Ecological Impact Assessment
An Ecological Impact Assessment (EcIA) is a systematic process for identifying, predicting, evaluating and communicating the likely significant effects of a development on biodiversity. NatureLogic delivers rigorous, CIEEM-standard EcIA for planning applications of all scales.
Assessment That Stands Up to Scrutiny
EcIA follows the methodology set out in the CIEEM Guidelines for Ecological Impact Assessment in the UK and Ireland. It encompasses the full suite of ecological surveys, assessment of significance, development of mitigation and enhancement measures, and prediction of residual effects.
Whether the EcIA forms the ecological component of a formal Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) or a standalone assessment for a planning application, NatureLogic ensures the work is technically robust, clearly written and strategically positioned to support consent.
Scoping
Agreeing the scope of ecological surveys and assessment with the LPA, Natural England and other consultees at the outset to avoid abortive work.
Baseline Surveys
Full suite of habitat and protected species surveys, timed to optimal seasonal windows and calibrated to the scale and nature of the proposed development.
Impact Assessment
Prediction and evaluation of likely significant effects on ecological receptors, using standard significance criteria referenced to geographic and legislative context.
Mitigation Hierarchy
Application of the mitigation hierarchy — avoid, mitigate, compensate — to reduce residual effects to acceptable levels and identify BNG opportunities.
Residual Effects
Assessment of residual effects following mitigation, forming the basis for the conclusions and any conditions or obligations attached to consent.
Ecological Receptors We Assess
Habitats & Vegetation
Bats
Great Crested Newts
Reptiles
Badgers
Dormice
Water Voles & Otter
Breeding Birds
Wintering Birds
Ancient Woodland
Designated Sites
Priority Species
Sectors We Work In
Residential Development
Infrastructure & Utilities
Renewable Energy
Commercial & Mixed Use
Industrial & Logistics
Education & Healthcare
Regeneration & Brownfield
Strategic Land Promotion
Commission Your EcIA
Contact NatureLogic to discuss the scope and programme for an Ecological Impact Assessment tailored to your project.
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