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Local Development Plan Ecological Site Assessments
in Monmouthshire
February 2010
Gwent Ecology Seddon House
Monmouth Gwent NP25 4DY
Tel: 01600 740600 www.gwentwildlife.org
Reg. Charity No. 242619 Ltd Liability Co. No. 812535
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Report to Monmouthshire County Council Local Development Plan Ecological Site Assessments in Monmouthshire, February 2010 This report has been prepared by Gwent Ecology, with all reasonable care, skill and attention to detail as set within the terms of the Contract with Monmouthshire County Council. We disclaim any responsibility to the client and others in respect of any matters outside the scope of the above. This is a confidential report to the client and we accept no responsibility of whatsoever nature to third parties to whom this report, or any part thereof, is made known. Any such parties rely on the report at their own risk. In particular Gwent Ecology (and consequently Gwent Wildlife Trust) recognises the need to maintain confidentiality with regard to some of the information detailed in this report, particularly with respect to the location of Protected Species. We disclaim any responsibility to the client and others in respect to this information being made known to the general public.
For and on behalf of Gwent Ecology (GE) Approved by: Dr Richard Park
Signed: Position: Chief Executive, Gwent Wildlife Trust Date: 17.02.2010
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Table of Contents
1 Executive Summary ........................................................................................................... 12
2 Introduction......................................................................................................................... 14
3 Requirements for LDP Candidate Site Assessment ....................................................... 15
3.1 Site Priority in LDP Process.................................................................................... 15
3.2 Desk-Based Study .................................................................................................... 15
3.3 Field Assessments ................................................................................................... 16
3.4 Biodiversity Assessment......................................................................................... 16
3.5 SINC Designation...................................................................................................... 17
4 Summary of Outputs .......................................................................................................... 18
4.1 Detailed Site Assessments...................................................................................... 18
� Layer 1: Overall Biodiversity Value Layer - Overall value for biodiversity ................. 18
� Layer 2: Biodiversity Features Layer - Detailed areas of importance for biodiversity 18
� Layer 3: Habitat Coding Layer - Phase 1 survey habitat coding ................................. 18
4.2 Site Values................................................................................................................. 18
4.3 SINC Quality .............................................................................................................. 18
4.4 A Detailed Report of the LDP Site Assessment .................................................... 18
5 Methods ............................................................................................................................... 19
5.1 Desk-Based Assessment......................................................................................... 19
5.2 Field Assessment ..................................................................................................... 20
5.3 Evaluation Criteria.................................................................................................... 21
5.4 GIS Information Layers ............................................................................................ 22
5.4.1 Layer 1: Overall Biodiversity Value ....................................................................... 22
5.4.2 Layer 2: Biodiversity Features ................................................................................ 22
5.5 Layer 3: Phase 1 Survey .......................................................................................... 23
5.6 Site Detail Form ........................................................................................................ 23
5.7 SINC Recommendations.......................................................................................... 24
6 Caveats and Constraints ................................................................................................... 24
6.1 Survey Limitations ................................................................................................... 24
6.2 Assessment Limitations .......................................................................................... 25
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6.3 Information Limitations............................................................................................ 26
7 Results................................................................................................................................. 28
7.1 SINC Recommendations.......................................................................................... 28
7.2 Candidate Strategic Sites ............................................................................................... 35
CS/0004................................................................................................................................... 35
CS/0023................................................................................................................................... 43
CS/0025................................................................................................................................... 51
CS/0033................................................................................................................................... 59
CS/0047................................................................................................................................... 68
CS/0049................................................................................................................................... 76
CS/0063................................................................................................................................... 84
CS/0071................................................................................................................................... 92
CS/0076................................................................................................................................. 100
CS/0082................................................................................................................................. 108
CS/0092................................................................................................................................. 116
CS/0096................................................................................................................................. 125
CS/0098................................................................................................................................. 133
CS/0099................................................................................................................................. 141
CS/0100................................................................................................................................. 150
CS/0106................................................................................................................................. 158
CS/0108................................................................................................................................. 166
CS/0111................................................................................................................................. 175
CS/0113................................................................................................................................. 184
CS/0121................................................................................................................................. 192
CS/0138................................................................................................................................. 201
CS/0158................................................................................................................................. 209
CS/0162................................................................................................................................. 218
CS/0168................................................................................................................................. 227
CS/0169................................................................................................................................. 235
CS/0176................................................................................................................................. 243
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CS/0177................................................................................................................................. 252
CS/0193................................................................................................................................. 260
CS/0196................................................................................................................................. 268
CS/0198................................................................................................................................. 277
CS/0199................................................................................................................................. 286
CS/0201................................................................................................................................. 295
CS/0207................................................................................................................................. 304
CS/0213................................................................................................................................. 312
CS/0214................................................................................................................................. 321
CS/0219................................................................................................................................. 329
CS/0227................................................................................................................................. 338
CS/0229................................................................................................................................. 346
CS/0230................................................................................................................................. 354
CS/0244................................................................................................................................. 362
CS/0245................................................................................................................................. 370
CS/0248................................................................................................................................. 379
CS/0249................................................................................................................................. 387
CS/0253................................................................................................................................. 396
CS/0260................................................................................................................................. 404
CS/0266................................................................................................................................. 413
CS/0267................................................................................................................................. 422
7.3 Candidate Sites that meet the Preferred Strategy...................................................... 431
7.3.1 Abergavenny & Llanfoist ........................................................................................... 431
CS/0015................................................................................................................................. 431
CS/0017................................................................................................................................. 439
CS/0028................................................................................................................................. 447
CS/0054................................................................................................................................. 455
CS/0105................................................................................................................................. 463
CS/0107................................................................................................................................. 471
CS/0110................................................................................................................................. 480
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CS/0119................................................................................................................................. 488
CS/0120................................................................................................................................. 497
CS/0191................................................................................................................................. 505
CS/0195................................................................................................................................. 513
CS/0208................................................................................................................................. 521
CS/0215................................................................................................................................. 529
CS/0216................................................................................................................................. 538
CS/0268................................................................................................................................. 546
CS/0272................................................................................................................................. 555
7.3.2 Caldicot and Portskewett........................................................................................... 563
CS/0066................................................................................................................................. 563
CS/0080................................................................................................................................. 571
CS/0104................................................................................................................................. 579
CS/0122................................................................................................................................. 587
CS/0192................................................................................................................................. 595
CS/0241................................................................................................................................. 603
CS/0242................................................................................................................................. 611
CS/0252................................................................................................................................. 619
CS/0257................................................................................................................................. 627
CS/0258................................................................................................................................. 635
7.3.3 Caerwent...................................................................................................................... 643
CS/0078................................................................................................................................. 643
CS/0256................................................................................................................................. 651
7.3.4 Chepstow..................................................................................................................... 659
CS/0029................................................................................................................................. 659
CS/0097................................................................................................................................. 668
CS/0102................................................................................................................................. 676
CS/0103................................................................................................................................. 684
CS/0141................................................................................................................................. 692
CS/0142................................................................................................................................. 700
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CS/0190................................................................................................................................. 708
CS/0231................................................................................................................................. 716
7.3.5 Devauden..................................................................................................................... 724
CS/0024................................................................................................................................. 724
CS/0032................................................................................................................................. 732
CS/0064................................................................................................................................. 740
7.3.6 Dingestow.................................................................................................................... 748
CS/0134................................................................................................................................. 748
CS/0135................................................................................................................................. 756
CS/0136................................................................................................................................. 764
CS/0183................................................................................................................................. 772
CS/0184................................................................................................................................. 780
7.3.7 Grosmont..................................................................................................................... 788
CS/0147................................................................................................................................. 788
CS/0212................................................................................................................................. 796
7.3.8 Little Mill ...................................................................................................................... 804
CS/0101................................................................................................................................. 804
CS/0277................................................................................................................................. 812
7.3.9 Llangybi ....................................................................................................................... 820
CS/0053................................................................................................................................. 820
CS/0055................................................................................................................................. 828
CS/0057................................................................................................................................. 836
CS/0058................................................................................................................................. 844
CS/0059................................................................................................................................. 852
