Preliminary Ecological Appraisal Intec Business Park

Client: AEW UK Site: Intec Business Park, Wade Road, Basingstoke, Hants, RG24 8NE Date: 16.12.2019

PRELIMINARY ECOLOGICAL APPRAISAL

New Build Warehouses at Intec Business Park, Wade Road, Basingstoke, Hants, RG24 8NE Client: AEW UK

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Status Name Date Draft Stephanie Bennett BSc (Hons) MCIEEM 10.12.19 Reviewed John Condron BSc (Hons) MSc MCIEEM 16.12.19 Final John Condron BSc (Hons) MSc MCIEEM 16.12.19 Cover photograph: View of plot where Intec 4 previously stood, October 2019. Citation: Bennett, S. (2019): Intec Business Park, Basingstoke, Hampshire PEA. Ecology Resources Ltd, Oakham. Ecology Resources Limited has prepared this report for the sole use of the named client or their agent(s) in accordance with our Terms and Conditions, under which our services are performed. It is expressly stated that no other warranty, expressed or implied, is made as to the professional advice included in this report or any other services provided by us. This report may not be relied upon by any other party without the prior and express written agreement of Ecology Resources Limited. The conclusions and recommendations contained in this report are based upon information provided by third parties.

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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Ecology Resources Ltd undertook a Preliminary Ecological Appraisal (PEA) at Unit 4, Intec Business Park, Wade Road, Basingstoke, Hants, RG24 8NE on 29th October 2019 and Unit 5, at Intec Business Park, Wade Road, Basingstoke, Hants, RG24 8NE on the 4th December 2019. The aim of the survey was to assess the ecological value of habitats and species present, identify any potential constraints to the proposed works and, if necessary, provide mitigation, compensation and enhancement measures.

Intec 4 Development proposals were provided at the time of survey which suggested the erection of five office units within the grounds of Intec 4 with associated car parking and access roads. The previous buildings and associated hard standing have been demolished to their site extents forming a vacant development platform. The area is fairly flat with a large pile of rubble to the east of Intec 4. Species present are common and typical of a brownfield site. Two different species of cotoneaster Cotoneaster sp are present (one large-leaved, and one small-leaved), which have the possibility of being a schedule 9 invasive species. The woodland to the east of Intec 4 (Daneshill Park Woods) is designated a Local Nature Reserve (LNR), Site of Importance for Nature Conservation (SINC) and listed as a Priority Habitat (Deciduous Woodland). The narrow tree buffer that separates Intec 4 to these designations is part of the LNR and is also recorded within the National Forest Inventory. Under the current proposals no trees are scheduled for removal, however it is understood that maintenance work may be necessary for some of the boundary trees to facilitate. Areas of grassland will be retained and enhanced.

The habitat onsite is predominantly brownfield, hardstanding, with small scattered trees and scrub. There is a tree line to the south and the east boundary, with the offsite public footpath beyond that. The trees provide good habitat for nesting birds and should this be affected during the bird nesting season (Mar-Oct) a precautionary approach should be observed to avoid nest disturbance. Three trees onsite provide bat roost potential and four adjacent offsite trees were also considered to be of bat roost potential. The adjacent woodland and tree lines will provide a foraging and commuting resource for bats present in the wider area, therefore a precautionary approach should be taken to avoid disturbance. Brownfield sites are considered important for reptile species due to their structure and hibernation potential within the rubble piles.

Therefore, the following recommendations are made:

• Undertake reptile surveys within the 2020 survey season; • If T1/T2 are scheduled for removal they should be subject to an aerial assessment by a bat-licensed ecologist; • If any trees within 10m of T3/T4/T5 are to be removed they should be subject to activity surveys within the 2020 survey season as have moderate bat roost potential and this could affect bat flight lines; • If T7 is to be removed it should be done under precautionary measures such as sectional felling; • Retain tree line buffer to woodland and public footpath; • Buffer of semi-natural habitat to be retained and enhanced to ensure connectivity; • To the south corner of the site, car parking spaces 90, 91, 84 are located within the RPA of Lime T1 and two English Oak either side of T6. The formation of the car parking spaces would likely require excavation given that the area adjacent to Lime is at a raised level to the existing site. The location of the spaces would not accord with the SPD or BS5837 and therefore the spaces should therefore be omitted; • Similarly, the parking spaces to the south corner are located within existing soft ground and therefore form an encroachment within the existing amenity area. 1

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Intec 5 Development proposals were provided at the time of survey which suggested the erection of two office units within the grounds of Intec 5 with associated car parking and access roads. The previous buildings and associated hard standing have been demolished to their site extents forming a vacant development platform. One electrical sub- station remains in the centre of the site. The area is fairly flat with scattered small piles of rubble and two large piles. Species present are common and typical of a brownfield site. Two different species of cotoneaster Cotoneaster sp are present (one large-leaved, and one small-leaved), which have the possibility of being a schedule 9 invasive species. There are trees to the west, north and south of the building footprint. The northern line trees are scheduled for removal under current proposals, which includes a mature English oak with negligible bat roost potential.

The habitat onsite is predominantly brownfield, with trees and scrub. The trees provide good habitat for nesting birds and should this be affected during the bird nesting season (Mar-Oct) a precautionary approach should be observed to avoid nest disturbance. Two trees onsite provide bat roost potential and would need aerial assessment if they were to be affected by proposals. The sub-station has potential for roosting bats as well as other wildlife and should be subject to internal assessment. Brownfield sites are considered important for reptile species due to their structure and hibernation potential within the rubble piles.

Therefore, the following recommendations are made:

• Undertake reptile surveys within the 2020 survey season; • If T8/T9 are scheduled for removal they should be subject to an aerial assessment by a bat-licensed ecologist; • Internal assessment of the power sub-station room; • Retain tree line buffer where possible; • Buffer of semi-natural habitat to be retained and enhanced to ensure connectivity.

