Burton Fleming TA 072 732 1 Humbleton Hall Fitling Road
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Humbleton Hall Fitling Road Humbleton East Yorkshire HU11 4NS Mob: - 07728825307 Email: - [email protected] Skeltons, Burton Fleming Ecological Appraisal, Bat Survey Prepared by: Mr. Michael Wood Date: 14/04/2021 Report # : 210022 Burton Fleming 1 TA 072 732 Executive Summary • Building assessment and Activity surveys Undertaken on property located at TA 072 732. • Surveys were undertaken in 2020 • Lead Surveyor- Michael Wood level 2 (CL18) Licensed bat surveyor by Natural England. License number 2015-14416-CLS-CLS bat license has been held for the 5 years under the current Class Survey license Scheme. The previous license was held for 3 years. Michael Wood has guided clients in obtaining numerous mitigation licenses for development which impacted EPS. • Bats identified foraging Near the property but at no point during the survey efforts did bats utilize the buildings. • No further surveys are recommended. • The proposed development will cause negligible impacts on the small local bat population. • The Development can proceed without causing offence under the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981. • Species Enrichment 2x Schwegler 2FE bat shelters to be installed adjacent to the site. The Above Bullet points highlight the important information gained through the survey and should be used as a quick reference to the more in-depth information contained throughout the Report. Burton Fleming 2 TA 072 732 1. Introduction 4 2. Survey Methods, Results, and Assessment. 5 3. Results 8 4. Assessment of Development impact 23 5. Conclusion and mitigation recommendations 24 6. Legislation and Policy Guidance Error! Bookmark not defined. 7. References Error! Bookmark not defined. 8. Appendices Error! Bookmark not defined. Burton Fleming 3 TA 072 732 1. Introduction This report presents the information gathered regarding the site located at TA 072 732 Burton Fleming Road, Burton Fleming, East Riding of Yorkshire. YOP25 3HP The survey's objective was to identify any habitats and features present that could support the presence of notable protected species. The survey will also note any other species or habitat that are of nature conservation importance or any non-native invasive species which may represent a constraint to the development of the site. This report provides an assessment of ecological constraints concerning the redevelopment of the site in question and identifies findings of the survey work carried out. It also provides recommended ecological enrichment plans and a mitigation strategy where required. 1.2. Survey Information In the year 2020 Yorkshire Ecology Surveys was commissioned to undertake an ecological survey, of the site located at Grid reference TA 072 732, a property that resides in the District of East Riding of Yorkshire. The survey was undertaken to assess the impact of a proposed building conversion which the survey was based upon. The survey was undertaken by experienced licensed bat ecologist Michael Wood (license number 2015-14416-CLS-CLS) The Survey confirmed the absence of Bats within the confines of the proposed development. The Surveys included in this report include a building assessment. A dusk Survey and 2 Dawn Surveys. 1.3. Site Description The survey site is a range of brick barns situated within the curtilage of a working farm and neighboring open countryside. The buildings are currently in a state of dis repair and pose no commercial function. The buildings have a pantile roof covering. The site is situated in the locality of the Burton Fleming Village. Burton Fleming 4 TA 072 732 2. Survey Methods, Results, and Assessment. 2.1 Desktop Study and Record search The desktop study includes Ecological Data received from the North & East Yorkshire ecological data centre. Data discovered online resources such as MAGIC (http://magic.defra.gov.uk) and East Riding Planning Portal The search aimed to identify all notable European Protected Species (EPS) within a 2km radius of the site. Along with any information which may be relevant to the survey effort. 2.2 Magic Map Search (http://magic.defra.gov.uk\) The Magic Map internet service was examined for a 2km radius of the site. During the search, we were looking for locations of any notable areas designated for nature conservation these sites are to include the following. Local Nature Reserves National Parks Sites of Special Scientific Interest Special Protection Areas Important Bird Areas National Nature Reserves Ramsar Sites Special Conservation Areas Ancient Woodland 2.3 Flora Survey Phase 1 habitat survey, A site assessment was undertaken in June 2020 to assess what species surveys would be required following that a specific species survey (bats) was undertaken in the following Months. The survey was carried out by the guidance of the standard Phase 1 Habitat Survey methodology (JNCC, 2003) all dominant plant species were recorded, along with any species which are either uncommon or an indication of particular habitat types. Due to the site consisting of buildings and an amenity courtyard/concrete area, it is not deemed relevant to complete and enclose a habitat map. Controlled invasive species where surveyed as part of the Phase 1 Habitat survey there was a great deal of importance placed on noting any invasive non-native species including Japanese knotweed (Fallopian japonica), and giant hogweed (Heracleum mantegazzianum). 