CS/0060................................................................................................................................. 860
CS/0061................................................................................................................................. 868
7.3.10 Llanishen................................................................................................................... 876
CS/0014................................................................................................................................. 876
CS/0189................................................................................................................................. 884
CS/0254................................................................................................................................. 892
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7.3.11 Llanvapley ................................................................................................................. 900
CS/0041................................................................................................................................. 900
7.3.12 Magor and Undy ....................................................................................................... 908
CS/0021................................................................................................................................. 908
CS/0085................................................................................................................................. 916
CS/0139................................................................................................................................. 924
CS/0140................................................................................................................................. 932
CS/0232................................................................................................................................. 940
7.3.13 Mathern...................................................................................................................... 948
CS/0046................................................................................................................................. 948
CS/0163................................................................................................................................. 956
CS/0164................................................................................................................................. 964
CS/0165................................................................................................................................. 972
CS/0167................................................................................................................................. 981
CS/0172................................................................................................................................. 989
7.3.14 Mitchel Troy............................................................................................................... 997
CS/0069................................................................................................................................. 997
CS/0115............................................................................................................................... 1005
CS/0117............................................................................................................................... 1014
7.3.15 Monmouth ............................................................................................................... 1022
CS/0008............................................................................................................................... 1022
CS/0018............................................................................................................................... 1030
CS/0074............................................................................................................................... 1038
CS/0079............................................................................................................................... 1047
CS/0083............................................................................................................................... 1055
CS/0089............................................................................................................................... 1063
CS/0090............................................................................................................................... 1071
CS/0091............................................................................................................................... 1079
CS/0093............................................................................................................................... 1088
CS/0094............................................................................................................................... 1096
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CS/0132............................................................................................................................... 1104
CS/0144............................................................................................................................... 1113
CS/0145............................................................................................................................... 1121
CS/0148............................................................................................................................... 1129
CS/0150............................................................................................................................... 1137
CS/0153............................................................................................................................... 1145
CS/0200............................................................................................................................... 1153
CS/0202............................................................................................................................... 1162
CS/0203............................................................................................................................... 1171
CS/0209............................................................................................................................... 1180
CS/0238............................................................................................................................... 1188
CS/0269............................................................................................................................... 1196
CS/0270............................................................................................................................... 1204
7.3.16 Penalt ....................................................................................................................... 1212
CS/0050............................................................................................................................... 1212
7.3.17 Penperlleni .............................................................................................................. 1220
CS/0031............................................................................................................................... 1220
CS/0197............................................................................................................................... 1228
7.3.18 Pwllmeyric ............................................................................................................... 1237
CS/0159............................................................................................................................... 1237
CS/0166............................................................................................................................... 1245
CS/0222............................................................................................................................... 1253
7.3. 19 Raglan..................................................................................................................... 1261
CS/0137............................................................................................................................... 1261
CS/0170............................................................................................................................... 1269
CS/0171............................................................................................................................... 1277
CS/0246............................................................................................................................... 1285
CS/0247............................................................................................................................... 1293
7.3.20 Rogiet....................................................................................................................... 1301
CS/0040............................................................................................................................... 1301
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CS/0048............................................................................................................................... 1309
CS/0228............................................................................................................................... 1317
CS/0233............................................................................................................................... 1325
CS/0259............................................................................................................................... 1333
7.3.21 Shirenewton/Mynyddbach ..................................................................................... 1341
CS/0022............................................................................................................................... 1341
CS/0073............................................................................................................................... 1349
CS/0075............................................................................................................................... 1357
7.3.22 St Arvans................................................................................................................. 1365
CS/0007............................................................................................................................... 1365
CS/0034............................................................................................................................... 1373
CS/0221............................................................................................................................... 1381
7.3.23 The Bryn .................................................................................................................. 1389
CS/0114............................................................................................................................... 1389
7.3.24 Tintern...................................................................................................................... 1397
CS/0011............................................................................................................................... 1397
7.3.25 Trellech .................................................................................................................... 1405
CS/0026............................................................................................................................... 1405
CS/0027............................................................................................................................... 1414
CS/0036............................................................................................................................... 1423
CS/0081............................................................................................................................... 1431
CS/0223............................................................................................................................... 1439
CS/0224............................................................................................................................... 1447
CS/0251............................................................................................................................... 1455
CS/0265............................................................................................................................... 1463
7.3.26 Usk ........................................................................................................................... 1471
CS/0146............................................................................................................................... 1471
CS/0149............................................................................................................................... 1479
CS/0157............................................................................................................................... 1488
CS/0161............................................................................................................................... 1496
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CS/0236............................................................................................................................... 1504
7.3.27 Werngifford/Pandy ................................................................................................. 1513
CS/0125............................................................................................................................... 1513
CS/0126............................................................................................................................... 1521
CS/0127............................................................................................................................... 1529
7.4 Candidate Non Residential Sites - Overall Biodiversity Values ...................... 1537
7.5 Candidate Sites that do not meet the Preferred Strategy - Overall Biodiversity Values 1538
8 Further Surveys .............................................................................................................. 1541
8.1 General Ecological Survey .................................................................................. 1541
8.2 Species Surveys ................................................................................................... 1542
9 Potential Impacts of Development on Biodiversity..................................................... 1543
10 Mitigation and Enhancement....................................................................................... 1544
11 Bibliography.................................................................................................................. 1546
12 Annexes......................................................................................................................... 1549
12.1 Annex 1: List of Sites ................................................................................................ 1549
12.2 Annex 2: Glossary ................................................................................................ 1557
12.3 Annex 3: Glossary of Habitats ............................................................................ 1560
12.4 Annex 4: Species Glossary ................................................................................. 1574
12.5 Annex 5: Policy and Legislation ......................................................................... 1585
12.6 Annex 6: Site Detail Form.................................................................................... 1590
12.7 Annex 7: Notes to Accompany Site Detail Form............................................... 1598
12.8 Annex 8: Hedgerow Classification...................................................................... 1603
12.9 Annex 7: Veteran and Mature Tree Classification............................................. 1603
12.10 Annex 9: MapInfo Coding Key............................................................................. 1604
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1 Executive Summary
This report details the broad nature conservation value of sites in
Monmouthshire which informs the new Monmouthshire LDP process through
reference to site detail forms, summary tables, interpretative text and GIS
layer files. This report concludes the evaluation of all the candidate sites put
forward in MCC’s LDP1.
Ecological assessments were undertaken to various degrees at 275 sites that
were designated as:
• Candidate Strategic Sites (47 sites)
• Candidate Sites that meet the Preferred Strategy (137 sites)
• Candidate Non Residential Sites (18 sites)
• Candidate Sites that do not meet the Preferred Strategy (73 sites)
The methodology and evaluation techniques used in the assessments are
defined within this report. The LDP Ecological Site Assessments were
undertaken by Gwent Ecology (GE)2 under contract to MCC.
All sites were subject to a desk-based assessment using information from
various sources including historical records and aerial photographs.
Information regarding protected species and sites was derived from South
East Wales Biological Records Centre (SEWBReC) and input into the Site
Detail Report by MCC.
At Candidate Strategic Sites and Candidate Sites that meet the Preferred Strategy, extended Phase 1 ecological surveys were undertaken and
recommendations for SINC designation made with respect to qualifying
features. Ecological surveys were completed during the months of April -
August. When possible, Candidate Non Residential Sites and Candidate
1 Three reports have already been submitted to Monmouthshire County Council (MCC) 2 Gwent Ecology is a consultancy arm of Gwent Wildlife Trust (GWT)
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Sites that do not meet the Preferred Strategy were subject to a brief walk-
over survey before the end of August 2009.
From desk-based and field assessments an evaluation of status or potential
impact on the biodiversity of the site was made and classified as either: High,
Medium or Low value. In addition to this, geographic information system layer
files were produced to provide visual representation of the ecological status of
each site as follows:
• Layer 1: Overall Biodiversity Value - illustrates the overall biodiversity value of each site
• Layer 2: Biodiversity Features - illustrates the value of detailed features
on Candidate Strategic Sites and Candidate Sites that meet the Preferred Strategy
• Layer 3: Phase 1 layers - summarises the results of the habitat surveys
in standard Phase 1 format on Candidate Strategic Sites and Candidate Sites that meet the Preferred Strategy
This assessment of the nature conservation value of sites within
Monmouthshire was subject to a number of inherent constraints that are
summarised as a list of caveats. The results are summarised in individual site
detail forms within the report to facilitate the evaluation of the status of any
site.
It is recommended that all sites be subject to a reassessment of condition
when under particular consideration under the planning process. Advice on
further survey requirements is provided. The potential impacts of development
on biodiversity are discussed with respect to the potential for mitigation and
enhancement initiatives.
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2 Introduction
Site specific evaluations were required by MCC to address the requirements
and the best practice recommendations relating to statutory development plan
production and biodiversity policy. These assessments provide an initial
baseline of ecological data to inform the preparation, appraisal and
examination of the LDP by MCC.
This work considers the existing ecological value of the proposed LDP sites,
principally based on botanical survey but with consideration of other potential
Protected or Biodiversity Action Plan (BAP) species that may be present (e.g.
otter, dormouse, great crested newt and horseshoe bat). Sites were also
assessed for their potential to qualify as Sites of Importance for Nature
Conservation (SINCs) using the Guidelines for the Selection of Wildlife Sites
in South Wales.3
The Site Specific Assessments complement the LDP Ecological Connectivity
Assessments of Settlements that was also undertaken in 2009 by GE under a
separate contract with MCC. Information gathered from this Connectivity
Assessment has been used to help inform the overall value of the proposed
LDP Candidate Sites.
This contract was managed by the Chief Executive of Gwent Wildlife Trust
(GWT)4 who jointly developed the scope of the assessment programme.
