We have a lot of surveys to do on the site, so far the ecological surveys have begun with the bat surveys and 50 dormouse boxes were installed on site. Other site surveys are beginning with the topographical survey.

The reports from all the surveys will accompany the planning submission later in the Autumn. Our architects are coordinating the surveys and reports. 

Here is a list of the surveys that we expect to need:
  • PEA - Phase 1 Habitat Survey
  • Biodiversity Net Gain Assessment
  • Bats (May, July, September)
  • Dormouse (June to end Nov)
  • Reptiles (September)
  • Ecological Impact Assessment Report
  • Detailed topographical survey with elevations
  • Utilities survey (desktop)
  • Services and CCTV survey (for drainage design)
  • Tree Survey and protection plan
  • Landscape design
  • Landscape character report
  • Ground conditions survey, contamination and soakaway
  • Flood Risk and Drainage reports, include foul drainage
  • Transport assessment
  • Noise Report
  • Waste Strategy
  • Local housing need report
  • Construction Management Plan

Next...
Why
The concept
The need
​Project timeline
Current site
Surveys
Access and drainage
Proposed site layout
What will they look like
Passivhaus
Microgrid
Solar PV
Renewable heating
Electric vehicles (EVs)
Nature
Communal areas
Who can live here
How will we finance the project
Community consultation