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Preliminary Ecological Appraisal Prepared For: Bertroy Homes Ltd Preliminary Ecological Appraisal Land adj. Tanfield Old House Lane Harlow Essex CM19 5DN Prepared for: Bertroy Homes Ltd. February 2019 T4ecology Ltd 2, Elizabeth Way Heybridge Maldon Essex CM9 4TG Tel: 07546 946715 Email: [email protected] Web: www.t4ecology.eu Report Reference MH951 Version 1-Dated 05/02/19 Peter Harris Bsc (hons) MCIEEM This report is for the sole use of the client Bertroy Homes Ltd. No liability is accepted for conclusions/actions by any third party. All rights reserved T4 ecology Ltd 2019. Feb 2019 Page 2 of 32 1. Survey Finding and Recommendations Summary The statutory designation search undertaken as part of the desk study identified that the site is not situated within nor bounding any statutory designated locations. It is not considered that the proposal would have any adverse impact upon statutory and non-statutory designated locations. In summary, the site comprises a small parcel of land, bounding dwellings, roads and paddock land use. No trees with bat roosting potential would be lost to a proposal and no trees with potentially suitable roosting features were identified on site. The site does not contain features that would form part of a wider bat foraging/commuting network. It is not considered that the proposal would have any adverse impact upon the local bat population. Whilst the site does not contain features that would form part of a wider foraging/commuting network, it is considered reasonably likely that small numbers of bats may forage and commute in the wider area. Therefore, in order to provide enhancements, it is advised that new tree/hedgerow planting be undertaken as part of the proposal. General enhancement recommendations have been provided in section 5.2. It is not considered reasonably likely that great crested newt or reptile species would be adversely affected by the development proposals. No active or inactive badger setts were found, with no evidence of badger activity identified. No surveys have been advised. However, general appropriate precautionary measures for the construction phases have been advised in section 5.2. Appropriate recommendations in respect of due diligence relating to nesting birds and ecological enhancements have been made in section 5.2 of the report. It is considered and concluded that the proposal can proceed without adverse impacts upon legally protected/priority species and habitats provided the specific mitigatory guidance and enhancement recommendations identified within section 5.2 are fully adhered to. Where necessary, appropriately worded conditions should be placed upon any consent granted in order to ensure appropriate measures are followed. Feb 2019 Page 3 of 32 Contents 1. Survey Finding and Recommendations Summary .................................................... 3 2. Introduction .................................................................................................................. 6 2.1. Phase 1 Brief .......................................................................................................... 6 2.2. Development Proposals & Planning Context ..................................................... 6 2.3. Scope of Survey .................................................................................................... 6 3. Methodology ............................................................................................................... 7 3.1. Survey .................................................................................................................... 7 3.1.1. Survey Timings and Conditions ......................................................................... 7 3.2. Desktop Study & Records Search ........................................................................ 8 3.2.1. Historical Protected Species Data ............................................................... 8 3.2.2. Designations ................................................................................................... 8 3.2.3 Additional Information .................................................................................. 8 4. Results ........................................................................................................................... 9 4.1. Desk study Results. ................................................................................................ 9 4.1.1. Magic-Statutory Designations ...................................................................... 9 4.1.2. Local Wildlife Sites-Non-Statutory Designations ........................................ 10 4.1.3. Biological Records ...................................................................................... 10 4.2. Survey Results & Analysis .................................................................................... 11 4.2.1 Site & Surroundings Description & Habitats ............................................... 11 4.3. Potential for Protected Species Impact with Proposals .................................. 11 4.3.1. Bats & Internal/External Inspections ........................................................... 11 4.3.2. Badgers ........................................................................................................ 12 4.3.3. Nesting Birds ................................................................................................. 12 4.3.4. Reptiles ......................................................................................................... 13 4.3.5. Great Crested Newt .................................................................................... 13 4.3.6 Hazel Dormouse ........................................................................................... 14 4.3.7 Invertebrates/Plant life ..................................................................................... 14 4.3.8 Other Species .............................................................................................. 15 4.3.9 General Wildlife & Biodiversity ........................................................................ 15 5. Conclusion & Recommendations ............................................................................ 16 5.1 Conclusion .......................................................................................................... 16 5.2 Recommendations and Further Action ............................................................ 17 1. Annex 1 – Legislation & Planning Policy ................................................................... 18 Feb 2019 Page 4 of 32 1.1. Habitat Regulations ............................................................................................ 18 1.2. Wildlife & Countryside Act ................................................................................. 18 1.3. Natural Environment & Rural Communities Act ............................................... 18 1.4. National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) .................................................... 18 1.5. Biodiversity Action Plans ..................................................................................... 18 1.6. Local Development Plans .................................................................................. 19 1.7. Natural England Standing Advice .................................................................... 19 2. Annex 2 – Photographs ............................................................................................. 21 3. Annex 3 – Habitat Plan .............................................................................................. 24 4. Annex 4 – Recommended Enhancements ............................................................. 26 Feb 2019 Page 5 of 32 2. Introduction 2.1. Phase 1 Brief T4 Ecology Ltd was commissioned by Bertroy Homes Ltd to undertake an ecological assessment of land adj. Tanfield, Old House Lane, Harlow, Essex. This report contains the findings of a Preliminary Ecological Appraisal-PEA. The Purpose of a PEA is to identify the potential for presence of protected species on a site, in line with European legislation, UK law and the requirements of The National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF)(2012). The brief of the ecological survey was to assess the habitats found on site and identify the potential for presence on site of protected species. The site-based element is supported by a desktop study undertaken to identify presence of Statutory/National/Local designations or protected species within the vicinity (up to a 5KM radius) of the site. The final part of the project brief was to identify and make recommendations as appropriate for any further surveys required to determine presence/absence of protected species on site if the survey determined that presence of a protected species on site was considered to be reasonably likely. 2.2. Development Proposals & Planning Context The proposal is for the construction of semi-detached residential dwellings. Proposal plans by MP Architects have been viewed as part of this assessment. 2.3. Scope of Survey The purpose of this report is to provide an independent opinion of the likely presence of protected species on a site to inform the client of their obligations, and to assist the Local Planning Authority (LPA) in their determination of a planning application. It should be noted that whilst every effort has been made to provide a comprehensive description of the site, no investigation could ensure the complete characterisation and prediction of the natural environment. This PEA does not constitute a full botanical survey or a Phase 2 preconstruction
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