Project management, initial fieldwork and desk studies were undertaken by
the Conservation Manager of GWT. Some desk research, such as SEWBReC
searches, was carried out by MCC. The majority of the fieldwork was carried
out by another experienced surveyor subcontracted by GE with substantial
(20 years) local knowledge, particularly on the botanical interests of the sites.
Quality assurance was completed internally within GE through the support of
GWT volunteers experienced in ecosystem assessment.
3 South Wales Wildlife Sites Partnership, 2004 (as amended) 4 Julian Branscombe and subsequently Richard Park
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3 Requirements for LDP Candidate Site Assessment The requirements for this assessment programme were laid out in the
document Monmouthshire Local Development Plan – Biodiversity Proposal
under the heading: ‘Detailed LDP Candidate Site Assessments’. The contract
brief was refined through discussion between MCC and GE leading to the
following requirements for each LDP Candidate Site assessment.
3.1 Site Priority in LDP Process
LDP Candidate Sites were grouped by priority by MCC with respect to their
status within the Monmouthshire Local Development Plan process (see Annex
2, Glossary). The level and method of assessment applied to a site was
dependent on its priority as follows:
• LDP Candidate Strategic Sites - Desk-based and field survey
assessment
• LDP Candidate Sites that meet the Preferred Strategy - Desk-based
and field survey assessment
• LDP Candidate Non Residential Sites - Desk-based site review and
brief field survey where possible
• LDP Candidate Sites that do not meet the Preferred Strategy -
Desk-based site review and brief field survey where possible
3.2 Desk-Based Study
Each site was subject to a desk-based assessment using information from
various sources (historical records and aerial photographs). Information
regarding records of protected species was obtained from the South East
Wales Biological Records Centre (SEWBReC) and interpreted by MCC.
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These were supplied and copied onto the Site Detail Reports MCC’s
Biodiversity and Ecology Officer.
3.3 Field Assessments
For Candidate Strategic Sites and Candidate Sites that meet the Preferred Strategy, extended Phase 1 surveys were undertaken, applying
the following criteria:
• Habitats present and features of nature conservation interest
• Presence of protected or BAP species
• Condition of the site with respect to its potential to qualify as SINC
• Present land use (where discernable)
• Consideration of all hedgerows in the context of the Hedgerow
Regulations
• Requirement for further ecological survey
• Qualitative assessment of adjoining areas to identify land use
When it was possible (see section 6) to survey Candidate Non Residential Sites and Candidate Sites that do not meet the Preferred Strategy, these
were subject to a walk-over survey to provide a general assessment of nature
conservation value.
3.4 Biodiversity Assessment
Using the results of the desk-based survey and field assessments, an
evaluation of status or impact of the biodiversity of the site was made and
classified as either: High, Medium or Low value.
For Candidate Strategic Sites and Candidate Sites that meet the Preferred Strategy, the existing species or habitat features that should be
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retained or protected were identified. Further surveys, mitigation and
enhancement issues were also defined for each site.
3.5 SINC Designation Candidate Strategic Sites and Candidate Sites that meet the Preferred Strategy were assessed against the criteria in the ‘Guidelines for the
Selection of Wildlife Sites in South East Wales’5. Note that the SINC
Guidelines criterion has been revised for Monmouthshire6. These revised
guidelines were used in conjunction with the Guidelines for the Selection of
Wildlife Sites in South East Wales. Recommendations for SINC designation
were made on the basis of the field assessment of qualifying features. Where
field assessments were not possible, further survey is recommended for sites
judged as likely to meet the criteria.
5 South Wales Wildlife Sites Partnership, 2004 (as amended) 6 Review of the Guidelines for the Selection of Wildlife Sites in South Wales, to ensure special regard for Monmouthshire, January 2009
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4 Summary of Outputs
4.1 Detailed Site Assessments
For Candidate Strategic Sites and Candidate Sites that meet the Preferred Strategy, the following features were defined and illustrated in GIS
Information Layer files:
• Layer 1: Overall Biodiversity Value Layer - Overall value for
biodiversity
• Layer 2: Biodiversity Features Layer - Detailed areas of importance
for biodiversity
• Layer 3: Habitat Coding Layer - Phase 1 survey habitat coding
The Information Layer Files are described in more detail within section 5.4.
4.2 Site Values
For all sites, the overall value for biodiversity was defined.
4.3 SINC Quality
Sites that were of SINC quality or potentially of SINC quality were identified
(see Annex 7).
4.4 A Detailed Report of the LDP Site Assessment
A paper and digital copy of a report detailing the nature conservation value of
Local Development Plan (LDP) Candidate Sites in Monmouthshire.
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5 Methods
The prioritisation and division of the 275 Local Development Plan (LDP)
Candidate Sites was as follows:
• LDP Candidate Strategic Sites - 47 sites
• LDP Candidate Sites that meet the Preferred Strategy - 137 sites
• LDP Candidate Non Residential Sites - 18 sites
• LDP Candidate Sites that do not meet the Preferred Strategy - 73
sites
A list of these sites is detailed in Annex 1.
5.1 Desk-Based Assessment
Desk-based assessments for all LDP Candidate Sites used the following
sources of information:
• Local Wildlife Site/SINC information: GIS layer, assessed and
interpreted by MCC
• Protected species search within 250m from SEWBReC: assessed
and interpreted by MCC
• Protected site search within 250m from SEWBReC: assessed and
interpreted by MCC
• 1991 CCW Phase 1 Survey: GIS layer
• Ancient Woodland Inventory: GIS layer
• Aerial Photos: web based images
• Gwent Grassland Initiative work 2005-8
Each site was initially assessed by the Biodiversity and Ecology Officer at
MCC relating to SEWBReC data and the information recorded on the Site
Detail Form. This was supplemented by further desk-based review.
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5.2 Field Assessment
Because of the need to survey during the optimum period for the assessment
of biodiversity and habitats, all the Candidate Strategic Sites and Candidate Sites that meet the Preferred Strategy were assessed during the months of
April - July 2009. Sites were surveyed according to the methodology detailed
in the ‘Handbook for Phase 1 habitat survey’7. The following details and
features were also noted:
• Nature conservation interest - features
• Protected or BAP species - signs indicating presence
• Site of Importance for Nature Conservation - condition of the site
with respect to its potential to qualify as a SINC
• Hedgerows - condition and length
• Veteran trees - presence of mature trees
• Use of the site - present use
• Adjoining land uses or habitats
• Requirement for further ecological survey
As many Candidate Non Residential Sites and Candidate Sites that do not meet the Preferred Strategy as possible were surveyed in the remainder
of the survey season (up to the end of August). These were subject to a brief
walk-over survey, where the overall condition and value of the site was
assessed.
7 JNCC, 2003
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5.3 Evaluation Criteria
Sites were evaluated using the following criteria. This was drawn together
using the Ratcliffe Criteria8 and Local Wildlife Site guidelines9.
HIGH (Red)
o Site already designated as SSSI/LWS/ANSW o Site assessed and of Local Wildlife Site quality o Protected species recorded on site o Site of great value for connecting semi-natural habitats in
the landscape
MEDIUM (Orange) o Site close to Local Wildlife Site but threshold for
designation not reached, based on the limited data that could be gathered through this survey contract
o Presence of UKBAP habitat o Local Wildlife Site present within site of lower biodiversity
value o Veteran mature tree/s present o Important hedgerow/s present o Possible chance of protected species on site or very near
to site o Site adjacent to a SSSI/LWS/ANSW o Site of value for connecting semi-natural habitats in the
landscape
LOW (Green) o Site assessed as not of Local Wildlife Site quality o Limited or no features of biodiversity interest o No protected species on or near site o Site not near any protected sites/ANSW o Site of very limited current value for connecting semi-
natural habitats in the landscape
8 Ratcliffe, 1977 9 South Wales Wildlife Sites Partnership, 2004 (as amended)
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5.4 GIS Information Layers
5.4.1 Layer 1: Overall Biodiversity Value Based on the desk-based assessment and any field survey results, each site
was assessed for overall biodiversity value based on the above criteria (see
section 5.3) and coloured accordingly. This layer includes and illustrates the
margins of the habitat under consideration and its associated biodiversity
value, regardless of site priority.
5.4.2 Layer 2: Biodiversity Features
Candidate Strategic Sites and Candidate Sites that meet the Preferred Strategy were mapped in more detail according to the presence of
biodiversity and habitat features including:
Hedgerows: The value of hedgerows on each site was assessed using a
simplified version of the Hedgerow Regulations10 in liaison with MCC. This
abbreviation of the Hedgerow assessment was necessary to reduce survey
time. A hedgerow was classed as high (red), medium (orange) or low (green)
biodiversity value based on these criteria (stated on the site detail form, Annex
6). The hedgerows were then coloured accordingly as to their value and
mapped on the GIS layer.
Veteran trees: The value of all trees on each site was assessed using criteria
based on the Guidelines for the Selection of Wildlife Sites in South Wales11.
Trees classed as veteran or mature trees are identified on this layer (red
circles).
