The Great crested Newt is a beautiful species which is native to Europe and Asia. Here in Great Britain, we are lucky enough to have the largest Great Crested Newt population in the world, but sadly, there numbers have been in decline for many years. It is due to this decline that the Great Crested Newt has become a protected species in the UK. This means that it is illegal for anyone to kill, disturb or harm the beautiful creatures or their habitats. For this reason, it is essential that those who are looking to develop land should have habitat surveys carried out in order to determine whether or not they have a population of Great Crested Newt on their land, which could lead to problems for both.
A basis survey will tell you if it is likely that the Great Crested Newt will be present on your development and, if it is, you will probably need to carry out a more extensive survey to track the newts and set about protecting them
Great Crested Newts Survey
A Great crested Newt survey is something which will only set you back around £300 and it is something which is absolutely essential for anyone developing land which may be populated by the species. The best time to carry out a survey is between March and July. It is important to carry out a Great Crested Newt survey as soon as possible because not having one could lead to a hold up in your development plans, which could prove to be quite costly. Local planners will want to see evidence that you have taken steps to identify and protect any endangered species on your land and a failure to do so could mean planning permission is denied.
Protecting the Great Crested Newt
You will need to ensure that your Great Crested newt population is well looked after and protected when your development goes ahead. This is why it is always a good idea t carry out a survey before your plans are finalised. This will allow developers to draw up plans which include things such as newt fencing which will help to mitigate the impact of your development and ensure that the newts are safe when you go ahead. By doing so, it is far more likely your planning application will be approved.
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