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CONTENTS EXECUTIVE SUMMARY ...... 1 1.0 INTRODUCTION ...... 5 Site Context ...... 5 2.0 METHODOLOGIES ...... 7 Overview ...... 7 Desk Study ...... 7 Field Survey ...... 7 Habitats ...... 7 Species ...... 8 3.0 Results ...... 12 DESK STUDY ...... 12 Statutory Designated Sites ...... 12 Non-Statutory Designated Sites ...... 12 European Protected Species Mitigation Licences (EPSML) ...... 13 FIELD SURVEY ...... 13 Habitats and Flora ...... 13 Protected Species ...... 14 4.0 DISCUSSION & RECOMMENDATIONS ...... 16 Proposals ...... 16 Statutory Designated Sites ...... 16 Non-Statutory Designations ...... 17 Invasive Species ...... 18 Protected Species ...... 18 Great crested newts ...... 19 Reptiles ...... 20 Birds ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..21 Hedgehog ...... 21 5.0 FURTHER MITIGATION AND HABITAT ENHANCEMENTS ...... 23

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Images Image 1: Site location in wider landscape context Image 2: Site boundary line Image 3: Location of Daneshill Park Woods LNR and non-statutory designations

Figures Figure 1: Consultation Data Protected Species Plan Figure 2: Phase 1 Habitat Plan

Appendices Appendix A: Desk study data Appendix B: Botanical species list Appendix C: Photographs

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1.0 INTRODUCTION This Preliminary Ecological Appraisal (PEA) has been prepared by Ecology Resources Ltd; commissioned by AEW UK. It provides details of an extended Phase 1 Habitat and Preliminary Protected Species survey undertaken in October 2019 at land within Unit 4, Intec Business Park, Wade Road, Basingstoke, Hants, RG24 8NE and Unit 5, at Intec Business Park, Wade Road, Basingstoke, Hants, RG24 8NE on the 4th December 2019.

The objective of the survey was to determine habitats and species present within the site and to assess their ecological value and any potential constraints or opportunities these might represent in terms of the proposed works. In addition, the appraisal process will consider potential measures to mitigate any ecological effects and, where mitigation is not possible, potential compensation measures to offset loss of habitats and subsequent effects upon species utilising those habitats.

SITE CONTEXT The survey site is centered on grid reference SU 65476 53800, Hampshire. The site lies within a large business park situated off Wade Road. Daneshill Park Woods exists to the east of the site boundary (including the onsite tree line), and residential housing beyond this. A railway line runs vertically to the west, as well as the A33 and A339. Basingstoke centre is situated to the south west. See (Image 1) taken from google maps on the 27/11/19.

Intec 4 Intec 5

Image 1: Site location in wider landscape context

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Intec 4 Intec 5

Image 2: Site boundary line

The site area of approximately 2ha comprised hardstanding, amenity grassland, trees and scrub.

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2.0 METHODOLOGIES OVERVIEW This appraisal process has largely followed that recommended by the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM)1. In summary, the key parts of that process have been:

• Gathering baseline ecological information via a desk study and field survey; • Evaluation of the baseline information; and • Discussion of the results and subsequent recommendations.

DESK STUDY Existing local ecological information was requested from the Greater Lincolnshire Records Centre. The following resources were also interrogated for additional information and context:

• Multi Agency Geographic Information for the Countryside (MAGIC) website2; • Colour 1:25,000 Ordnance Survey base maps; and • Aerial imagery from via Google Earth.

The geographical extent of the search area for biodiversity information was related to the significance of sites and species, and potential zones of influence which might arise from the development of the site. For this site, the following scales of search were considered appropriate:

• 10km around the site boundary for sites of International Importance (e.g. Special Area of Conservation (SAC), Special Protection Area (SPA) and Ramsar site); • 5km around the site boundary for sites of National or Regional Importance (e.g. Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI)); • 2km around the site boundary for Local Nature Reserves (LNR), and non-statutory designated sites of County Importance; and • 2km around the site for notable species records (e.g. species protected by legislation, ‘species of principal importance’ and other notable species).

FIELD SURVEY

Habitats Survey methods followed the extended Phase 1 Survey technique as recommended by Natural England3. This involved a systematic walkover of the site by an ecologist on 19th August 2019 to classify the broad habitat types

1 1 CIEEM. (2013). Guidelines for Preliminary Ecological Appraisal. Winchester: CIEEM. https://www.cieem.net/data/files/Publications/Guidelines_for_Preliminary_Ecological_Appraisal_Jan2018_1.pdf [All websites cited in this report were accessed in Sept 2019] 2 http://magic.defra.gov.uk 3 JNCC. (2010). Handbook for Phase 1 habitat survey – a technique for environmental audit. Peterborough: JNCC. 7

Intec Business Park, Wade Road, Basingstoke, PEA forming the site and identify any ‘Habitats of Principal Importance’ (HPI) for the conservation of biodiversity as listed within Section 41 (S41) of the Natural Environment and Rural Communities (NERC) Act (2006)4.

Species During the survey visual identification, or observations of signs indicating the presence of any species protected under the following list of Acts and Regulations, were noted:

• Part 1 of the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 (as amended)5; • Protection of Badgers Act 19926; • Conservation of Habitats and Species Regulations 2010 (as amended)7; • (NERC) Act (2006) S41 species of principal importance for the conservation of biodiversity; and, • Local BAP or Red Data Book (RDB) species.

Badger The survey area was assessed by an experienced ecologist during the initial survey visit to determine the presence/absence of setts, latrines, pathways and other evidence of badger activity within the site.