Habitats: Habitats within the margins of the site are further identified and
evaluated. For example a field of improved grassland would be coloured with
green hatching but the marshy grassland area located at one corner,
10 DEFRA, 1997 11 South Wales Wildlife Sites Partnership, 2004 (as amended)
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characterised by a diversity of plant species, would be coloured with orange
hatching.
Additional Features: that were unusual and of biodiversity or habitat interest
are identified (red stars) with supporting details added to the layer file (using
the info tool in MapInfo). Features include: badger setts, rare plants, and
important features that were not captured in Layers 1 or 3.
Note: These data above form three layers (habitats, linear features and
symbols) that should be viewed simultaneously.
5.5 Layer 3: Phase 1 Survey
Candidate Strategic Sites and Candidate Sites that meet the Preferred Strategy were mapped using the Phase 1 Habitat Survey codes12 on a GIS
layer according to the findings of the field survey. Further ecological detail
within each site was then recorded using the info tool in MapInfo. A key to
show the Phase 1 colour coding using MapInfo is found in Annex 9.
5.6 Site Detail Form
A Site Detail Form13 was completed for each Candidate Strategic Site and
Candidate Site that meets the Preferred Strategy based on both field
survey and desk-based assessments14. A blank Site Detail Form and
accompanying explanatory notes are provided in Annexes 6 & 7.
12 JNCC, 1990 13 Site Detail Form was designed by MCC in consultation with GWT 14 It should be noted that some of this information may be sensitive and should remain confidential in order to protect habitats and species. We disclaim any responsibility to the client and others in respect to this information being made known to the general public.
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5.7 SINC Recommendations
Sites meeting the criteria in the ‘Guidelines for the Selection of Wildlife Sites in
South East Wales’ are recommended for SINC designation15. A summary list
of recommended sites is provided in section 7.1. Spatial definition of SINC
boundaries was beyond the scope of this study (see note in section 6.2).
6 Caveats and Constraints
This assessment of nature conservation value of sites within Monmouthshire
is subject to a number of inherent constraints that are summarised in this
section of the report. These caveats do not necessarily limit the value of the
assessments undertaken but should be evaluated and understood within the
LDP process to ensure that information within the report, survey forms and
information layer files are correctly interpreted.
6.1 Survey Limitations
All ecological surveys are subject to certain limitations:
Information gathered by survey is a standing, one-off assessment of
status whereas species abundance, diversity and habitats may differ by
season and through time and may be altered from this original
recorded status.
Habitat assessments focused on the botanical features of the site.
However, consideration was given to all wildlife groups (mammals,
amphibians, reptiles, fish, invertebrates and birds) and included an
assessment of presence of all listed and protected species.
Areas such as cliffs, rivers, impenetrable bushes and bramble patches
were assessed from the margins.
15 A recommended SINC must be approved by the SINC panel before it can be designated.
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Direct sightings or field signs on a site were interpreted as definitive
evidence of the occurrence of a species or habitat and recorded as
such.
6.2 Assessment Limitations Only a proportion of the Candidate Non Residential Sites and Candidate Sites that do not meet the Preferred Strategy (see summary in sections 7.4
& 7.5) were surveyed. Those without the benefit of a site visit were therefore
evaluated on the basis of a desk-based assessment using sources of
information detailed in section 5.1. This was due to the following factors:
Initial delays in the commencement of the survey programme had a
knock-on effect resulting in some Candidate Sites that meet the Preferred Strategy being surveyed later than planned (July and
August). This was due primarily to the development of the Site Detail
Form and the need for meetings and debate on the scope of the
assessment at the onset of the programme. This was undertaken jointly
by MCC and GE and delayed survey work by about two weeks.
The planned temporal window (July and August) for completion of
Candidate Non Residential Sites and Candidate Sites that do not meet the Preferred Strategy was constricted by the need to finalise
some of the outstanding Candidate Sites that meet the Preferred Strategy site assessments.
Local land management issues limited access to a number of sites,
particularly the cutting of hay. Poor weather conditions limited the number of days when surveys
could be completed within the planned survey-window.
The risk assessment at some sites precluded lone working (presence
of dangerous livestock, urban risk to lone workers, dangerous
materials, deep water etc). In these instances, only cursory survey of
the site was undertaken using binoculars.
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A few surveys of the Candidate Non Residential Sites and
Candidate Sites that do not meet the Preferred Strategy, planned
for the last few weeks of the survey-window, were not completed due to
staffing constraints within GE.
6.3 Information Limitations
A number of factors affected the scope of the information available for
Candidate Strategic Sites, Candidate Sites that meet the Preferred Strategy, Candidate Non Residential Sites and Candidate Sites that do not meet the Preferred Strategy:
Some of the data and information provided by MCC at the start of the
project was not in a consistent format (e.g. site reference numbers
referring to a block area with no designated boundaries). Similarly there
were some initial delays in the provision of relevant maps, SEWBReC
data and clarification on the number and status of sites that
compounded some of the delays with respect to the commencement of
survey work.
Data and information from SEWBReC or other anecdotal sources are
clearly historic and often records from a single season. It is important
to acknowledge that habitats and species vary significantly with season
and may be altered from this original recorded status.
Sites were assessed for their potential to qualify as Sites of Importance
for Nature Conservation (SINCs) based on an abbreviated protocol.
This was a pragmatic solution to the assessment of a large number of
sites within a limited time and resource framework – with limited effect
on data quality. Species are listed under their highest level of protection. E.g. bats
receive protection from both European and UK legislation, but are listed
under European Protected Species only.
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Boundaries of recommended SINCs are deliberately not defined
(although their boundary would approximate to orange and red areas of
the Biodiversity Features GIS Layer). This is because the SINC
boundary must be informed by the species present, the appropriate
habitat, and the relationships to adjoining areas. This is decided by the
SINC panel.
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7 Results
The following is a summary of the results for the:
• LDP Candidate Strategic Sites
• LDP Candidate Sites that meet the Preferred Strategy
• LDP Candidate Non Residential Sites
• LDP Candidate Sites that do not meet the Preferred Strategy
For assessment details relating to Candidate Strategic Sites and Candidate Sites that meet the Preferred Strategy, reference should be made to the
Site Detail Forms which are enclosed in their entirety within this report. Visual
summaries of the results can also be viewed in the GIS layer Files.
SINC recommendations for all sites are listed in section 7.1. The Site Detail
Forms within sections 7.2 and 7.3 represent the results for Candidate Strategic Sites and Candidate Sites that meet the Preferred Strategy.
Sections 7.4 and 7.5 represent all the results for Candidate Non Residential Sites and Candidate Sites that do not meet the Preferred Strategy:
7.1 SINC Recommendations Sites meeting the criteria in the ‘Guidelines for the Selection of Wildlife Sites in
South East Wales’ are recommended for SINC designation.
