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Ecological Consultant Kildare

Expert ecological and environmental assessments for planning applications in Kildare. CIEEM Registered Practice with fast turnaround.

Ecological Assessments in Kildare

Kildare sits on the edge of the Bog of Allen, containing some of Ireland's most important remaining raised bogs. The Royal and Grand Canals provide important linear habitats. The Curragh is one of the largest areas of semi-natural grassland in Ireland. The Liffey and Barrow river systems support riparian habitats.

Natura 2000 Sites in Kildare

Key Special Areas of Conservation (SACs) in Kildare include Pollardstown Fen SAC, Mouds Bog SAC, Ballynafagh Bog SAC, Ballynafagh Lake SAC, and Rye Water Valley/Carton SAC.

Special Protection Areas (SPAs) include Poulaphouca Reservoir SPA.

Protected Species

Pollardstown Fen supports rare invertebrates including the Narrow-mouthed Whorl Snail. Kildare's bogs provide habitat for declining species. Badger populations are present across agricultural areas. Several bat species utilise older buildings and canal-side habitats.

Planning in Kildare: Kildare County Council, dealing with significant development pressure from Dublin's commuter belt, routinely requires ecological assessment. Fen and bog SACs trigger AA requirements across a wide area.

Services in Kildare

AA Screening is required for developments near the fen and bog SACs and within the Liffey and Barrow catchments. Bat surveys are needed for many residential and commercial developments. The county's rapid development pace means ecological reports are a routine planning requirement.

Need a Flood Risk Assessment in Kildare?

We also provide Stage 1, 2 & 3 Flood Risk Assessments for planning through our dedicated service. Proper OPW methodology with fast turnaround.

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Working with Kildare County Council

We have extensive experience preparing ecological reports for Kildare County Council. Our reports are thorough, clearly structured, and address the specific requirements of local planning officers. We regularly handle Further Information responses within tight timeframes.

Facing an FI deadline in Kildare? We regularly turn around Further Information responses within tight timeframes. Call us directly on 089 499 1181.

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