The standard methodology as recommended by Harris, Creswell and Jefferies (1989) was followed to complete a thorough search for evidence which would indicate the presence of badgers both on the site and locally. Evidence of badger occupation and activity sought included:

• Setts: including earth mounds, evidence of bedding and runways between setts; • Latrines: often located close to setts, at territory boundaries or adjacent to favoured feeding areas; • Prints and paths or trackways; and, • Hairs caught on rough wood or fencing. Bats

Tree assessment Any semi-mature and mature trees within the site were assessed for their potential to support roosting bats. Tree assessments were undertaken from ground level, with the aid of a torch and binoculars where required. Suitable bat roost site features were sought, including:

• Trunk cavity - Large hole in trunk caused by rot or injury; • Branch cavity - Large hole in branch caused by rot or injury; • Trunk split - Large split / fissure in trunk caused by rot or injury; • Branch spilt - Large split / fissure in branch caused by rot or injury; • Branch socket cavity - Where a branch has fallen from the tree and resulted in formation of an access point into a cavity;

4 The Natural Environment and Rural Communities Act 2006: HMSO http://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2006/16/contents 5 The Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 (as amended). London: HMSO http://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1981/69 6 The Protection of Badgers Act 1992 (as amended). London: HMSO: http://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1992/51/contents 7 The Conservation of Habitats and Species Regulations 2010 – Statutory Instrument 2010 No.490. London: HMSO: http://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2010/490/introduction/made 8

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• Woodpecker hole - Hole created by nesting birds suitable for use by roosting bats; • Lifted bark - Areas of bark which has rotted / lifted to form suitable access point/roost site for bats; • Hollow trunk - Decay in heartwood leading to internal cavity in trunk; and, • Hazard beam failure- Where a section of the tree stem/branch has failed causing collapse and leading to longitudinal fractures / splits / cracks along its length. Where features suitable to be used as a roost site were identified, bat roosting evidence was sought comprising live or dead bats, droppings, urine staining, and grease /scratch marks on wood. Trees were classified into general bat roost potential groups based upon the presence of these features. Table 1 (below) broadly classifies the potential categories as accurately as possible as well as discussing the relevance of the features. This table is based upon Table 4.1 and Chapter 6 in Bat Surveys for Professional Ecologists: Good Practice Guidelines8. Although the British Standard 8596:2015 document9 groups trees with moderate and high potential, these have been separated below (as per Table 4.1 in The Bat Conversation Trust Guidelines) to allow more specific survey criteria to be applied.

Table 1: Classification and Survey Requirements for Bats in Trees Classification Description of Category and Likely Further Survey work / Actions of Tree Associated Features (based on Potential Roosting Features listed above) Confirmed Evidence of roosting bats in the form A Natural England derogation license application will Roost of live / dead bats, droppings, urine be required if the tree or roost site is affected by the staining, mammalian fur oil staining, development or proposed arboricultural works. This etc. will require a combination of aerial assessment by roped access bat workers (where possible, health and safety constraints allowing) and nocturnal survey during appropriate periods (e.g. nocturnal survey - May to August) to inform on the license.

Works to tree undertaken under supervision in accordance with the approved good practice method statement provided within the licence.

However, where confirmed roost site(s) are not affected by works, work under a precautionary good practice method statement may be possible. High A tree with one or more Potential Aerial assessment by roped access bat workers (if Potential Roosting Features that are obviously appropriate) and / or nocturnal survey during suitable for larger numbers of bats on appropriate period (May to August). Following a more regular basis and potentially

8 Collins, J. (ed.) (2016) Bat Surveys for Professional Ecologists: Good Practice Guidelines (3rd edn). The Bat Conservation Trust, London. ISBN-13 978-1-872745- 96-1 9 British Standard 8596:2015 Surveying for Bats in Trees and Woodland, Oct 2015 https://www.bats.org.uk/news/2015/04/the-british-standard-for-surveying- bats-in-trees-and-woodlands 9

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for longer periods of time due to their additional assessments, tree may be upgraded or size, shelter protection, conditions downgraded based on findings. (height above ground level, light levels, etc) and surrounding habitat. If roost sites are confirmed and the tree or roost is to Examples include (but are not limited be affected by proposals a licence from Natural to); woodpecker holes, larger cavities, England will be required. hollow trunks, hazard beams, etc. After completion of survey work (and the presence of a bat roost is discounted), a precautionary working method statement may still be appropriate. Moderate A tree with Potential Roosting A combination of aerial assessment by roped access Potential Features which could support one or bat workers and / or nocturnal survey during more potential roost sites due to their appropriate period (May to August). size, shelter protection, conditions (height above ground level, light Following additional assessments, tree may be levels, etc) and surrounding habitat upgraded or downgraded based on findings. but unlikely to support a roost of high conservation status (i.e. larger roost, After completion of survey work (and the presence irrespective of wider conservation of a bat roost is discounted), a precautionary working status). Examples include (but are not method statement may still be appropriate. limited to); woodpecker holes, rot cavities, branch socket cavities, etc. If a roost site/s is confirmed a licence from Natural England will be required. Low Potential A tree of sufficient size and age to No further survey required but a precautionary contain Potential Roosting Features working method statement may be appropriate. but with none seen from ground or features seen only very limited potential. Examples include (but are not limited to); loose/lifted bark, shallow splits exposed to elements or upward facing holes. Negligible/ Negligible/no habitat features likely to None. No potential be used by roosting bats

Foraging and commuting habitat assessment The potential for the site and immediate surrounds to support feeding and commuting bats was also assessed, with particular regard given to the presence of any continuous tree-lines and hedges potentially providing good connectivity in the landscape, and the presence of varied habitat such as scrub, woodland, grassland and open water near known bat roost sites (identified through the consultation process and from field survey).

Great crested newt Triturus cristatus

Waterbodies Aerial images and OS maps of the site and its surrounding area were reviewed, and all waterbodies located within a 500m buffer surrounding the site were identified.

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Terrestrial Habitat An assessment of the suitability of the terrestrial habitats to support great crested newts was completed within the subject site. Suitable terrestrial habitat includes areas that could be used for shelter, such as scrub and rank vegetation, and areas that could be used for hibernation, such as rubble piles, tussock grassland and compost heaps.

Reptiles A habitat suitability assessment for reptiles was made, based upon standard methodologies10,11. Suitable habitats include areas of shelter (e.g. scrub, woodpiles, well-developed varied structure grassland) and basking areas (e.g. open areas next to vegetation, rocks, wood piles).

Other Any sightings, evidence of or suitable habitats for other protected fauna, local BAP or otherwise notable species including water vole Arvicola amphibius, Otter Lutra lutra and breeding birds were recorded during the site visit.

10 Herpetofauna Workers Manual (Gent and Gibson, 1998) 11 Froglife Advice Sheet 10 – Reptile Survey (Froglife 1999) 11

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3.0 RESULTS DESK STUDY

Statutory Designated Sites

International There are no statutory sites of international importance within 10km of the site boundary.