The following table summarises all the sites recommended for SINC
designation:
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Sites Recommended for SINC (Whole Site) Candidate Strategic Sites Candidate site ref:
Site Name: Grid Reference:
Qualifying feature:
CS/0100
Chapel Ed Lane,
Penperlleni
SO 325045394 Woodlands, neutral
grasslands, marshy
grasslands, watercourses,
other features (anthills)
and vascular plants
CS/0168 Land north of Piercefield
Avenue Chepstow
ST 5270694466 Woodlands
CS/0207 Crossways Green,
Chepstow
ST 5205094343 Woodland
Candidate Sites that meet the Preferred Strategy Candidate site ref:
Site Name and Location:
Grid Reference:
Qualifying feature:
CS/0024 Land west of B4295 and
north of Devauden,
Chepstow
ST 4823799271 Neutral grassland,
hedgerows
CS/0036
Hillcrest, Catbrook
Road, Trellech
SO 5008104980 Neutral grassland
CS/0050 Babington Meadow,
Penallt
SO 5209408955 Neutral grassland,
hedgerows
CS/0054 Land at Ross Road,
Abergavenny
SO 3098515365 Watercourse, mosaic
habitats
CS/0073 Land off Usk Road,
Mynyddbach,
Shirenewton
ST 4821994396 Neutral grassland,
hedgerows
CS/0078 Caldicot Road,
Caerwent
ST 4709989949 Neutral grassland,
hedgerows
CS/0241 Land opposite Pill Farm
Ind. Est, Caldicot
ST 4900187443 Neutral grassland
CS/0257
Land at Longfellow
Road, Caldicot
ST 4699788161 Neutral grassland
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Sites Recommended for SINC (Part or Borderline) Candidate Strategic Sites Candidate site ref:
Site Name and Location:
Grid Reference:
Qualifying feature:
CS/0033 Land north /northeast
Castle Oaks, Usk
SO 3798501587 Neutral grassland,
hedgerows (part /
borderline)
CS/0049 Land east of Rogiet,
Rogiet
ST 4674588564 Neutral grassland
(part)
CS/0096 Bayfield, Chepstow ST 5215194062 Neutral grassland
(part)
CS/0106 Maindiff Court
Hospital, Abergavenny
SO 3159915324 Parklands, orchards and
veteran trees, neutral
grasslands (part /
borderline)
CS/0108 Nevill Hall Hospital,
Abergavenny
SO 2883614390 Standing open water,
veteran trees, neutral
grasslands (part)
CS/0158 Fairfield Mabey,
Station Road,
Chepstow
ST 5378893548 Mosaic habitats
(part)
CS/0169 Land at Crossway
Green, Chepstow
ST 5221894465 Neutral grassland,
hedgerows (borderline)
CS/0177 The Hill, Abergavenny SO 2951615532 Woodland, veteran trees
(borderline)
CS/0198 Llanellen Court Farm,
Llanellen
SO 3025710523 Standing open water, watercourses, swamps and orchards (part)
CS/0227 Land adjoining Old
Hereford Road,
Abergavenny
SO 3026515862 Neutral grassland,
hedgerows (borderline)
CS/0244 Rockfield Farm, The
Elms, Undy
ST 4379987691 Scrub communities
(part)
CS/0249 Land at Grange Road,
Magor
ST 4277687699 Neutral grassland (part /
borderline)
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CS/0260 Former paper mill,
Sudbrook
ST 5001087459 Mosaic habitats (part /
borderline)
CS/0266 Rockfield Farm, Magor ST 4429387568 Scrub communities,
grasslands, hedgerows,
mosaic habitats (part)
Candidate Sites that meet the Preferred Strategy Candidate site ref:
Site Name and Location:
Grid Reference: Qualifying feature:
CS/0014 Field adjacent
Llanishen Village Hall,
Llanishen
SO 4754703069 Woodlands (part /
extension to existing
SINC)
CS/0015 Land at Waterloo
Court, The Cutting,
Llanfoist
SO 2895913509 Neutral grassland
(part)
CS/0021 Land at Magor, Magor ST 4090287300 Vascular plants, standing
open water (part)
CS/0026 Land adj Spring Villa,
Trellech
SO 5016605231 Marshy grasslands
(part)
CS/0027 Land adj Spring Villa,
Trellech
SO 5016605231 Marshy grasslands
(part)
CS/0029 Chepstow
Racecourse,
Chepstow
ST 5257895640 Woodlands, parkland,
veteran trees, standing
open water, other
features (part - extension
to existing SINC)
CS/0069 Land adj to
Greenacres &
Brambles, Mitchel
Troy
SO 4954010400 Neutral grassland
(borderline)
CS/0105 Maindiff Court
Hospital, Ross Road
SO 3151515316 Parklands, orchards and
veteran trees, neutral
grasslands (part /
borderline)
CS/0107 Nevill Hall Hospital,
Abergavenny
SO 2883614390 Standing open water,
veteran trees, neutral
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grassland (part)
CS/0125 Land adjacent Wern
Gifford, Pandy
SO 3319521082 Neutral grassland
(borderline)
CS/0126 Land adjacent Wern
Gifford, Pandy
SO 3319521082 Neutral grassland
(part / borderline)
CS/0127 Land adjacent Wern
Gifford, Pandy
SO 3319521082 Neutral grassland
(part / borderline)
CS/0132 Forge Paddocks,
Osbaston Road,
Monmouth
SO 5033013847
Woodland, watercourses
(borderline)
CS/0164 Area B2 (1) Wyelands
Estate, Mathern
ST 5211291578 Neutral grassland,
marshy grasslands,
mosaic habitats (part /
borderline)
CS/0202 Land at Croft-y-Bwla,
Monmouth
SO 4867513218
Woodland, watercourses,
grassland (part)
CS/0203 Land at Croft-y-Bwla,
Monmouth
SO 4867513218
Woodland, watercourses,
grassland (part)
CS/0208 Orchard house lands,
Abergavenny
SO 2855915327
Neutral grassland,
orchard (borderline)
CS/0216 Land west of
Monmouth Road,
Abergavenny
SO 3023213387 Woodland, watercourse
(part)
CS/0231 Land rear of St Annes
Nursing Home, Welsh
Street
ST 260094603 Woodland and scrub
mosaic
(borderline)
CS/0232 Land rear of Woodland
House, Magor
ST 4204587699 Neutral Grasslands
(whole / borderline)
CS/0252 Land adj. to Dewstone
Road, Caldicot
ST 4707688540 Neutral grassland
(borderline)
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Sites Identified as Potentially Meeting SINC Criteria, Subject to Further Survey Candidate site ref:
Site Name and Location: Potential qualifying feature:
CS/0001 Tredegar Farm, Earlswood Woodland, open water, neutral
grassland
CS/0002 Wentwood Mill grounds,
Earlswood
Mosaic habitats, scrub communities
CS/0003 Land adj. Falcon Lodge, The
Narth
Neutral grassland (part designated)
CS/0009 Land off Usk Road, Llanhennock Neutral grassland
CS/0052 Catbrook Football Fields Neutral grassland
CS/0042 Rock Cottage, Lydart Neutral grassland
CS/0044 Black Rock Farm, Portskewett Mosaic habitat, scrub communities
CS/0045 Land adj. Conamore, Cuckoo’s
Row
Neutral grassland
CS/0065 Field NW of The Grove House Neutral grassland, watercourses
CS/0068 Land adj. Thorncroft, The Narth Neutral grassland (part designated)
CS/0070 Land adj. The Grove, Catbrook Neutral grassland, watercourses
CS/0086 Land south of Betholey House,
Tredunnock
Mosaic habitats, watercourses
CS/0143 High Glanau,
Lydart
Woodland
CS/0187 Charteris,
Nantyderry
Neutral grassland
CS/0188 The Patch, Elms Road, Raglan Neutral grassland (already
designated)
CS/0204 Southeast fringes of The Narth Woodland
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CS/0205 Land at Itton Common Woodland
CS/0206 Eastern fringes of Llandogo Woodland
CS/0234 Land adjoining The Rectory,
Bettws Newydd
Mature trees, possible species-rich
grassland
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7.2 Candidate Strategic Sites Reference No:
CS/0004
Site General Information
Name: Major’s Barn, Old Hereford
Road Location Abergavenny Grid Ref: SO 2993115774 Site Area (ha): 8.08 Proposed Development: Housing (private and affordable) Current Use: grazed pastures, 2 fields General Features:
• semi-improved species-rich grassland
• semi-improved species-poor grassland
• marshy/wetland feature • species-rich hedgerows • mature and veteran trees
Identified Biodiversity Value
MEDIUM
Are biodiversity constraints significant enough to prevent development of:
The whole site? YES NO
Part of the site? YES NO
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Protected Species Are there European Protected Species issues for this site?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
Bats Dormouse Otter Great crested newt Are there issues for species protected under UK legislation (not included
above)?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
Breeding birds Badger Slow worm Grass snake
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Are there records for UK or Wales Priority Species (not included above)?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
Polecat Hedgehog Brown hare UKBAP fungi UKBAP invertebrates Are there records for Monmouthshire LBAP Species (not included above)?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
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Designated Sites Is the site within or adjacent to an International or European Designated Site?
(Special Protection Area, RAMSAR Site or Special Area of Conservation) (Underline the relevant designation)
Within Directly adjacent/within 250m buffer
Within 500m buffer No
Is the site within or adjacent to a Nationally Designated Site?
(National Nature Reserve or Site of Special Scientific Interest) (Underline the relevant designation)
Within Directly adjacent/within 250m buffer
Within 500m buffer No
Is the site within a Locally Designated Site?
(Local Nature Reserve or Site of Importance for Nature Conservation)
Within Directly adjacent/within 250m buffer Within 500m buffer No
SAC: Sugar Loaf Woodlands SSSI: Sugar Loaf Woodlands
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Is the whole site or part of the site of SINC (Local Wildlife Site) quality? (underline whole or part as appropriate)
Yes
Notification form in site file
Qualifying criteria Borderline No
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Habitats and Important Features On Site Habitat
UK Priority Habitat
Wales Priority Habitat
LBAP Habitat
% of whole site
SNG species-rich 48 SNG species-poor 38 Hedgerows <5 Mature/Veteran trees
<4
Marshy grassland <5 Adjacent land use School and housing to the south. Semi-improved grassland to north and east. Site Habitat Value Map (Red = High, Amber = Medium, Green = Low). Site boundary shown in blue. Site overlaps with CS/0047.
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0047/0177
0004
0227
0047
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Is the site or part of the site designated ancient woodland? (to be shown on site map)
Yes Part Adjacent to No Are there any veteran or mature trees on site?
(to be shown on site map)
Yes No If ‘Yes’ how many and what species? Does the site have any hedgerows?
(to be shown on site map) Species-rich (high) potential Hedgerow Regs Quality
Length 1010m
Species-poor (medium) Has some potential Length m
Species-poor (low) Single species dominant. Gappy
Length m
No
Does the site have any water features present?
