Bat surveys and planning for new developments
We are frequently asked how bat surveys will impact the planning process, so here’s a summary of the things you need to know. Of course, this is general advice - if you’d like our advice on your development or proposed site contact us on admin@daviddoddsassociates.com.
How technology helps us understand bats
Bats can be hard to see, hard to hear, and hard to tell apart. We use a range of tech on every survey we do, and plenty more has been used to inform how we do bat surveys and the steps we take to help you when there’s a bat roost on your property.
Bat roosts in trees
All Scottish bat species will use trees to roost. Identifying tree roosts can be challenging, especially in summer when leaves can make for tricky viewing. Fortunately, there are some features and signs we can use to identify roosts (and roost potential) when conducting tree surveys.
How do you get a licence for a bat roost?
You need a licence for your home renovation or development project. Here’s a quick look at the licensing process so you know what to expect.
What is a Bat Survey?
Bat surveys in Scotland happen in two stages. A Daytime Bat Walkover and a Presence/Absence survey.
Do Bats Stop Developments?
Bats are often seen as a potential roadblock for developments, demolitions, and renovations. Fortunately, this isn’t the case. With proper planning, and early consultations with a specialist ecologist, your project can proceed and stay compliant with UK law on bats.
Bat Survey FAQs - Part 2
Here’s the next instalment of our Bat Survey FAQs! If you’ve got a question we haven’t answered you can contact us anytime and we will be happy to help you out!
Bat Survey FAQs: Part 1
No matter what kind of property you are developing or renovating, there are several questions we get time and time again. To help your proposed works go smoothly, here’s the answer to five of our most asked questions…