National There are five Local Nature Reserves (LNR) and one Sites of Specific Scientific Interest within 5km of the site boundary [Appendix A]. The nearest designated sites are:

• Daneshill Park Woods LNR – within site boundary • The Mill Field LNR – 765m south east • Chineham Woods LNR – 940m north east

Non-Statutory Designated Sites To the east of Intec 4, the woodland is designated a Site of Importance for Nature Conservation and listed as a Priority Habitat (Deciduous Woodland).

Image 3: Location of Daneshill Park Woods LNR and non-statutory designations

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The Hampshire County Council website describes SINCs as follows; “Some of the most important wildlife sites in the county are protected as Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSIs). But there are many other important wildlife sites which also contribute to the ecological network in Hampshire. To safeguard these sites, they are designated as Sites of Importance for Nature Conservation (SINCs). SINCs are also known nationally as Local Wildlife Sites. They represent a legacy of good management and rely upon continued stewardship by landowners. Designating a SINC raises awareness of its importance for wildlife particularly with regard to planning and land management decision making”.

European Protected Species Mitigation Licences (EPSML) Six EPSML applications were found on the magic website within 2km of the site. Only one of these is within 1km of the site boundary - 750m north west. The application was granted for common pipistrelle Pipistrellus pipistrellus. The licence was granted in 2010 and expired in 2012. A full list can be found in Appendix A.

FIELD SURVEY

Habitats and Flora The habitats described in the following text are shown on Figure 2 and the species lists are provided at Appendix B.

Brownfield The site comprised of brownfield land on Intec 4 approximately 0.6ha in size and 0.37ha on Intec 5 which previously stood office buildings. These were demolished in 2015. Flora is sparse with frequent butterfly bush Buddleia davidii, as well as scattered common nettle Urtica dioica, bramble Rubus fruticosus agg. ground-ivy Glechoma hederacea and rosebay willowherb Chamaenerion angustifolium. There are piles of rubble of varying sizes present. Please see Figure 2, target notes (TN) 1-4.

Scrub and Schedule 9 Species Bramble and two species of cotoneaster are frequently scattered throughout the site. Large areas of both cotoneaster are present along the north border of Intec 4, within the hoarding.

Amenity Grassland There is short mown amenity grassland present along the public pathway to the south of the site. Species diversity is low; red fescue Festuca rubra and perennial ryegrass Lolium perenne being the main species present. There are scattered semi-mature and mature trees present (Figure 2. TN 5).

Treeline There is a tree line within the site boundary running alongside the public pathway and protected woodland to the south and east of the site. Tree species present include English oak Quercus robur, field maple Acer campestre, ash Fraxinus excelsior, goat willow Salix caprea and lime Tilia platyphyllos. There are single cherry Prunus sp trees also present along the access roads. Ground flora beneath these tree lines is limited and the majority is bare, with common species such as nettle, cocksfoot Dactylis glomerata and false oat-grass Arrhenatherum elatius.

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A single storey electrical power station exists on Intec 5. It appears to be brick and concrete construction with wooden slatted windows and doors. There are missing bricks at the top of the west facing wall.

Car park There is active car parking and associated access roads present to the west and north of the brownfield footprint.

Protected Species

Great crested newt No evidence of GCN was observed on site and there are no records within 1km of the site boundary.

Waterbodies There were no ponds or similar habitat suitable to support breeding GCN present within the application site boundary. Examination of the 1:25000 OS map and aerial imagery along with on the ground inspection confirmed one waterbody within 500m of the site boundary. Pond 1 is located approximately 200m west, beyond Wade Road and within a tree pocket. It is, however, considered that the road and situation of the development within the business park, constitutes a significant barrier to dispersal should GCN be present in pond P1. The pond is further discounted due to the lack of suitable GCN habitat onsite.

Terrestrial habitat On-site habitats provided some suitability to support GCN during their terrestrial phase within the rubble, however due to limited potential breeding habitat within 500m, coupled with the presence of barriers to dispersal the site is unlikely to support the species during its terrestrial phase or provide a corridor of movement to aquatic habitats in the wider environment.

Bats There are 13 records of bats within 1km of the site boundary. The nearest records exist within the business park itself: Whiskered bat Myotis mystacinus in 2003 at approximately 85m north of Intec 4 and brown long eared Plecotus auritus in 2006 at approximately 75m south Intec 5. There is no data available as to whether these were roosts or bat passes. No evidence of bats was recorded on site. Within Intec 4, three trees onsite (T1, 2 & 7) are considered to have bat roost potential, and a further four trees adjacent to site (T3, 4, 5 & 6). Within Intec 5, two onsite trees (T8 & 9) are considered to have bat roost potential. • T1 – Large mature large-leaved lime beyond hoarding with knotholes on branch at approximately 3m and 4m. Moderate potential. • T2 – English oak beyond hoarding with woodpecker hole on branch at approximately 3m. Moderate potential. • T3 – Offsite mature English oak beyond public footpath with thick ivy cladding. Moderate potential. • T4 - Offsite mature English oak beyond public footpath with thick ivy cladding. Moderate potential. • T5 - Offsite mature English oak beyond public footpath with thick ivy cladding. Moderate potential.

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• T6 - Offsite dead, small English oak with thick ivy cladding. Low potential. • T7 – Dead false acacia Robinia pseudoacacia with loose bark. Low potential. • T8 – Veteran English oak of very large size and moderate ivy coverage. Moderate potential. • T9 – Ash tree with rotten limb and hole, east facing 8m high. Moderate potential.

One building, within Intec 5, was also considered to have moderate potential for roosting bats due to several access points present. It was not possible to assess the inside of the sub-station at the time of survey due to it being locked because of live wires.

Habitat assessment The strips of nearby woodland and tree lines provide foraging and commuting habitats for bat population known to be in the wider area.

Badger There are no records of badger within 1km of the site boundary. No setts or signs of the presence of badger were recorded within the site, or within 30m, during the survey. The nearby woodlands may have the potential to house badgers; however, no habitats exist on site that would provide opportunities to a local badger population.

Reptiles There are 7 records of reptiles within 1km of the site boundary. The nearest record is 820m east - Grass snake Natrix natrix in 2016. The records of common lizard Zootoca vivipara, grass snake and slow worm Anguis fragilis exist within SINCs Basing Fen & Wood, Little Basing Fields and River Loddon & Lower Mill Fen.