Ponds Steams Ditches Other: spring
No
Does the site have any connectivity value to either adjacent habitat or the wider landscape? Yes Some No
English Oak x1 English Oak (dead standing) x1
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Conclusions What additional ecological surveys/assessments will be required? General ecological survey prior to development. Bat survey of mature/dead/veteran trees. Assessment of hedgerows for potential for dormice. Assessment for presence/absence of great crested newt. Summary of biodiversity features to be considered Notable species identified Spring and marshy grassland Hedgerows Species-rich grassland Mature and veteran trees Connectivity features SAC: Sugar Loaf Woodlands SSSI: Sugar Loaf Woodlands Recommended measures Hedgerows and Trees Protect hedgerows and trees during construction according to BS 5837. Wetland and Watercourses Fence around the wetland area at the spring. Use soft engineering techniques. Control pollution from development site. Species Species mitigation may be required depending on the results of further surveys. Connectivity Development should retain or increase linear features (such as hedgerows and watercourses). Development should retain or create semi-natural habitat as ecological corridors or stepping stones (see connectivity study).
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Reference No:
CS/0023
Site General Information
Name: Adjacent Langley Villa, St.
Brides Road Location Magor Grid Ref: ST 4239287722 Site Area (ha): 0.48 Proposed Development: Residential Current Use: grazed pasture, 1 field General Features:
• unimproved species-rich grassland
• species-rich hedgerows
• broad-leaved woodland on road embankment
• scrub • garden
The site is included within the large site of CS/0266
Identified Biodiversity Value
MEDIUM
Are biodiversity constraints significant enough to prevent development of:
The whole site? YES NO
Part of the site? YES NO
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Protected Species Are there European Protected Species issues for this site?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
Bat (unspecified species)
Bats
Dormouse Are there issues for species protected under UK legislation (not included
above)?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
Eurasian hobby Badger Redwing Breeding birds Fieldfare Slow worm
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Are there records for UK or Wales Priority Species (not included above)?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
Hawfinch Hedgehog European turtle dove Polecat Are there records for Monmouthshire LBAP Species (not included above)?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
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Designated Sites Is the site within or adjacent to an International or European Designated Site?
(Special Protection Area, RAMSAR Site or Special Area of Conservation) (Underline the relevant designation)
Within Directly adjacent/within 250m buffer Within 500m buffer No
Is the site within or adjacent to a Nationally Designated Site?
(National Nature Reserve or Site of Special Scientific Interest) (Underline the relevant designation)
Within Directly adjacent/within 250m buffer Within 500m buffer No
Is the site within a Locally Designated Site?
(Local Nature Reserve or Site of Importance for Nature Conservation)
Within Directly adjacent/within 250m buffer
Within 500m buffer No
SINC: Upper Grange Farm Field.
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Is the whole site or part of the site of SINC (Local Wildlife Site) quality? (underline whole or part as appropriate)
Yes
Notification form in site file
Qualifying criteria Borderline No
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Habitats and Important Features On Site Habitat
UK Priority Habitat
Wales Priority Habitat
LBAP Habitat
% of whole site
SNG species-rich 85 Species-rich hedgerows
<5
Scrub <5 Garden <5 Adjacent land use Road embankment, broad-leaved woodland to north. Houses to south. Site Habitat Value Map (Red = High, Amber = Medium, Green = Low). Site boundary shown in blue. Site overlaps withCS/0266
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0023 0249/ 0266
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Is the site or part of the site designated ancient woodland? (to be shown on site map)
Yes Part Adjacent to No Are there any veteran or mature trees on site?
(to be shown on site map)
Yes No If ‘Yes’ how many and what species? Does the site have any hedgerows?
(to be shown on site map) Species-rich (high) potential Hedgerow Regs Quality
Length 152m
Species-poor (medium) Has some potential Length m
Species-poor (low) Single species dominant. Gappy
Length m
No
Does the site have any water features present?
Ponds Steams Ditches Other: No
Does the site have any connectivity value to either adjacent habitat or the wider landscape? Yes Some No
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Conclusions What additional ecological surveys/assessments will be required? General ecological survey prior to development. Bat survey of mature/dead trees. Assessment of hedgerows for potential for dormice. Summary of biodiversity features to be considered Notable species identified Hedgerows Species-rich grassland Scrub Connectivity features SINC: Upper Grange Farm Field Recommended measures Hedgerows and Trees Protect hedgerows and trees during construction according to BS 5837. Grassland Fence off areas of species-rich grassland prior to and during construction. Species Species mitigation may be required depending on the results of further surveys. Connectivity Development should retain or increase linear features (such as hedgerows and watercourses). Development should retain or create semi-natural habitat as ecological corridors or stepping stones (see connectivity study).
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Reference No:
CS/0025
Site General Information
Name: Ifton Quarry, Caldicot Road Location Rogiet Grid Ref: ST 4641388156 Site Area (ha): 0.55 Proposed Development: Residential Current Use: industrial General Features:
• brownfield • semi-improved species-poor grassland • deciduous woodland • buildings and tarmac
Identified Biodiversity Value
LOW Are biodiversity constraints significant enough to prevent development of:
The whole site? YES NO
Part of the site? YES NO
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Protected Species Are there European Protected Species issues for this site?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
Lesser horseshoe bat Bats Dormice Are there issues for species protected under UK legislation (not included
above)?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
Breeding birds Badger Slow worm
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Are there records for UK or Wales Priority Species (not included above)?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
Hedgehog Polecat Are there records for Monmouthshire LBAP Species (not included above)?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
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Designated Sites Is the site within or adjacent to an International or European Designated Site?
(Special Protection Area, RAMSAR Site or Special Area of Conservation) (Underline the relevant designation)
Within Directly adjacent/within 250m buffer Within 500m buffer No
Is the site within or adjacent to a Nationally Designated Site?
(National Nature Reserve or Site of Special Scientific Interest) (Underline the relevant designation)
Within Directly adjacent/within 250m buffer Within 500m buffer No
Is the site within a Locally Designated Site?
(Local Nature Reserve or Site of Importance for Nature Conservation)
Within Directly adjacent/within 250m buffer Within 500m buffer No
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Is the whole site or part of the site of SINC (Local Wildlife Site) quality? (underline whole or part as appropriate)
Yes
Notification form in site file
Qualifying criteria Borderline No
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Habitats and Important Features On Site Habitat
UK Priority Habitat
Wales Priority Habitat
LBAP Habitat
% of whole site
SNG species-poor 30 Woodland 20 Industrial (buildings and tarmac)
50
Adjacent land use M48 and scrubby banks to north. Housing and roads to west and south. Garage to east. Site Habitat Value Map (Red = High, Amber = Medium, Green = Low)
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0025
0049/ 0229
0230/0259
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Is the site or part of the site designated ancient woodland? (to be shown on site map)
Yes Part Adjacent to No Are there any veteran or mature trees on site?
(to be shown on site map)
Yes No If ‘Yes’ how many and what species? Does the site have any hedgerows?
(to be shown on site map) Species-rich (high) potential Hedgerow Regs Quality
Length m
Species-poor (medium) Has some potential Length m
Species-poor (low) Single species dominant. Gappy
Length m
No
Does the site have any water features present?
Ponds Streams Ditches Other: No
Does the site have any connectivity value to either adjacent habitat or the wider landscape? Yes Some No
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Conclusions What additional ecological surveys/assessments will be required? General ecological survey prior to development. Bat survey of mature/dead trees and buildings. Summary of biodiversity features to be considered Notable species identified Scrub and woodland Connectivity feature Recommended measures Woodlands Retain area around trees as a buffer and fence off during development according to BS 5837. Minimise light and noise disturbance during and after development. Where possible, link isolated groups to each other or to the wider countryside. Species Species mitigation may be required depending on the results of further surveys. Connectivity Development should retain or create semi-natural habitat as ecological corridors or stepping stones (see connectivity study).
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Reference No:
CS/0033
Site General Information
Name: Land north/northeast Castle
Oaks Location Usk Grid Ref: SO 3798501587 Site Area (ha): 5.12 Proposed Development: Residential Current Use: grazed pasture and unmanaged meadow, 5 fields General Features: 8 semi-improved species-poor
grassland 9 semi-improved species-rich
grassland
10 species-rich hedgerows 11 stream 12 mature trees 13 deciduous woodland
Identified Biodiversity Value
MEDIUM Are biodiversity constraints significant enough to prevent development of:
The whole site? YES NO
Part of the site? YES NO
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Protected Species Are there European Protected Species issues for this site?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
Great crested newt Bats Pipistrelle bat species Dormice Whiskered/Brandt’s bat Great crested newt Noctule bat Are there issues for species protected under UK legislation (not included
above)?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
Badger Breeding birds Slow worm White-clawed crayfish
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Are there records for UK or Wales Priority Species (not included above)?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
Hedgehog Polecat Hedgehog UKBAP fungi UKBAP invertebrates Common toad Harvest mouse Are there records for Monmouthshire LBAP Species (not included above)?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
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Designated Sites Is the site within or adjacent to an International or European Designated Site?
