Ecological and Arboricultural consultancy

Consultancy for Compliant, and Sustainable Projects.

Consultancy for every project.

Whether you’re embarking on a new housing development, a motorway project, or creating greenspaces, our experienced consultants are here to plan, advise, and oversee at every stage.

Aboricultural Consultancy

Our Arboricultural Association-approved specialists conduct thorough surveys and assessments of trees and vegetation on your site, providing you with comprehensive arboricultural consultancy reports, recommendations, and advice. Whether you need condition safety surveys, pre-purchase/construction feasibility studies, or BS5837 construction surveys, our team has you covered.

We create personalised plans to address specific needs, whether it’s disease prevention, pest control, nutrient management, or structural support.

With Chaffin Works’ Arboricultural Impact & Method Statements, you can ensure seamless integration of your project with existing trees, safeguarding their health and enhancing your development’s appeal.

Planning a construction project? Chaffin Works’ BS5837 Construction Surveys & Reports bridge the gap, ensuring your development thrives alongside existing trees.

Tree Surveys and Mapping: GIS enables precise mapping of tree locations, species, size, and condition, providing valuable data for arboricultural assessments and impact studies.

Development Planning: When development projects involve trees, GIS maps can visualise potential conflicts and inform tree protection strategies.

Monitoring and Management: Tracking tree health over time using GIS maps can support long-term arboricultural management plans.

Our expert arborists meticulously assess your trees, identifying potential hazards like deadwood, structural weaknesses, and disease. From detailed reports to tailored recommendations, we empower you to make informed decisions about preserving your trees and keeping people safe.

Our expert arborists meticulously assess your land, analyzing existing trees, their health, and potential conflicts with your development plans. We deliver comprehensive reports outlining tree preservation strategies, integration possibilities, and potential challenges to overcome.

Ecological Consultancy

If you require specialist advice on ecological matters or an Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW) for your project, our highly competent team is ready to assist you. We provide a range of ecological services to ensure your future works meet environmental compliance from start to finish. Utilising aerial photography, GIS, and GIS mapping, we offer enhanced consultancy and support services.

From delicate wildflowers to soaring birds of prey, we identify every species and habitat type, painting a rich picture of your ecological landscape. This critical knowledge empowers you to:

Make informed decisions: Understand the potential impact of any project on surrounding wildlife and ecosystems.

Protect biodiversity: Ensure your actions uphold environmental regulations and contribute to conservation efforts.

Enhance your land’s value: Discover opportunities for sustainable land management.

Whether it’s a bustling development or a quiet conservation effort, we provide a comprehensive picture of the ecological landscape before, during, and after your project.

Equipped with this knowledge, you can make informed decisions that minimize environmental impact, maximise sustainability, and build a future where progress and nature thrive together

Our expert ecologists can offer comprehensive surveys, detailed reports, and tailored recommendations to ensure the protection of native biodiversity and the mitigation of invasive species’ impact, fostering a resilient and thriving ecosystem.

Our assessments identify vulnerable native species and potentially disruptive invaders, providing robust data to inform informed decision-making and adhere to environmental regulations. We document protected species populations, habitat preferences, and potential threats while pinpointing invasive species’ locations and spread patterns, empowering you to develop effective conservation and management strategies.

These documents prepared by ecological consultants for projects that require demonstrating a net gain in biodiversity as part of the planning process. This is becoming increasingly common, particularly in the UK, as governments and developers move towards more sustainable practices.

By working with ecological consultants specialising in Natural England Development Licences, developers can ensure their projects comply with environmental regulations, minimise ecological harm, and obtain the necessary licenses for lawful project execution.

These assessments and reports, conducted by qualified ecologists, help projects earn LE (Land Use & Ecology) credits within BREEAM by:

  • Evaluating the existing ecological value of the site: This involves characterising habitats, identifying any protected species, and assessing the overall biodiversity.
  • Predicting the ecological impact of the project: The ecologists analyse how the development might affect the existing flora and fauna, both during construction and in the long term.
  • Developing mitigation strategies: These strategies aim to minimise any negative ecological impacts, such as habitat loss or disturbance to protected species. The strategies could involve habitat creation or enhancement, landscaping plans, and species translocation if necessary.
  • Monitoring the effectiveness of mitigation measures: Once the project is underway, ecologists may monitor the implemented mitigation strategies to ensure they are working as intended and adjust them if needed.

Preparing detailed reports: These reports document the entire process, from the initial site assessment to the proposed mitigation strategies and monitoring plans. They provide evidence to BREEAM assessors for credit award consideration.

What our clients say

“Chaffin Works have prove themselves to be one of the most consistently professional, diligent, amendable and proactive subcontractors we have worked with in the 8 years I have worked with Balfour Beatty.”

Balfour Beatty

Ecology & Arboriculture Lead Technical Specialist

Our Accreditations
Our pursuit of quality, safety, and environmental responsibility is underscored by the array of accreditation’s we have earned over the years.