Ecology Sample Clauses

Ecology. 7.1 For bat surveys, access is required to all loft spaces and other areas as detailed in the Fee Quote. If access is not possible to all areas, the assessment may be incomplete, and the local authority may require further surveys to be undertaken. If TMA must visit the Site a second time because full access was not available on the first visit, an additional charge will be made. 7.2 If TMA consider that a potential wildlife crime has been committed or believe a crime may be about to the committed, this will be brought to the Client’s attention immediately. There are certain circumstances in which TMA will be mandated to notify the relevant authorities if a crime has been committed or is about to be committed. TMA reserve the right to communicate with the relevant authorities directly at any stage should it be considered that this is necessary to prevent the commission or continued commission of a crime. 7.3 Occasional access to third party land may be required, for instance to assess off-Site ponds for the presence of great-crested newts where this is relevant to a development site. Where such access is required, access must be formally arranged by the Client with the relevant landowner and provided free of charge to TMA. TMA may require evidence of formal access permission having been granted. TMA reserve the right not to enter third-party land where clear access permission cannot be demonstrated or is permitted on unreasonable terms. TMA will not be held liable for any delays to surveys, or limitations to the conclusions of surveys, due to lack of access. 7.4 Where stated within the Fee Quote, TMA will record evidence of invasive plant species within or adjacent to the Site. Although invasive plant species will be recorded if observed, TMA does not carry out invasive plant searches and does not guarantee that all occurrences will be found. TMA cannot be held liable for later discovery of invasive plant species, nor any financial implications of their presence.

Ecology. Xxxxxxxxxx ML (1995) Species Diversity in Space and Time (Cambridge Univ Press, Cambridge, UK).

Ecology. The scheme is supported by an ecological appraisal that demonstrates there to be no major constraints on site. A planning condition is however necessary requiring a detailed biological and ecological enhancement scheme to be submitted for approval in accordance with the requirements of Core Strategy Policy CSD4 and to ensure that adequate protection is afforded to protected species in accordance with Natural England’s standing advice.

Ecology. Table 4.8 – Ecology Ref Description of Matter Applicant – Current Position SDC and NYCC – Current Position Position 4.8.1 ES Study Area and Methodology The ES Study Area and Methodology are set out in Sections 8.4 and 8.5 of Chapter 8 (Ecology) of the Environmental Statement (ES) (document reference APP-044). The Applicant considers the methodology described therein remains appropriate. The Authorities are satisfied that the DCO application includes an adequate ecological impact assessment and biodiversity net gain assessment. Agreed 4.8.2 ES Baseline The scope of surveys and their results are summarised in Sections 8.5, 8.6, and 8.7 of Chapter 8 (Ecology) of the Environmental Statement (ES) (document reference APP-044). Further details are provided in the supporting survey information set out in Appendices 8.1 to 8.13 (document references APP- 136 to APP-148). Other sources of data utilised are set out in Chapter 6 (Air Quality), Chapter 7 (Noise and Vibration) and Chapter 12 (Water Environment) of the ES (document reference APP-044). The Applicant considers that the scope of ecological surveys, including use of survey data gathered for the Drax Repower scheme, is commensurate with the scale and scope of the Proposed Scheme. The Authorities are satisfied with the scope of ecological survey undertaken to inform the ES and HRA and that alongside the use of existing data sources set out in the ES, that the characterisation of the ecological baseline is sufficient. Agreed 4.8.3 Habitats Regulation Assessment The Applicant has produced a Habitats Regulations Assessment (HRA) Report, which sets out the Applicants assessment of potential The Authorities agree with the scope of sites that have been screened into the Habitats Regulations Assessment Agreed Ref Description of Matter Applicant – Current Position SDC and NYCC – Current Position Position effects on European Sites (document reference 6.8.1). As set out in the HRA Report, the Applicant has concluded that the Proposed Scheme would not lead to adverse effects on the integrity of any European Site, subject to the securing of the mitigation measures identified in the HRA Report. documentation; and that the Habitats Regulations Assessment undertaken is sufficient. To date no agreement with the conclusions of the HRA have been made by NYCC or SDC. NYCC would defer to Natural England for their expert opinion on the findings of the HRA. 4.8.4 Predicted Impacts The Applicant has set out their assessment of impact...