(Special Protection Area, RAMSAR Site or Special Area of Conservation) (Underline the relevant designation)
Within Directly adjacent/within 250m buffer Within 500m buffer
No
Is the site within or adjacent to a Nationally Designated Site?
(National Nature Reserve or Site of Special Scientific Interest) (Underline the relevant designation)
Within Directly adjacent/within 250m buffer Within 500m buffer
No
Is the site within a Locally Designated Site?
(Local Nature Reserve or Site of Importance for Nature Conservation)
Within Directly adjacent/within 250m buffer
Within 500m buffer
No
SAC: River Usk SSSI: River Usk (Lower Usk) SINC: Olway Brook, Cockshoot Wood, Park Wood, Park Wood Strip Cwm Cayo and Newbarn Farm Wood
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Is the whole site or part of the site of SINC (Local Wildlife Site) quality? (underline whole or part as appropriate)
Yes
Notification form in site file
Qualifying criteria Borderline No
To be verified by SINC panel
H4) Neutral Grasslands H17) Hedgerows
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Habitats and Important Features On Site Habitat
UK Priority Habitat
Wales Priority Habitat
LBAP Habitat
% of whole site
SNG species-rich 55 SNG species-poor
30
Woodland <5 Stream <1 Hedgerows <5 Mature trees <4 Adjacent land use Ancient woodland to north. Improved grassland to north. Semi-improved grassland to east. Housing to south. Improved grassland to west. Site Habitat Quality Map (Red = High, Amber = Medium, Green = Low)
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0033
0063
0033
0161/0162
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Is the site or part of the site designated ancient woodland? (to be shown on site map)
Yes Part Adjacent to No Are there any veteran or mature trees on site?
(to be shown on site map)
Yes No If ‘Yes’ how many and what species? Does the site have any hedgerows?
(to be shown on site map) Species-rich (high) potential Hedgerow Regs Quality
Length 1433m
Species-poor (medium) Has some potential Length m
Species-poor (low) Single species dominant. Gappy
Length m
No
Does the site have any water features present?
Ponds Steams
Ditches Other: No
Does the site have any connectivity value to either adjacent habitat or the wider landscape? Yes Some No
English Oak x 1 Common Ash x 1
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Conclusions What additional ecological surveys/assessments will be required? General ecological survey prior to development. Bat survey of mature/dead trees. Assessment of riparian habitat for potential for water voles and otters. Assessment of hedgerows for potential for dormice. Assessment for presence/absence of great crested newt. Depending on development details, Habitat Regulations Assessment may be required due to proximity to the River Usk SAC and the Olway Brook SINC as a tributary of the River Usk SAC. Summary of biodiversity features to be considered Notable species identified Hedgerows Species-rich grassland Mature and veteran trees Woodland Water features Connectivity features SAC: River Usk SSSI: River Usk (Lower Usk) Adjacent woodland SINC Borderline SINC value Recommended measures Hedgerows and Trees Protect hedgerows and trees during construction according to BS 5837. Grassland Fence off areas of species-rich grassland prior to and during construction. Watercourse Fence around watercourse. Use soft engineering techniques and avoid culverting. Control pollution from development site. Species Species mitigation may be required depending on the results of further surveys. Connectivity Development should retain or increase linear features (such as hedgerows and watercourses).
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Development should retain or create semi-natural habitat as ecological corridors or stepping stones (see connectivity study).
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Reference No:
CS/0047
Site General Information
Name: Land off Old Hereford Road Location Abergavenny Grid Ref: SO 2986515725 Site Area (ha): 10.97 Proposed Development: Residential Current Use: grazed pasture, 3 fields General Features:
• semi-improved species-rich grassland
• semi-improved species-poor grassland
• improved grassland
• marshy/wetland feature • scrub • deciduous woodland • mature and veteran trees • species-rich hedgerows
Identified Biodiversity Value
MEDIUM Are biodiversity constraints significant enough to prevent development of:
The whole site? YES NO
Part of the site? YES NO
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Protected Species Are there European Protected Species issues for this site?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
Bats Dormice Are there issues for species protected under UK legislation (not included
above)?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
Breeding birds Badger Slow worm Grass snake
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Are there records for UK or Wales Priority Species (not included above)?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
Polecat Hedgehog UKBAP invertebrates UKBAP fungi Are there records for Monmouthshire LBAP Species (not included above)?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
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Designated Sites Is the site within or adjacent to an International or European Designated Site?
(Special Protection Area, RAMSAR Site or Special Area of Conservation) (Underline the relevant designation)
Within Directly adjacent/within 250m buffer
Within 500m buffer No
Is the site within or adjacent to a Nationally Designated Site?
(National Nature Reserve or Site of Special Scientific Interest) (Underline the relevant designation)
Within Directly adjacent/within 250m buffer
Within 500m buffer No
Is the site within a Locally Designated Site?
(Local Nature Reserve or Site of Importance for Nature Conservation)
Within Directly adjacent/within 250m buffer Within 500m buffer No
SAC: Sugar Loaf Woodlands. SSSI: Sugar Loaf Woodlands.
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Is the whole site or part of the site of SINC (Local Wildlife Site) quality? (underline whole or part as appropriate)
Yes
Notification form in site file
Qualifying criteria Borderline No
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Habitats and Important Features On Site Habitat
UK Priority Habitat
Wales Priority Habitat
LBAP Habitat
% of whole site
SNG species-poor 43 SNG species-rich 34 Neutral grassland 5 Improved grassland 5 Woodland 3 Dense scrub 5 Species-rich hedgerows
3
Veteran trees 2 Adjacent land use School and housing to the south. Semi-improved grassland to north and east. Site Habitat Value Map (Red = High, Amber = Medium, Green = Low). Site boundary shown in blue. Note that this site overlaps with CS/0004 and CS/0177.
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0047
0177
0227
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Is the site or part of the site designated ancient woodland?
(to be shown on site map) Yes Part Adjacent to No Are there any veteran or mature trees on site?
(to be shown on site map)
Yes No If ‘Yes’ how many and what species? Does the site have any hedgerows?
(to be shown on site map) Species-rich (high) potential Hedgerow Regs Quality
Length 1170m
Species-poor (medium) Has some potential Length m
Species-poor (low) Single species dominant. Gappy
Length m
No
Does the site have any water features present?
Ponds Streams Ditches Other: Spring
No
Does the site have any connectivity value to either adjacent habitat or the wider landscape? Yes Some No
English Oak x 4
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Conclusions
What additional ecological surveys/assessments will be required? General ecological survey prior to development. Bat survey of mature/dead trees. Assessment of woodland and hedgerows for potential for dormice. Assessment for presence/absence of great crested newt. Summary of biodiversity features to be considered Notable species identified Hedgerows Species-rich grassland Mature and veteran trees Marshy/wetland features and running water feature Woodland SAC: Sugar Loaf Woodlands SSSI: Sugar Loaf Woodlands Recommended measures Hedgerows and Trees Protect hedgerows and trees during construction according to BS 5837. Wetland Protect the wetland area around the spring. Species Species mitigation may be required depending on the results of further surveys. Connectivity Development should retain or increase linear features (such as hedgerows). Development should retain or create semi-natural habitat as ecological corridors or stepping stones (see connectivity study).
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Reference No:
CS/0049
Site General Information
Name: Land East of Rogiet Location: Rogiet Grid Ref: ST 4674588564 Site Area (ha): 33.12 Proposed Development: Mixed use Current Use: mixed use/general agricultural (a large site which overlaps with CS/0071 and CS/0230 and is split by the M48) General Features:
• semi-improved species-poor grassland
• improved grassland • unimproved species-rich
grassland • species-rich hay meadow
• amenity - playing field • mature/veteran trees • scrub • overgrown species-poor
hedgerows with gaps • species-rich hedgerows
Identified Biodiversity Value
MEDIUM Are biodiversity constraints significant enough to prevent development of:
The whole site? YES NO
Part of the site? YES NO
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Protected Species Are there European Protected Species issues for this site?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
Lesser horseshoe bat Bats Bat (unspecified species)
Dormouse
Are there issues for species protected under UK legislation (not included
above)?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
Breeding birds Badger Slow worm
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Are there records for UK or Wales Priority Species (not included above)?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
Grayling Hedgehog Stag beetle Polecat UKBAP fungi UKBAP invertebrates Are there records for Monmouthshire LBAP Species (not included above)?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
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Designated Sites Is the site within or adjacent to an International or European Designated Site?
(Special Protection Area, RAMSAR Site or Special Area of Conservation) (Underline the relevant designation)
Within Directly adjacent/within 250m buffer Within 500m buffer No
Is the site within or adjacent to a Nationally Designated Site?
(National Nature Reserve or Site of Special Scientific Interest) (Underline the relevant designation)
Within Directly adjacent/within 250m buffer Within 500m buffer No
Is the site within a Locally Designated Site?
