Ecology Services

Ecological survey and reporting services for planning and construction compliance.

Ecological Survey and Reporting

At O'Donnell Environmental, we offer ecological surveys and reporting for clients in sectors such as renewable energy, transport, residential, and commercial developments. Our approach is structured around three stages:

1. Pre-Planning:

We conduct ecological surveys and produce assessments to support planning applications. These include:

Ecological Impact Assessments (ECIA).
Biodiversity chapters for Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA).
Appropriate Assessments (AA).
Targeted surveys for protected species, such as bats and birds.

During this phase, we work closely with developers to identify potential ecological constraints and opportunities. Our team conducts field surveys and habitat evaluations to gather baseline data, which informs our detailed reports and recommendations.

2. Planning Compliance and Construction:

We assist clients in navigating and fulfilling regulatory requirements during the planning and construction phases. Our services ensure that all ecological conditions set out in planning permissions are met, including:

Planning compliance reporting.
Construction monitoring to mitigate ecological risks.

We provide guidance on best practices for minimising environmental impact during construction, such as implementing mitigation measures for protected species and managing habitat disturbances. Our team is on-site to monitor compliance and document progress.

3. Post-Construction Monitoring:

We provide ongoing monitoring services post-construction to track wildlife activity and ensure the continued compliance of developments. Our focus includes:

Bird and bat activity surveys.
Fatality monitoring for wind farms.

Post-construction monitoring is crucial for understanding the long-term impacts of developments on local wildlife. We collect and analyse data to assess the effectiveness of mitigation measures and recommend adjustments if necessary.

O’Donnell Environmental Ecology Services

Our team brings extensive experience in onshore ecological surveys from botanical studies to mammal surveys.

We focus on delivering outputs that meet regulatory needs without unnecessary technical complexity. Clients benefit from our knowledge of regulatory frameworks and regulations with a proactive approach to addressing ecological challenges and comprehensive services across ecological projects.

In partnership with Holly Arboriculture, we provide a combined arboricultural and ecological service to our clients.

Holly Arboriculture provides the knowledge and guidance to manage trees in ways that are more sustainable and beneficial to the environment.