No evidence of reptile species was identified while on site, however the ARC Trust advises that brownfield sites can be very important for reptiles due to the disturbed ground and uneven structures providing ideal habitat conditions. The rubble piles present provide hibernation potential.

Water vole and otter No evidence of water vole or otter was found on site during the survey. There are no watercourses on site that would support or provide commuting routes for either species.

Birds The surrounding hedgerows and trees provided some nesting habitat for a range of bird species. No nesting behaviour was observed at the time of the survey.

European Hedgehog Erinaceus europaeus Six records of hedgehog exist within 1km of the site boundary. Hedgehogs may be present within the woodland and will potentially utilize the large piles of rubble on site for shelter.

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4.0 DISCUSSION & RECOMMENDATIONS PROPOSALS • Construction of five business units on Intec 4 and one business unit on Intec 5 • Construction to be focused on existing brownfield • Alterations and expansion to existing car parking • Disconnection and relocation of the SSE electrical sub-station on the Intec 5 site • One tree to be removed on Intec 5. • Canopy work to be undertaken to boundary trees to allow access for tracked HGVs. • There will be limited clearance of wooded vegetation within the brownfield habitat and opportunities will be sought to enhance these with additional planting to improve the site for wildlife and provide improved screening from road infrastructure.

STATUTORY DESIGNATED SITES There are no statutory sites of international importance within 10km of the site boundary.

There are five Local Nature Reserves (LNR) and one Sites of Specific Scientific Interest within 5km of the site boundary. The nearest designated site, Daneshill Park Woods LNR, is included within the site boundary but outside of the development footprint. Proposals include the construction of units as well as car parking and access roads within the areas of brownfield on site, as well as alterations to the current car parking, but this will not encroach onto the woodland or current greenspace.

It is anticipated that small scale tree work may be necessary to facilitate access by high sided tracked HGV’s, and this will be properly evaluated by an experienced arboriculturist to ensure there will be no negative impact on the affected trees.

The Landscape, Biodiversity and Trees SPD by ©Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council November 2018 states:

“A minimum buffer of 20 metres should be provided between the edge of the woodland/tree belt and the development. Where a minimum buffer is proposed, information will be required to demonstrate that this will be adequate to prevent any adverse impact upon the woodland or tree belt feature.”

The proposed development is an equal substitution for what previously existed. In fact, the former buildings were sited closer to the tree line than what has been currently proposed. Biodiversity on site is low, with common and widespread species present, and large areas of bare disturbed ground. There was no definitive buffer present to the woodland; no fencing, shrub or hedgerow borders, or wildflower planting. The development proposals provide the opportunity to increase the overall site biodiversity, and provide a more effective, better utilized green buffer to the business park than is there currently.

It is anticipated therefore that, through effective greenspace planting, these proposals are unlikely to affect the integrity of the LNR either directly during the construction phase or indirectly as a result of increased footfall upon completion.

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NON-STATUTORY DESIGNATIONS Non-statutory designated sites do not receive statutory protection. These sites do however receive policy protection (as “Local Sites”), as reflected in the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF). NPPF suggests that Local Sites can have a fundamental role to play in meeting overall national biodiversity targets and that appropriate weight should be attached to designated sites when making planning decisions.

There are no non-statutory designated sites present within the site. There are numerous non-statutory sites located within 1km of the survey site comprising SLINCs, RVEIs (Road Verges of Ecological Importance) and Ancient Woodland. The nearest to the site boundary is Daneshill Park Woods SINC which runs adjacent the eastern site boundary of Intec 4, just beyond the tree line and public footpath.

The proposed development is an equal substitution for what previously existed. As such it is anticipated that, through effective greenspace planting, these proposals are unlikely to affect any of the LWS’s in the area, either directly during the construction phase or indirectly as a result of increased footfall upon completion.

HABITATS AND FLORA The degree to which habitats and species receive consideration within the planning system relies on several mechanisms, including:

• Inclusion within a specific policy, for example veteran trees, ancient woodland and linear habitats within the NPPF or local planning policies; • Identification as a Habitat of Principal Importance (HPI) for biodiversity under the NERC Act 2006 and consequently identification as a Priority Habitat within the local Biodiversity Action Plan (LBAP) and a Priority Habitat for England under Biodiversity 2020. Under the NPPF opportunities to incorporate biodiversity improvements in and around developments should be encouraged.

The habitats present on site, that are to be affected by the development, are not of local or national importance for their conservation. This coupled with the client’s proposal to enhance the site for biodiversity means habitats do not present a constraint to development.

Grassland The site consisted predominantly of a small strip of amenity grassland habitat between the current car parking and public footpath. The grassland was short mown with low floristic diversity.

Grassland will not be lost to the development. It has been recommended that areas of the grassland will be retained and enhanced, especially around tree bases. It is also recommended that ground below the tree line to the east of Intec 4 is enriched through wildflower seeding and native shrub planting which will provide a buffer of semi-natural habitat ensuring connectivity is maintained and improved.

Hedgerows There are no hedgerows present within the site boundary, however opportunity exists to enhance the biodiversity and connectivity through the site with native species hedgerow planting. Low-lying hedges could be incorporated into the car park designs, replacing cotoneaster with wildlife-friendly species such as lavender Lavandula angustifolia,

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Suitable small tree species for inclusion in planting schemes include field maple Acer campestre, silver birch Betula pendula, wild cherry Prunus avium, bird cherry Prunus padus, holly Ilex aquifolium, crab apple Malus sylvestris and rowan Sorbus aucuparia. Other shrub species suitable for inclusion within the soft landscaping design include hawthorn Craetagus monogyna, hazel Corylus avellana, blackthorn Prunus spinosa, dog-rose Rosa canina, honeysuckle Lonicera periclymenum and wild privet Ligustrum vulgare.

