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The development of an Environmental Acton Plan will
normally require the following stages: Initial Assessment of Development
Proposals: We will carry out an initial site appraisal and assessment
of the environmental implications and impact of proposals based
on ecological, landscape, heritage and socio-economic factors. This
will include mapping of habitats and other features. Environmental
Impact Assessment: On the basis of the initial site appraisal, a
full EIA may be deemed necessary. MMEnvironmental will carry out
the EIA, identify all sensitive features, draw up prescriptions
for their management, outline proposed positive enhancements and
integrate these into an Environmental Action Plan. Protected Species:
Special attention will be given to protected species, and especially
highly protected species such as the great crested newt and bats,
which raise special problems. MMEnvironmental has licensed workers
and experience in managing these species. Liaison with Statutory
and non-Statutory Bodies: We will manage liaison with statutory
conservation and environmental bodies, such as CCW and Environment
Agency, and non-statutory organisations such as RSPB. Practical
Project Management: We will research, design and implement practical
projects, either as mitigation for environmental impacts or to enhance
projects, in the areas of conservation, amenity environments, access
and heritage. Projects may include:
1) Protection of environmental features, such as trees, species,
habitats, archaeological features
2) Habitat restoration or creation, such as river banks, ponds,
woodlands, heath, flower rich meadow
3) Habitat and species translocation, such as meadow, heath, small
mammals, reptiles
4) Creation of natural landscapes and biodiverse environments to
complement development schemes
5) Providing 'watching brief' services for environmental impacts
6) And much more……
Monitoring and Aftercare:
Major environmental mitigation projects will usually require monitoring
often for a few years following completion of works. We will manage
the monitoring and aftercare for your project for up to 5 years
according to the nature of the contract. |
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