Acer Ecology recently carried out a bat survey of an old agricultural building in Simonsbath, within Exmoor National Park.
The building was proposed for extensive refurbishment and conversion into a residential dwelling. It was considered to have high bat roost potential, and the subsequent activity survey showed that it was being used by lesser horseshoe bats. We were then able to work alongside the architect to ensure that appropriate mitigation for bats was incorporated into the development proposals, without adversely impacting the design plans or adding timely delays to the planning process.
Acer Ecology is an experienced and expanding ecological consultancy specialising in bat surveys, and are well placed to undertake bat surveys within Exmoor National Park including within Challacombe, Withypool, Blackmoor Gate, Parracombe, Shallowford, Barbrook, Martinhoe, Lynton, Countisbury, Porlock, Selworthy, Luccombe, Wootton Courtenay, Wheddon Cross, Brompton Regis, Withiel Florey, Monksilver and Treborough.
We are able to provide a competitive quote to potential clients on a case by case basis. If part of your planning application requires a bat survey then we can help ensure that your development passes smoothly through this process.
The objective of a bat survey is to:
- Establish the presence/ likely absence of the bat roosts within trees and buildings;
- Identify the activity of bats across the site and key commuting and foraging routes; and
- Recommend ecological mitigation and enhancement where required.
Our ecologists are experienced in bat survey, European Protected Species licensing, mitigation design and implementation and supervision of works.
For more information about bat surveys or any of our other ecological services, please contact Acer Ecology on 02920 650 331, or email enquiries@acerecology.co.uk.