Invasive Species Cotoneaster has been recorded on site. Numerous cotoneaster species, including wall cotoneaster, are listed as a Schedule 9 species under the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981. It is an offence to plant or allow to spread onto adjacent land and into the wild. Due to the frequent hybridisation of cotoneaster species, its presence within a site should be treated as the presence of a potential Schedule 9 species12, which would require specialist removal by an appropriate company using methods such as herbicide application and excavation12. It is present in various areas throughout the site and it is currently unknown whether plans are to remove it. If any is to remain then it is recommended that trimmings should be cut and left on site.

Protected Species Principal pieces of legislation protecting wild species are Part 1 of the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 (as amended) (WCA) and the Conservation of Habitats and Species Regulations 2010. Some species, for example badgers, also have their own protective legislation (Protection of Badger Act 1992). The impact that this legislation has on the Planning system is outlined in ODPM 06/2005 Government Circular: Biodiversity and Geological Conservation - Statutory Obligations and their Impact within the Planning System.

This guidance states that as the presence of protected species is a material consideration in any planning decision, it is essential that the presence or otherwise of protected species, and the extent to which they are affected by proposals is established prior to planning permission being granted. Furthermore, where protected species are present, and proposals may result in harm to the species or its habitat, steps should be taken to ensure the long-term protection of the species.

In addition to protected species, there are those that are otherwise of conservation merit, such as species of principal importance for the purpose of conserving biodiversity under the Natural Environment and Rural Communities (NERC) Act 2006. These are recognised in the NPPF, which advises that when determining planning applications, LPA's should aim to conserve and enhance biodiversity by applying a set of principles including:

• If significant harm resulting from a development cannot be avoided………, adequately mitigated, or, as a last resort, compensated for, then planning permission should be refused;

12 Property Care Association (2018) Practical management of invasive Non-Native Weeds in Britain and Ireland 18

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• Development proposals where the primary objective is to conserve or enhance biodiversity should be encouraged.

The implications for the proposed development that various species identified from the desk study and field survey, or those that are otherwise thought reasonably likely to occur, are outlined below:

Great crested newts The site offers no breeding habitat for this species. On-site habitats do however provide rest and shelter opportunities for the species during their terrestrial phase. There is one pond within 1km of the site boundary (200m west) and this has been discounted based on the presence of barriers to dispersal and overall distance of traversable habitat between the pond and the development site. It was not possible to conduct an HSI on pond P1 and although a partial barrier to dispersal is present in the form of Wade Road, the pond does lie within the typical 500m assessment zone from the site boundary.

However, Natural England research has found that: “…although a maximum routine migratory range has been estimated as approximately 250m from a breeding pond (Franklin, 1993; Oldham and Nicholson 1986; Jehle (2000). Jehle (2000) determined a terrestrial zone of 63m, within which 95% of summer refuges were located. In addition, following the breeding season, Jehle and Arntzen, 2000 recorded 64% of newts within 20m of the pond edge.” Consequently, as the terrestrial habitats present within the site are over 100m from P1 it is highly unlikely that the site would provide a significant proportion of the terrestrial habitat should a population of GCN be present in P1.

Bats All UK species of bats are listed on the Conservation of Habitats and Species Regulations 2010 (as amended) making it illegal to deliberately disturb any such animal or damage/destroy a breeding site or roosting place of any such animal. Bats are also afforded full legal protection under Schedule 5 of the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 (as amended). Under this legislation it is illegal to recklessly or intentionally kill, injure or take a species of bat or recklessly or intentionally damage or obstruct access to or destroy any place of shelter or protection or disturb any animal whilst they are occupying such a place of shelter or protection. Some bat species, including brown long-eared, are species of principal importance as listed in Section 41 of the NERC Act 2006.

Intec 4 Trees T1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 have been assessed as moderate potential. If T1 or 2 is scheduled for maintenance works or removal they should be subject to an aerial assessment by a suitably qualified ecologist.

T3, T4, and T5 are adjacent to the site boundary. If any trees within 10m of these are to be removed they should be subject to activity surveys within the 2020 survey season as they cannot be climbed due to heavy ivy cladding, and this could affect flight lines.

T7 and T6 have been assessed to be of low potential. T6 is offsite and unaffected by current proposals. If T7 is to be removed it should be done under precautionary measures such as sectional felling. Retain tree line buffer to woodland and public footpath

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Trees T8 and 9 have been assessed as moderate potential. If they are scheduled for maintenance works or removal, they should be subject to an aerial assessment by a suitably licensed ecologist.

The electrical sub-station was also assessed as moderate potential and should be subject to an internal assessment as there are numerous potential access points into the building.

Due care must be taken to rule out any negative effects to the surrounding bat foraging and commuting habitat. The lighting scheme should be designed regarding good practice guidance, as set out in the document Institution of Lighting Professionals Guidance Note 8 Bats and Artificial Lighting13. Therefore, the lighting scheme should include the following where relevant:

• The avoidance of direct lighting of existing trees, hedgerows or proposed areas of habitat creation/landscape planting; • The implementation of ‘hop-overs’ adjacent to any tree/ hedgerow habitat gaps greater than 7m wide will allow continued echolocation across the break thereby allowing continued usage of the linear feature as a foraging/commuting area. It will also reduce the potential for road traffic accidents to bats (and for birds); • Use of low-pressure sodium or high-pressure sodium instead of mercury or metal halide lamps; • Directional lighting and avoidance of light spillage; • Lighting columns to be as short as possible, although in some locations taller columns would allow reduced horizontal spill; and • Lighting levels to be as low as guidelines permit and only used where required for public safety.

Where feasible within the proposed development design, consideration should be given to providing additional enhancements for the local bat population including the installation of bat boxes on buildings or retained mature trees. The provision of such enhancements would be in accordance with local and national planning policy.

Badgers Badgers are protected under Appendix 3 of the Bern Convention (1979), the Protection of Badgers Act (1992), and Schedule 6 of the Wildlife & Countryside Act (1981).

No evidence of badger activity was recorded on site or within 30m of the site. Badgers do not currently present a constraint to development.

