 MIXED 310396 YOUNG TREES 310396 YOUNG TREES 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 MIXED 310396 MIXED 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 SHRUB 310396 MIXED 310396 CONIFEROUS 310396 FELLED 310396 CONIFEROUS 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 MIXED 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 BROADLEAVED 310396 MIXED 310300 MIXED 310396 MIXED 310300 MIXED 310396
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Counties, Metropolitan Districts and Unitary Authorities (GB) Name Geographic Level HAMPSHIRE COUNTY
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Ancient Woodland (England) Grid Reference Wood Name Theme ID Theme Name su617580 1415824 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su694525 MILL WOOD 1112504 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su683532 ROUND COPSE 1112495 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su683534 ROUND COPSE 1112495 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su650565 GALLARIES COPSE 1112477 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su613568 MONK SHERBORNE WOOD 1112459 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su695523 1415754 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su685523 1415753 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su645555 MARLS/RUSSELLS/CRUBS COPSES 1112475 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su643554 MARLS/RUSSELLS/CRUBS COPSES 1112475 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su683524 1415757 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su641557 MARLS/RUSSELLS/CRUBS COPSES 1112475 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su642498 AUDLEYS WOOD 1112474 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su658556 1415796 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su644547 CARPENTERS DOWN WOOD 1112476 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su677510 SHEETLANDS COPSE 1112489 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su680543 RUSHES ROW 1112493 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su695526 MILL WOOD 1112504 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su659546 1415781 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su697536 HOGGINS/HILLY COPSES 1112505 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su656546 1415782 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su657552 GREAT SORRELLS COPSE 1112483 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su675537 GRAVELLY BOTTOM COPSE 1112488 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su676532 VIRNELLS/HODDS COPSES 1112492 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su679529 VIRNELLS/HODDS COPSES 1112492 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su674530 VIRNELLS/HODDS COPSES 1112492 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su662556 1415794 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su624563 EDGERTONS WOOD 1112464 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su638555 SPIERS COPSE 1112473 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su652543 1415776 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su635587 1415838 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su680567 BUCKFIELD COPSE 1112494 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su691539 ASHMOOR COPSE 1112502 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su634573 MORGASTON/PEPPER WOODS 1112471 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su621569 MORGASTON/PEPPER WOODS 1112471 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su617573 MORGASTON/PEPPER WOODS 1112471 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su632567 MORGASTON/PEPPER WOODS 1112471 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su621573 MORGASTON/PEPPER WOODS 1112471 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su628586 OLD GRAVEL PITS COPSE 1112470 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su599529 WORTING WOOD 1112454 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su626580 WILTSHIRES GULLY COPSE 1112472 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su623581 WILTSHIRES GULLY COPSE 1112472 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su626576 WILTSHIRES GULLY COPSE 1112472 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su620580 WILTSHIRES GULLY COPSE 1112472 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su630584 WILTSHIRES GULLY COPSE 1112472 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su621568 MORGASTON/PEPPER WOODS 1112471 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su631571 MORGASTON/PEPPER WOODS 1112471 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su632583 WILTSHIRES GULLY COPSE 1112472 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su630582 WILTSHIRES GULLY COPSE 1112472 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su677509 SHEETLANDS COPSE 1112489 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su630583 WILTSHIRES GULLY COPSE 1112472 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su626581 WILTSHIRES GULLY COPSE 1112472 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su627579 WILTSHIRES GULLY COPSE 1112472 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su660544 1415777 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su677542 BOTTOM ROW 1112490 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su637556 SPIERS COPSE 1112473 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su643548 CARPENTERS DOWN WOOD 1112476 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su647548 