by DarceyCW | Feb 19, 2026 | Blog
Are Nesting Birds Protected? – A Developer Guide Understanding whether nesting birds are protected is an important consideration for anyone progressing a planning application or preparing a site for construction. Across the UK, wild birds receive strong legal...
by DarceyCW | Feb 19, 2026 | Blog
Badgers and development: What are the Legal Constraints? Understanding the relationship between badgers and development is essential for anyone preparing a planning application. While badgers are a familiar feature of the British countryside, they are also a legally...
by DarceyCW | Feb 13, 2026 | Blog
When Are Bat Surveys Required and What is Involved? Understanding when bat surveys are required is an essential part of preparing a planning application. Bats are protected in the UK, and development projects that affect bats or their roost sites can face significant...
by DarceyCW | Feb 13, 2026 | Blog
Biodiversity Net Gain Explained for Developers Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) is now a central consideration for developers across the UK. Since its mandate in 2024, it has ensured that development projects leave biodiversity in a better state than before. Increasingly,...
by DarceyCW | Feb 12, 2026 | Blog
How Long do Ecological Surveys Take? One of the most common questions we are asked at the outset of a project is: how long do ecological surveys take? The answer depends on several factors, including the type of survey required, the time of year, the scale of the...
by DarceyCW | Feb 12, 2026 | Blog
What is an Ecological Impact Assessment (EcIA)? An Ecological Impact Assessment (EcIA) is the formal process used to identify, evaluate, and explain the likely effects that a proposed development may have on habitats, species, and ecosystems. For landowners and...
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