Ash Ecology

Ecological Consultant Kilkenny

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

Ecological Assessments in Kilkenny

The Barrow and Nore river systems are the defining ecological features of Kilkenny, supporting extensive riparian habitats. The county's rich agricultural landscape retains important hedgerow networks and mature trees. Limestone karst features in parts of the county support calcareous grassland and fen habitats.

Natura 2000 Sites in Kilkenny

Key Special Areas of Conservation (SACs) in Kilkenny include River Barrow and River Nore SAC, Thomastown Quarry SAC, and Hugginstown Fen SAC.

Special Protection Areas (SPAs) include River Nore SPA.

Protected Species

The Nore and Barrow support Atlantic Salmon, Lamprey, Freshwater Pearl Mussel, White-clawed Crayfish, and Otter. Kingfisher breeds along both rivers. Badger populations are widespread. Several bat species are common, particularly in association with older buildings and river corridors.

Planning in Kilkenny: Kilkenny County Council routinely requests ecological assessment. The River Barrow and River Nore SAC's extensive catchment means AA Screening is needed for most developments in the county.

Services in Kilkenny

AA Screening is required for developments within the extensive Barrow-Nore SAC catchment, which covers the majority of the county. Bat and badger surveys are standard requirements for residential and agricultural developments. NIS may be needed for developments directly affecting the river systems.

Need a Flood Risk Assessment in Kilkenny?

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 Kilkenny County Council

We have extensive experience preparing ecological reports for Kilkenny 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 Kilkenny? We regularly turn around Further Information responses within tight timeframes. Call us directly on 089 499 1181.

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