Tree Climbing Surveys
HEL are pleased to announce that we now have the in-house ability to undertake tree climbing assessments for bats. This method is considered the only robust way to survey trees for bat roosts.
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A range of legislation exists to protect wildlife and habitats. This includes:
The Conservation (Natural Habitats &c) Amendment (Scotland) Regulations 2007;
The Conservation (Natural Habitats &c) Regulations 1994 (The Habitats Regulations);
EC Council Directive 92/43/EEC on the Conservation of Natural Habitats and of Wild Fauna and Flora (The Habitats Directive);
EC Council Directive 79/409/EEC on the Conservation of Wild Birds (The Birds Directive);
Nature Conservation (Scotland) Act, 2004;
Wildlife & Countryside Act 1981;
Protection of Badgers Act, 1992; and
Wild Mammals (Protection) Act, 1996.
HEL can provide comprehensive legislative advice regarding the above legislation, ensuring that your company stays informed of the law. HEL can also provide advice on (and facilitate) licence applications for protected species (see 'Bats and Other Protected Mammals').
HEL has extensive experience of public enquiry work for planning applications. We are able to offer a range of consultation services including, preparation and/or review of evidence, precognitions. and provision of an expert witness.
Case Study: Beauly – Denny 400kV Overhead Transmission Line
HEL provided expert witness services at public inquiry for the Beauly – Denny 400kV Overhead Transmission Line. The scope of the services provided included a summary of legislation relevant to protected species, an overview of assessment methodology for protected animal species; an overview of key protected species mitigation measures; a discussion of assessed effects and whole route impacts; and rebuttals to other parties’ objections.
Heritage Environmental Ltd
50 High Street, Auchterarder
Perthshire, PH3 1DB