Reptiles Although the nearest reptile records are >800m from the site boundary (within the SINC designated sites to the south east), the habitats of Intec 4 and 5 have good potential for reptiles. It has been noted that brownfield sites can be particularly important for reptile species as there are opportunities for basking and foraging because of disturbed ground, as well as shelter and hibernation refuge within the rubble piles. The existence of Daneshill Park Woods LNR and SINC provides further potential reptile habitat and foraging, and this also provides connectivity to greenspace in

13 https://www.theilp.org.uk/documents/guidance-note-8-bats-and-artificial-lighting/

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A reptile survey of the whole site should be carried out prior to development. Reptile surveys can be carried out between April and September (April, May and September being the optimal survey months). Standard survey methodology involves installing artificial refugia (0.5 m squares of roofing felt) throughout the habitat, which are used by basking reptiles if they are present. Seven checks of the refugia are carried out to confirm presence or absence.

If reptiles are present, mitigation will involve protecting individuals from harm during the development. Depending on the size of population present and area of habitat loss, this may require catching and translocating reptiles to a suitable receptor site prior to groundworks and/or destructive searches during groundworks.

Birds All wild birds in the UK are protected under the Wildlife and Countryside Act WCA 1981 (as amended). The loss of any scrub habitat may result in a reduction of nesting and foraging habitat for a number of bird species using the site including dunnock, an Amber-listed species of medium conservation concern.

Any vegetation removal should occur between October and February to avoid the main bird breeding season (Mar to Sep inclusive) and thus minimise the risk of disturbance to breeding birds. If this is not possible, vegetation should be checked prior to removal by a suitably experienced ecologist to confirm the absence of active nests. If active nests are found, vegetation should be left undisturbed and suitably buffered from works until all birds have fledged. Specific advice should be sought prior to undertaking the clearance.

Water vole and otter No evidence of water vole or otter was found on site during the survey. There are no watercourses on site that would support or provide commuting routes for either species. Habitats on site are unsuitable for foraging or shelter. Water vole and otter are not considered a constraint to the development.

Hedgehog Hedgehogs are protected in England under Schedule 6 of the Wildlife and Countryside Act (1981) and are also listed under Section 41 of the Natural Environment and Rural Communities (NERC) Act (2006). This lists English species that were formerly identified as requiring action under the UK Biodiversity Action Plans and which continue to be regarded as conservation priorities under the current UK Post2010 Biodiversity Framework.

Hedgehog may be present in the adjacent woodland and foraging opportunities exist within the grassland areas. Rubble piles offer potential shelter and hibernation.

Precautions should be in place to avoid accidental killing/injury of this species, and measures should be incorporated into the development to maintain/enhance the value of the site:

• Contractors made aware of the potential presence of hedgehogs;

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• Rubble piles clearance to be carried out slowly and methodically; • Should any hedgehogs be discovered onsite, they should be picked up (with a gloved hand) and relocated offsite, away from the working areas. They should be placed under a hedgerow/vegetation; • If any hibernating hedgehogs are discovered during the works, they must be recovered with vegetation and works must temporarily cease in that area. Site contractors should contact an ecologist, who will visit site to ensure that suitable replacement refugia (e.g. leaf litter pile or accumulation of material most resembling what the hedgehog has been found in) can be constructed in an undisturbed part of the site that will remain unaffected for the rest of the winter, likely beneath one of the hedgerows. The ecologist, wearing suitable thick gloves, will then carefully translocate the hedgehog to the hibernacula. If there is any doubt over translocating the hedgehog to a different part of the site, or if the hedgehog appears to be harmed or underweight, the ecologist will take the hedgehog into care and will contact the local wildlife hospital for advice. • During construction works, any excavations left open overnight should be installed with a mammal ladder (piece of wood) to allow any hedgehogs (or other mammals including badger) an ease of escape; • As the site’s redevelopment may result in the loss of shelter opportunities for this species, and as any new properties and gardens will fragment the site, inhibiting easy mammal dispersal, it is recommended that in accordance with the Hedgehog Street Scheme (http://www.hedgehogstreet.org), the new fence lines are constructed containing a small hole within the base to allow continued movement. The gap needs to be 13x13cm or 5 inches square and so will be too small for most pets. Alternatively, a pre-made hedgehog friendly gravel board can be installed at the base of the fences14. This will not only maintain any value of the site for hedgehogs but will also enhance the site.

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5.0 FURTHER MITIGATION AND HABITAT ENHANCEMENTS All of the retained habitats should be suitably protected during the proposed works i.e. working methods should adhere to standard best practice guidance. This should include BS5837 Trees in Relation to Construction – Recommendations: 2005 for trees and hedges.

Enhancement and sympathetic management of retained boundary features, particularly where adjacent to woodland habitats could provide some structural variation and a high diversity of plants suitable to support an array of invertebrate species at various stages of their development. This may include bare ground to patchy scrub, including short open turf, tall grass and tussocks, flowering plants, seed heads and hedgerow bases.

It may be possible to incorporate bird and bat boxes into the design, particularly close to potential roosts and foraging areas.

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Figure 1. Consultation Data Protected Species Plan Intec Business Park, Wade Road, Basingstoke, PEA

Figure 2. Phase 1 Habitat Plan

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APPENDIX A: DESK STUDY DATA Location of statutory and non-statutory sites

Statutory Designated Sites within 5km buffer of site boundary

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Statutory Designated Sites within 5km buffer of the site boundary Local Nature Reserves (England) Reference 1009881 Name CHINEHAM WOODS Hectares 9.17 Hyperlink https://designatedsites.naturalengland.org.uk/SiteLNRDetail.aspx?SiteCode=L1009881 Reference 1009883 Name DANESHILL PARK WOODS Hectares 4.43 Hyperlink https://designatedsites.naturalengland.org.uk/SiteLNRDetail.aspx?SiteCode=L1009883 Reference 1134135 Name POPLEY PONDS Hectares 1.44 Hyperlink https://designatedsites.naturalengland.org.uk/SiteLNRDetail.aspx?SiteCode=L1134135 Reference 1481379 Name UP NATELY Hectares 2.83 Hyperlink https://designatedsites.naturalengland.org.uk/SiteLNRDetail.aspx?SiteCode=L1481379 Reference 1134134 Name THE MILL FIELD Hectares 11.68 Hyperlink https://designatedsites.naturalengland.org.uk/SiteLNRDetail.aspx?SiteCode=L1134134 Reference 1009062