Ecology. The site for the effluent reuse facilities and the associated distribution system has been covered by the ecological field survey and ecological impact assessment conducted for Ngong Ping STP and Sewerage Environmental Impact Assessment (EIAO Register No. AEIAR- 065/2002) approved in November 2002. The effluent reuse facilities would all be located within the boundary of the Ngong Ping STP site and the alignment of the associated distribution piping would be along existing roads. No habitat with ecological values was identified within the site for the effluent reuse facilities and the associated distribution

Ecology. No ecological impact is expected during the operation of the effluent reuse system.

Ecology. 3.2.6.1. No adverse impact on ecology is expected during normal operation of the pumping station. Given emergency situation would occur that sewage overflow via the nearby stormwater drainage system into the Tolo Harbour and Channel Water Control Zone, there would be potential indirect ecological impact. Precautionary measure would be incorporated into the design of the pumping station to xxxxx water quality impact under emergency situation and thus alleviate the potential ecological impacts.

Ecology.  using energy saving equipment will be the standard  plastic will be reduced as much as possible  We strive to use eco friendly materials  we will grow food for the elephants in a nature friendly way (no pesticides).

Ecology. The proposed slope upgrading works that are likely to generate ecological impacts are largely associated with slope trimming, which will remove some vegetation including the loss of some shrubland and secondary woodland. However, shotcrete removal, soil nailing and RSSM could create dust that may affect local flora and fauna. Noise generated for the duration of the works could also cause disturbance to wildlife. Trimming back at feature 13NE-A/C108 along South Lantau Road, and minor trimming at features 13NW-B/C80 and 13NW-B/C82 along Keung Shan Road are proposed. The trimming at feature 13NE-A/C108 results in the removal of some vegetation between the slope crest and the access track beyond. However, the area to be removed would not be extensive. The minor trimming at the 2 features on Keung Shan Road comprises localised rounding off at the crest of these features and would not involve any significant vegetation clearance. No trimming is required for the remaining 6 features along South Lantau Road Shek Pik Reservoir. Estimated areas of vegetation removal for the 9 features as a result of the geotechnical works are summarised in Table 5 as below. Table 5 – Approximate Areas of Existing Vegetation Removal Feature No. Approximate Work Site Area (m2) Approximate Area of Vegetation to be Removed (m2) 13NE-A/C98 3500 100 13NE-A/C99 1600 150 13NE-A/C100 1500 30 13NE-A/C101 3200 200 13NE-A/C102 3200 50 13NE-A/C108 3750 750 13NE-A/C133 5200 Nil 13NW-B/C80 1300 30 13NW-B/C82 3900 50 The minor trimming at feature 13NW-B/C80 will not affect the 5 protected Enkianthus quinqueflorus trees at the feature crest. However, the natural slope in this area above the feature crest is showing signs of instability, most notably a 100mm wide, 5m long tension crack located 10m behind the crest. Accordingly, works comprising soil nailing of the existing slope and sealing of the tension crack, are required to stabilise this area above the feature’s crest, as shown on drawing no. LPM 0217/3212. The lowest two clumps of Enkianthus quinqueflorus are in the area of the proposed soil nails and will need to be transplanted. The other area of this plant species is further up the slope, outside the works site as shown on drawing no. LPM 0217/3211, and it is unlikely to be affected. The lower portion of the small woodland stream adjacent to 13NW-B/C80 may be affected by the works and protection measures will need to be implemented. Apart from these, no major ecological impacts are envisaged...

Ecology. As the existing land use and environmental setting of the works area is highly urbanised with no natural habitat, no ecological impact is anticipated.