CARPENTERS DOWN WOOD 1112476 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su682556 FORKED COPSE 1112501 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su686557 FORKED COPSE 1112501 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su685553 FORKED COPSE 1112501 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su657505 DICKENS LANE WOOD 1112482 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su641501 AUDLEYS WOOD 1112474 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su653549 LONG COPSE 1112479 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su652549 LONG COPSE 1112479 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su659549 1415783 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su700541 WEBBS COPSE 1112920 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su613564 MONK SHERBORNE WOOD 1112459 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su613562 MONK SHERBORNE WOOD 1112459 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su613567 MONK SHERBORNE WOOD 1112459 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su613571 MONK SHERBORNE WOOD 1112459 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND su645554 MARLS/RUSSELLS/CRUBS COPSES 1112475 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND su644556 MARLS/RUSSELLS/CRUBS COPSES 1112475 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND
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APPENDIX 4
Information obtained from the National Biodiversity Network (NBN) database
INFORMATION RETURNED FROM NBN
Taxon Name Common Name Number of Records Distance Bearing Date Pipistrellus pipistrellus Common Pipistrelle 8 Adjacent 1km grid square SE 2010 Myotis daubentonii Daubenton's bat 1 4.8km NE 1963 Plecotus sp. Unspecified Long-eared bat sp. 3 3.0km SW 1984 Pipistrellus sp. Unspecified Pipistrelle sp. 4 Adjacent 1km grid square SE 2009 Plecotus auritus Noctule 3 Adjacent 1km grid square SE 2010 Nyctalus/Eptesicus Nyctalus/Eptesicus agg. 5 Adjacent 1km grid square SE 2008 Pipistrellus pygmaeus Soprano Pipistrelle 34 Adjacent 1km grid square SE 2010 Meles meles Badger N/A 5.2km NE 1968 Lepus europaeus Brown Hare 2 Same 10km grid square as site N/A 1970 Muscardinus avellanarius Dormouse N/A 5.6km NW 1998 Micromys minutus Harvest Mouse 1 Adjacent 1km grid square SE 1974 Erinaceus europaeus Hedgehog 2 Same 10km grid square as site N/A 1965 Lutra lutra Otter 1 4.3km NE 1967 Arvicola amphibius Water vole 1 4.3km NE 1968 Natrix natrix Grass snake 1 4.3km NE 1968 Anguis fragilis Slow-worm 1 4.3km NE 1968 Bufo bufo Common Toad 2 1.4km W 1983 Triturus cristatus Great Crested Newt 4 1.4km W 1983 Austropotamobius pallipes White-clawed Crayfish 6 3.1km NW 1994
APPENDIX 5
Building Descriptions
Building Description Features providing bat roosting potential Evidence of bats B1 is a three storey building None – the building is well sealed, and of a No evidence of bats constructed predominantly from design and construction that affords recorded. pre-fabricated sheet materials, negligible roosting opportunities for bats. with a large number of glass Furthermore, given the number of windows, windows. A semi-circular glass the internal space is likely well lit, and due stairwell protrudes from the to the construction materials used, any frontage, and both ends of the enclosed roof spaces would likely be building are apparently subject to rapid fluctuations in temperature. constructed from brick. Of negligible potential for roosting bats. No internal access could be gained, however the multi-levelled roof is flat, and well sealed, and B1 there is likely very little, if any, in the way of enclosed roof space above false ceilings.
A small, single storey semi- circular outbuilding extends from the rear of the building, and is utilised as an electrical sub- station. No roof is present on this structure.
B2 is a two-storey industrial None – the building is well sealed, and of a No evidence of bats warehouse style building, with the design and construction that affords recorded. lower level being constructed from negligible roosting opportunities for bats. brick, and the upper level being constructed from prefabricated Of negligible potential for roosting bats. metal sheeting.
The shallow pitched roof is also B2 constructed from pre-fabricated sheeting, and a single storey extension is present at the front of the building, featuring a slightly sloping roof constructed from pre- fabricated sheeting.
Two large metal rolling doors are Building Description Features providing bat roosting potential Evidence of bats also present along the frontage, however these were closed at time of survey.
No internal access could be gained, however the building appears well sealed, and given the construction style of the building, there is likely no enclosed loft void within.
Two small out-buildings, utilised None – although gaps are present that No evidence of bats as plant rooms, are present, could afford potential access points, both recorded. located towards the west of the out-buildings are of a design and site, between the two main construction that affords negligible roosting buildings. opportunities for bats.
Both structures were less than Of negligible potential for roosting bats. one storey high, with doors allowing ventilation at the front.
The out-building closest to building B1 featured a concrete Out- flat roof, whereas the roof on the buildings out-building closest to building B2 was slightly sloping and felted.
APPENDIX 6
Bat box specifications
APPENDIX 7
Bird box specifications