Built around planning, development and compliance decisions.
Use this page to understand when the service is usually needed, what evidence is reviewed and what information helps us quote accurately.
- Planning and regulator context
- Clear deliverables and next steps
- Linked services considered early
Ecology support helps identify protected species, habitats and biodiversity constraints for planning and development.
When this service is used
Used before planning submission, condition discharge or site clearance where habitats, protected species or biodiversity requirements may influence development.
What the report normally includes
- Ecology scope review
- Habitat and site context considerations
- Protected species constraint screening
- Recommendations for survey, mitigation or enhancement
- Planning-focused reporting where required
What we need from you
Providing the right information at the start helps us confirm the scope, quote accurately and avoid back-and-forth once the work is underway.
- Site location and boundary plan
- Photographs of habitats/buildings if available
- Development proposals
- Any ecology condition or comments
- Preferred survey timescale
Useful to know before you enquire
Common questions
Do I need this for planning?
It depends on the site, proposal and local authority requirements. Send the planning wording or reference and we can advise.
Can I request this with other services?
Yes. Use the enquiry builder to add multiple services in one submission.
Related services
These services are often reviewed alongside Ecology depending on the site, planning context and proposed development.
Send the right information first time.
Our custom enquiry builder asks service-specific questions so we can confirm the correct scope, identify linked services and avoid unnecessary delays.
Build one enquiry for this and any related services.
Submit site information, planning references and supporting documents once. We’ll review the scope and confirm what is required.