Badgers are constantly threatened by human activity, resulting in losing their habitat often. there are multiple types of badger surveys, all designed to ensure you don’t endanger them.
What is a Badger Preliminary Ecological Appraisal (PEA) Survey?
Badger Preliminary Ecological Appraisals are typically required as a first step to initially address the ecological aspects of a planning application.
When Should a Badger Preliminary Ecological Appraisal (PEA) Survey be Conducted?
Consisting of a site visit and a desktop assessment, a PEA can be conducted throughout the year and would offer recommendations of further badger surveys needed. This includes necessary assessments, appropriate mitigations and suitable enhancements for the proposed development.
How long is a Badger Preliminary Ecological Appraisal (PEA) Survey valid for?
An initial site assessment survey for badgers will usually be valid for 12 years, if not 24. However, due to the nature of badger’s, it is best you get a new survey for new projects.
If you’re interested in badger surveying or a Badger PEA survey, our team would be happy to discuss any questions you may have.