Sites of Special Scientific Interest (England) Name Mapledurwell Fen SSSI Reference 1000647 Hectares 0.42 Citation 1001308 Hyperlink http://designatedsites.naturalengland.org.uk/SiteDetail.aspx?SiteCode=s1001308

EPSL Applications with 2km and 1km buffer from site boundary

European Protected Species Applications within 2km buffer of site boundary Granted European Protected Species Applications (England) Case reference of granted application 2014-104-EPS-MIT Species group to which licence relates Other Mammal Species on the licence Dormouse Site county of licence Hampshire Licence Start Date 31/03/2014 Licence End Date 31/10/2017 Does licence impact on a breeding site Y Does licence allow damage of breeding site Y Does licence allow damage of a resting place Y Does licence allow destruction of breeding site Y Does licence allow destruction of a resting place Y Does licence impact on a hibernation site Unknown NERC agreement reference Unknown Case reference of granted application 2014-104-EPS-MIT-1 Species group to which licence relates Other Mammal Species on the licence Dormouse Site county of licence Hampshire Licence Start Date 11/11/2014 Licence End Date 31/10/2017 Does licence impact on a breeding site Y Does licence allow damage of breeding site Y Does licence allow damage of a resting place Y Does licence allow destruction of breeding site Y Does licence allow destruction of a resting place Y Does licence impact on a hibernation site Unknown NERC agreement reference Unknown Case reference of granted application Intec Business Park, Wade Road, Basingstoke, PEA

2014-104-EPS-MIT-2 Species group to which licence relates Other Mammal Species on the licence Hazel or common dormouse Site county of licence Hampshire Licence Start Date 11/03/2015 Licence End Date 31/10/2017 Does licence impact on a breeding site Y Does licence allow damage of breeding site Y Does licence allow damage of a resting place Y Does licence allow destruction of breeding site Y Does licence allow destruction of a resting place Y Does licence impact on a hibernation site Unknown NERC agreement reference Unknown Case reference of granted application 2014-5683-EPS-MIT Species group to which licence relates Other Mammal Species on the licence Dormouse Site county of licence Hampshire Licence Start Date 25/02/2014 Licence End Date 31/10/2017 Does licence impact on a breeding site Y Does licence allow damage of breeding site Y Does licence allow damage of a resting place Y Does licence allow destruction of breeding site Y Does licence allow destruction of a resting place Y Does licence impact on a hibernation site Unknown NERC agreement reference Unknown Case reference of granted application

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EPSM2009-1578 Species group to which licence relates Bat Species on the licence C-PIP Site county of licence Hampshire Licence Start Date 01/03/2010 Licence End Date 29/02/2012 Does licence impact on a breeding site N Does licence allow damage of breeding site Does licence allow damage of a resting place Does licence allow destruction of breeding site N Does licence allow destruction of a resting place Y Does licence impact on a hibernation site Unknown NERC agreement reference Unknown Case reference of granted application EPSM2010-1691 Species group to which licence relates Bat Species on the licence C-PIP;S-PIP;BLE Site county of licence Hampshire Licence Start Date 10/03/2010 Licence End Date 28/02/2012 Does licence impact on a breeding site Y Does licence allow damage of breeding site Does licence allow damage of a resting place Does licence allow destruction of breeding site Y Does licence allow destruction of a resting place Y Does licence impact on a hibernation site Unknown NERC agreement reference Unknown Case reference of granted application EPSM2013-5602 Species group to which licence relates Bat Species on the licence

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C-PIP;BLE Site county of licence Hampshire Licence Start Date 21/03/2013 Licence End Date 01/03/2015 Does licence impact on a breeding site N Does licence allow damage of breeding site Does licence allow damage of a resting place Does licence allow destruction of breeding site N Does licence allow destruction of a resting place Y Does licence impact on a hibernation site Unknown NERC agreement reference Unknown Case reference of granted application 2017-31980-EPS-MIT Species group to which licence relates Other Mammal Species on the licence Hazel or common dormouse Site county of licence Hampshire Licence Start Date 02/11/2017 Licence End Date 30/11/2023 Does licence impact on a breeding site Y Does licence allow damage of breeding site Y Does licence allow damage of a resting place Y Does licence allow destruction of breeding site Y Does licence allow destruction of a resting place Y Does licence impact on a hibernation site Unknown NERC agreement reference Unknown

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APPENDIX B: BOTANICAL SPECIES LIST

Hawthorn, Crataegus monogyna Pear, Pyrus sp Perennial ryegrass, Lolium perenne Hornbeam, Carpinus betulus Lime, Tilia platyphyllos Cocksfoot, Dactylis glomerata Cherry Plum, Prunus cerasifera Goat Willow, Salix caprea Ribwort Plantain, Plantago lanceolata Field Maple, Acer campestre False Acacia, Robinia pseudoacacia Broadleaved Dock, Rumex obtusifolius Creeping buttercup, Ranunculus repens English Oak, Quercus robur Aspen, Populus tremula Common Nettle, Urtica dioica Hazel, Corylus avellana Field Maple, Acer campestre Dandelion, Taraxacum officinalis agg. Sycamore, Acer pseudoplatanus Bramble, Rubus fruticosus agg. Common ivy, Hedera helix Cherry, Prunus sp Silver birch, Betula pendula Speedwell sp. Veronica sp. European ash, Fraxinus excelsior Butterfly bush, Buddleja davidii Rosebay willowherb, Chamaenerion Yew, Taxus baccata Dog rose, Rosa canina angustifolium Laurel, Prunus laurocerasus Cock’s-foot, Dactylis glomerata Thistle sp. Cirsium sp. False oat-grass, Arrhenatherum elatius Apple, Malus sp Cotoneaster sp. Cotoneaster sp. Red fescue, Festuca rubra Western Red Cedar, Thuja plicata

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APPENDIX C: PHOTOGRAPHS

Views of Intec 4

Large rubble pile on Intec 4

View of shrub – cotoneaster present

Car park adjacent Intec 4 and view of scattered trees on amenity grassland

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Tree line to east of Intec 4 hoarding, public footpath and Daneshill Park Woods woodland

T1 T2 T3

T4 & 5 T6 T7

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T8 T9

Views of Intec 5

Rubble pile on Intec 5

Electrical sub-station

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