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Stay up to date with the latest developments, expert insights, and industry updates from Elite Ecology. Elite Ecology is your reliable partner for ecological and environmental consultancy services. From guidance on biodiversity net gain and protected species surveys to updates on planning regulations, tree surveys, and habitat restoration, our blogs cover everything you need to know to support your project and stay compliant.
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Arboricultural Impact Assessment Explained: What You Need to Know for Planning
Learn what an Arboricultural Impact Assessment is and why it is required for planning permission. Discover how tree surveys, BS5837, and early assessment can help your development avoid delays.
Connor Wild
4 days ago3 min read
Garden Wildlife Plans in Spring: Why Now Is the Best Time to Start
Spring is the best time to improve your garden for wildlife. Learn how a Garden Wildlife Plan can boost biodiversity and support local species across the UK.
Connor Wild
4 days ago3 min read
Biodiversity Net Gain: What Developers Need to Know
Learn how Biodiversity Net Gain can support your development projects in England. Elite Ecology provides expert guidance on planning, habitat creation, and achieving the required 10 per cent net gain for biodiversity.
Connor Wild
4 days ago3 min read
When Bat Surveys Are Required for Planning Permission
Learn whether bats can stop development projects and when bat surveys are required for planning permission in the UK. Expert guidance on survey timing, roosts, and mitigation to keep your project on track.
Connor Wild
4 days ago2 min read
What Animal Surveys Should Be Completed in Spring?
Animal surveys of many protected species can only be done during certain times of the year. Missing these time frames can lead to planning delays or require surveys to be postponed until the following year.
Connor Wild
Mar 264 min read
Japanese Knotweed Removal in the UK: Everything You Need to Know
At Elite Ecology, we specialise in professional Japanese knotweed identification, management, and removal across the UK. Our expert team provides reliable surveys and compliant treatment plans to help property owners control infestations safely and effectively.
Connor Wild
Mar 264 min read
Why is Spring the Best Time for Tree Surgery?
Tree surgery during Spring improves appearance and supports long-term tree health, structural stability, and safety. By carrying out maintenance at the right time, property owners can help prevent disease, remove hazards, and encourage strong development.
Connor Wild
Mar 263 min read
What is a BS5837 Tree Survey? A Simple Guide
When construction, demolition, or development could affect trees, an arboricultural assessment known as a BS5837 tree survey is conducted. The survey ensures the protection of trees and the implementation of appropriate safety measures before work commences.
Connor Wild
Mar 263 min read
Topographical Surveys: The Reason Planning Applications Get Delayed
If you’re planning a residential extension, new housing development, or commercial build, one of the most common and costly reasons for planning delays is inaccurate or incomplete site information.
Connor Wild
Jan 133 min read
Wintering Bird Surveys
Elite Ecology provides specialist Wintering Bird Surveys to support developments that may affect birds using sites during the autumn and winter months.
Connor Wild
Dec 17, 20252 min read
Breeding Bird Surveys
Elite Ecology provides professional Breeding Bird Surveys to support planning applications and development projects across the UK.
Connor Wild
Dec 17, 20252 min read
What the New Planning and Infrastructure Bill Means for Sustainable Development in the UK
The UK government has introduced the Planning and Infrastructure Bill as part of its wider ambition to “get Britain building”. This new legislation aims to speed up housing delivery and key infrastructure projects, but it also brings significant implications for sustainable development, biodiversity, and ecological planning.
Connor Wild
Oct 13, 20253 min read
Why Developers Should Prioritise Ecological Landscape Design
For developers, creating spaces that satisfy both planning requirements and market demand is always a balancing act. Increasingly,...
Connor Wild
Sep 19, 20252 min read
Topographical Surveys: What They Are and Why They’re Essential for Your Project
When it comes to planning and development, accuracy is everything. Before you break ground on a new residential extension, commercial building, or infrastructure project, you need to know exactly what’s on your site and how it’s laid out. This is where a topographical survey comes in.
Connor Wild
Aug 12, 20252 min read
Flood Risk Assessments Guide
If you’re planning a development, submitting a planning application, or purchasing land in the UK, you may have been told you need a Flood Risk Assessment (FRA). But what exactly is included in one? How is it carried out, and who’s responsible for completing it?
Connor Wild
Jul 11, 20253 min read
BS5837 Tree Survey for Planning Applications in the UK
When planning a new development, whether it’s a residential extension or a large-scale commercial project, trees on or near the site can significantly influence your planning application.
Connor Wild
Jun 12, 20253 min read
Can Badgers Stop Planning Permission?
So, can badgers stop planning permission? The short answer is 'yes', if the correct steps aren’t followed. But with the right approach, it’s entirely possible to proceed responsibly and legally.
Connor Wild
Jun 5, 20253 min read
Mortgage Tree Surveys: What They Are and When You Need One
When buying a new home, especially one with mature trees nearby, your mortgage lender may request a specialist assessment known as a Mortgage Tree Survey. While these surveys aren’t always required, they can play a vital role in identifying risks to property and to your investment.
Connor Wild
May 29, 20252 min read
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