Environmental Masterplan

Desk Study

• Biodiversity Records Search and interpretation of results, particularly in relation to protected species
• Identification and interpretation of statutory designations such as SSSI, SNCI, LNR, Ancient Woodland and TPO
• Site-specific interpretation of Local Plan / Local Development Framework environmental policies
• Site-specific interpretation of national planning policy and best practice guidance
• Exploration of the defined landscape character, including geological, historical and cultural influences
• Exploration of defined ecological characteristics, including protected species, BAPs and HAPs

Recommendations

• Details of further survey, planning or design work necessary
• Drawings to identify key arboricultural, landscape and ecological features, together with any protection zones likely to impact on the developable area of the site
• Drawings to identify developable area of the site
• Indicative landscape-led site access and layout drawings