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Ecological Consultant Tipperary

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

Ecological Assessments in Tipperary

Tipperary's rich agricultural heartland is intersected by major river systems — the Suir, Shannon, and their tributaries. The Galtee and Comeragh mountains provide upland heath and blanket bog. Lough Derg along the western boundary supports important freshwater habitats. The Golden Vale's intensive agriculture creates both challenges and opportunities for biodiversity.

Natura 2000 Sites in Tipperary

Key Special Areas of Conservation (SACs) in Tipperary include Lower River Suir SAC, Lower River Shannon SAC, Philipston Marsh SAC, Anglesey Road SAC, and Galtee Mountains SAC.

Special Protection Areas (SPAs) include Slievefelim to Silvermines Mountains SPA, Lough Derg SPA, and Glen of Aherlow SPA.

Protected Species

The Suir supports Atlantic Salmon, Otter, and Lamprey species. Hen Harrier breeds in the upland areas. Badger populations are widespread across the county's agricultural landscape. Several bat species are common in older farmsteads and woodland.

Planning in Tipperary: Tipperary County Council routinely requests ecological documentation, particularly for sites near the River Suir corridor and in areas with Hen Harrier foraging habitat.

Services in Tipperary

AA Screening is standard for developments near the Suir and Shannon catchments, which between them cover most of the county. Bat and badger surveys are frequently requested for agricultural conversions and rural housing. EcIA is needed for larger developments.

Need a Flood Risk Assessment in Tipperary?

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 Tipperary County Council

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

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