A little bit about us….
A dedicated team with a passion for Ecology!
We have a wealth of ecological expertise and experience in our team, and we can help deliver on your project goals.
We’re commercially minded, enjoy seeing development progress and can help with any ecology issues in planning.
Advanced Survey Techniques
We are at the forefront of the best and latest techniques in survey methods. We make use of advanced technologies to capture site data. Our use of thermal imaging cameras and drones allow us to gain practical and useful insights into site usage and our understanding of habitat conditions.
Confidence in Planning
We offer various types of support, from pre-planning appraisals and land allocation assessments to ecology surveys required for planning determination and we also provide support post-planning with discharge of planning conditions, mitigation, licensing and Ecological Clerk of Works.
We support and work with the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) and all our team are trained in the planning process and planning terminology, so can offer assistance at any stage and guide clients regarding the ecological requirements for a planning application.
Deliverable Gains
Our approach to Biodiversity Net Gain is to offer deliverable on-site gains or off-site enhancements that are achievable and cost-effective. Our team can design habitat improvements and write clear and concise management plans for construction teams.
Our Approach to Consultancy
Rachel Hacking Ecology is a commercial consultancy, providing our clients with peace of mind when dealing with ecological issues on their projects. We offer a pragmatic approach to consulting and reduce costly survey effort where appropriate.