2.4 Fauna Surveys Bats An initial survey of the site was carried out to identify the likelihood of bats using any features of the site surveyed. During this process, several factors were taken into consideration, to include potential foraging Habitat, potential flight corridors, and features which may be used as a roost location. The survey was carried out by a level 2 class 18 licensed Bat surveyor (license number 2015- 14416-CLS-CLS) The main aspects of the inspection covered the following Bat droppings urine and grease stains, food spoils, and any other signs which provided evidence of a potential or actual roost location. The area around windows and doors or sources of heat which are identified as favorable roost opportunities are noted. Burton Fleming 5 TA 072 732 The Survey uses numerous methods including endoscope searches, Surface inspection, roof searches, and feature identification. Material Suitability and identification of building characterisation which can attract bats. The assessed structures are placed within one of the following categories and actions s are taken as stipulated in the table. Roost Description Action Required Probability Negligible Negligible habitat features on-site and ability No Further surveys required for Low Some crevices suitable for bats to occupy, A minimum of one activity Survey should be and a site location that suits the preference undertaken. and the survey effort should of bats. continue until the surveyors are happy that bats are not present. Moderate Numerous crevices, Roof tiles which are At least 2 activity surveys to be undertaken underdrawn (felt or lathe). Rough sawn preferably a dusk and dawn. The survey timber. Previous evidence of habitation. effort shall continue until the surveyors are happy that bats are not present. High Numerous crevices, Roof tiles which are 3 activity surveys to be undertaken underdrawn (felt or lathe). Rough sawn preferably a dusk and a dawn and either one timber. Previous evidence of habitation. more dawn or dusk survey. The survey effort Timber windows with gaps, surrounded by shall continue until the surveyors are happy woodland. Previously known roosts that bats are not present. Or until the roost usage is confirmed so that a licence can be applied for. The Above table is the guideline to which Yorkshire Ecology Surveys follow these are expanded slightly from the table below taken from the (2016) Bat Surveys for Professional Ecologists: Good Practice Guidelines (3rd edn). At all times during the Survey it must be emphasised that should there be any doubt in survey results Yorkshire Ecology Surveys undertake extra survey efforts to satisfy their results. Following the initial survey of the property to determine if the buildings have the potential of hosting a roost. An action plan is then formed to complete a thorough investigating which provided suitable information to provide an evidence-based decision as too whether the property has a bat roost present or if absence can be confirmed. At all times during the survey effort, the surveyors work to the guideline laid out in the (2016) Bat Surveys for Professional Ecologists: Good Practice Guidelines (3rd edn). Burton Fleming 6 TA 072 732 Through hundreds of surveys, the team can act proficiently and confidently to determine the results of the survey. Should any of the surveyors present on a survey have any doubts a discussion is held and where necessary further survey effort is undertaken to confirm the relevant results. The Surveyors have a range of equipment at their disposal to undertake each stage of the Survey. Yorkshire Ecology Surveys have the following tools Which are distributed between the surveying team. Anabat SD2 - Frequency division detector Anabat SD1 - Frequency division detector Magenta Bat4 Bat Detector Ciel Micro Trio - Frequency Division, Time Expansion and Heterodyne (bat detector) Ciel CDB 301 - Heterodyne and frequency Division Detector Clulite Torch - at least 1 million candle power torch LED head Torches LED Torches High power Endoscope The Above listed are the devices utilised for activity surveys in addition to the above. The use of Endoscopes, binoculars, or magnification scopes and access equipment are all used during the survey effort to identify features and any potential signs of bat usage. At all times, the surveyors must put personal safety as a priority, and care is taken to access all suitable parts of a property where it is safe to do so. This is considered throughout the survey as it is important to take a proportionate approach to all survey efforts. The approach to each survey can differ due to: - The likelihood of bats being present.