Ecological Reporting
Trusted by
Avant Homes
Coreus
Dalcour Maclaren
Devon County Council
Ethical Power
Forestry England
Gilpin Demolition Group
Harron Homes
National Trust
Norse Group
PAFC
Plymouth City Council
South Hams District Council
South Tyneside Council
South West Water
Teinbridge Council
West Devon Borough Council
Westcountry Schools Trust
Robust, planning-ready documentation to support confident decision-making
Clear, accurate ecological reporting is essential to move projects forward - especially when dealing with sensitive sites, protected species, or planning authorities with detailed validation requirements.
At Burton Reid, we produce high-quality ecological reports that stand up to scrutiny, streamline planning submissions, and support good decision-making at every stage of your project.
Planning-Ready, Policy-Aligned
Our ecological reports are tailored to the needs of your project and your planning authority. We balance technical rigour with clarity - so you can trust that our work will:
We understand how reports are used - not just by ecologists, but by planners, designers, legal teams and inspectors. Our documentation is written to be understood, referenced, and acted upon.
Our Reporting Services
We provide the full suite of ecological reporting for planning, licensing, and design:
Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEAs)
Early-stage site assessments to identify ecological constraints, opportunities, and the need for further surveys - often forming the first step in the planning process.
Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIAs)
Detailed assessments of predicted impacts on biodiversity, completed in accordance with CIEEM guidance. Essential for larger or higher-risk schemes and often required for Environmental Statements (ES).
Technical Appendices for ES Chapters
We draft technical ecology chapters and supporting data for Environmental Statements as part of EIA submissions, working collaboratively with planning consultants and design teams.
Biodiversity Net Gain Reports
Incorporation of Defra Metric outputs, habitat mapping, and post-development scenarios into clear reports that support statutory BNG requirements.
Habitats Regulations Assessment (HRA) Support
Clear advice and documentation to inform screening, appropriate assessment, and mitigation where sites are near European or nationally designated habitats.
Why Burton Reid?
Need planning-ready ecological reports that stand up to scrutiny?
We’ll help you stay compliant, credible, and one step ahead.
