A Habitat Regulations Assessment (HRA) is required for any plan or project affecting European Sites, such as Special Areas of Conservation and Special Protection Areas. Although not European Sites by law, Ramsar Sites are also included in HRA through planning policy. We offer expert technical support, tailored to your specific project needs, to help you assess risks and navigate planning complexities near or within European Sites, including matters relating to bats, nutrients, hydrology, recreation and air quality. Our services include:
- Ecological surveys.
- Avoidance and mitigation strategies.
- Shadow Habitat Regulations Assessment, including Screening and Appropriate Assessment.
- Consultation with Natural England and Local Planning Authorities.