(Local Nature Reserve or Site of Importance for Nature Conservation)
Within
Directly adjacent/within 250m buffer Within 500m buffer No
SINC: See below for details
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Is the whole site or part of the site of SINC (Local Wildlife Site) quality? (underline whole or part as appropriate)
Yes
Notification form in site file
Qualifying criteria Borderline No
To be verified by SINC panel
H4) Neutral Grasslands
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Habitats and Important Features On Site Habitat
UK Priority Habitat
Wales Priority Habitat
LBAP Habitat
% of whole site
SNG species-rich 5 SNG species-poor 38 Improved grassland 38 Amenity 5 Scrub <4 Hedgerows <4 Tarmac <3 Woodland <3 Adjacent land use Housing to east. Parkland to north, Ifton quarry to north west. Improved grassland to west. Railway to south. Site Habitat Quality Map (Red = High, Amber = Medium, Green = Low). Site boundary shown in blue. Note that this site overlaps with CS/0229, CS/0230 and CS/0071.
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0049
0049
0230
0071
0025
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Is the site or part of the site designated ancient woodland? (to be shown on site map)
Yes Part Adjacent to No Are there any veteran or mature trees on site?
(to be shown on site map)
Yes No If ‘Yes’ how many and what species? Does the site have any hedgerows?
(to be shown on site map) Species-rich (high) potential Hedgerow Regs Quality
Length 1176m
Species-poor (medium) Has some potential
Length 669 m
Species-poor (low) Single species dominant. Gappy
Length 984 m
No
Does the site have any water features present?
Ponds Steams Ditches Other: No
Does the site have any connectivity value to either adjacent habitat or the wider landscape? Yes Some No
Common Ash x 2
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Conclusions What additional ecological surveys/assessments will be required? General ecological survey prior to development. Bat survey of mature/dead hollowed trees and disused lime kiln. Assessment of hedgerows and woodland for potential for dormice. Summary of biodiversity features to be considered Notable species identified Disused lime kiln Hedgerows Species-rich grassland Mature and veteran trees Woodland Candidate SINC Connectivity features Recommended measures Hedgerows and Trees Protect hedgerows and trees during construction according to BS 5837. Grassland Fence off areas of species-rich grassland prior to and during construction. Species Species mitigation may be required depending on the results of further surveys. Connectivity Development should retain or increase linear features (such as hedgerows). Development should retain or create semi-natural habitat as ecological corridors or stepping stones (see connectivity study).
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Reference No:
CS/0063
Site General Information
Name: Little Castle Farm Location: Usk Grid Ref: SO 3824001663 Site Area (ha): 1 Proposed Development: Residential Current Use: general agriculture, fields General Features:
• improved grassland • stream
• riparian deciduous woodland
• species-rich hedgerows
Identified Biodiversity Value
MEDIUM Are biodiversity constraints significant enough to prevent development of:
The whole site? YES NO
Part of the site? YES NO
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Protected Species Are there European Protected Species issues for this site?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
Great crested newt Otter Pipistrelle bat species Bats Noctule bat Great crested newt Dormouse Are there issues for species protected under UK legislation (not included
above)?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
Breeding birds Badger Slow worm Grass snake
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Are there records for UK or Wales Priority Species (not included above)?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
Hedgehog Hedgehog Polecat Are there records for Monmouthshire LBAP Species (not included above)?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
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Designated Sites Is the site within or adjacent to an International or European Designated Site?
(Special Protection Area, RAMSAR Site or Special Area of Conservation) (Underline the relevant designation)
Within Directly adjacent/within 250m buffer Within 500m buffer No
Is the site within or adjacent to a Nationally Designated Site?
(National Nature Reserve or Site of Special Scientific Interest) (Underline the relevant designation)
Within Directly adjacent/within 250m buffer Within 500m buffer No
Is the site within a Locally Designated Site?
(Local Nature Reserve or Site of Importance for Nature Conservation)
Within Directly adjacent/within 250m buffer Within 500m buffer No
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Is the whole site or part of the site of SINC (Local Wildlife Site) quality? (underline whole or part as appropriate)
Yes
Notification form in site file
Qualifying criteria Borderline No
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Habitats and Important Features On Site Habitat
UK Priority Habitat
Wales Priority Habitat
LBAP Habitat
% of whole site
Improved grassland
94
Woodland 2 Stream 2 Species-rich hedgerow
2
Adjacent land use Improved grassland to north. Ancient woodland to north. Semi-improved grassland to south and west. Site Habitat Value Map (Red = High, Amber = Medium, Green = Low). Site boundary shown in blue.
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0063
0033
0033
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Is the site or part of the site designated ancient woodland? (to be shown on site map)
Yes Part Adjacent to No Are there any veteran or mature trees on site?
(to be shown on site map)
Yes No If ‘Yes’ how many and what species? Does the site have any hedgerows?
(to be shown on site map) Species-rich (high) potential Hedgerow Regs Quality
Length 180m
Species-poor (medium) Has some potential Length m
Species-poor (low) Single species dominant. Gappy
Length m
No
Does the site have any water features present?
Ponds Streams
Ditches Other: No
Does the site have any connectivity value to either adjacent habitat or the wider landscape? Yes Some No
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Conclusions What additional ecological surveys/assessments will be required? General ecological survey prior to development. Assessment of riparian habitat for potential for water voles and otters. Bat survey of mature/dead trees. Assessment of hedgerows and woodland for potential for dormice. Assessment for presence/absence of great crested newt. Summary of biodiversity features to be considered Notable species identified Hedgerows On site and adjacent woodland Watercourse Connectivity feature Recommended measures Hedgerows and Trees Protect hedgerows and trees during construction according to BS 5837.
Watercourse Retain habitat on either side of watercourse and fence off prior to and during development. Use soft engineering techniques. Avoid use of culverts. Control pollution from development site. Woodland Retain area around trees as a buffer and fence off during development according to BS 5837. Minimise light and noise disturbance during and after development. Where possible, link isolated groups to each other or to the wider countryside. Species Species mitigation may be required depending on the results of the individual surveys required. Connectivity Development should retain or increase linear features (such as hedgerows and watercourse). Development should retain or create semi-natural habitat as ecological corridors or stepping stones (see connectivity study).
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Reference No:
CS/0071
Site General Information
Name: Land at Garthalan Drive Location: Caldicot Grid Ref: ST 4714187656 Site Area (ha): 3.4 Proposed Development: Residential Current Use: derelict General Features:
• hardstanding (tarmac) • deciduous woodland
• scrub • species-rich hedgerow
Identified Biodiversity Value
MEDIUM Are biodiversity constraints significant enough to prevent development of:
The whole site? YES NO
Part of the site? YES NO
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Protected Species Are there European Protected Species issues for this site?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
Bat (unspecified species)
Bats
Dormouse Are there issues for species protected under UK legislation (not included
above)?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
Breeding birds Badger Slow worm Common lizard
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Are there records for UK or Wales Priority Species (not included above)?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
Grayling Hedgehog Stag beetle Common linnet Are there records for Monmouthshire LBAP Species (not included above)?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
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Designated Sites Is the site within or adjacent to an International or European Designated Site?
(Special Protection Area, RAMSAR Site or Special Area of Conservation) (Underline the relevant designation)
Within Directly adjacent/within 250m buffer Within 500m buffer No
Is the site within or adjacent to a Nationally Designated Site?
(National Nature Reserve or Site of Special Scientific Interest) (Underline the relevant designation)
Within Directly adjacent/within 250m buffer Within 500m buffer No
Is the site within a Locally Designated Site?
(Local Nature Reserve or Site of Importance for Nature Conservation)
Within Directly adjacent/within 250m buffer Within 500m buffer No
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Is the whole site or part of the site of SINC (Local Wildlife Site) quality? (underline whole or part as appropriate)
Yes
Notification form in site file
Qualifying criteria Borderline No
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Habitats and Important Features On Site Habitat
UK Priority Habitat
Wales Priority Habitat
LBAP Habitat
% of whole site
Scrub 45 Woodland/scrub 10 Tarmac and scattered scrub
40
Species-rich hedgerow
5
Adjacent land use Improved grassland to north. Houses to east. Railway to south. Scrub to west. Site Habitat Value Map (Red = High, Amber = Medium, Green = Low) Site boundary is shown in blue. Note that this site overlaps with CS/0049.
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0071
0230/0049
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Is the site or part of the site designated ancient woodland? (to be shown on site map)
Yes Part Adjacent to No Are there any veteran or mature trees on site?
(to be shown on site map)
Yes No If ‘Yes’ how many and what species? Does the site have any hedgerows?
(to be shown on site map) Species-rich (high) potential Hedgerow Regs Quality
Length 450m
Species-poor (medium) Has some potential Length m
Species-poor (low) Single species dominant. Gappy
Length m
No
Does the site have any water features present?
Ponds Streams Ditches Other: No
Does the site have any connectivity value to either adjacent habitat or the wider landscape? Yes Some No
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Conclusions What additional ecological surveys/assessments will be required? General ecological survey prior to development. Bat survey of wooded lane to the north. Dormouse survey of scrub and woodland. Summary of biodiversity features to be considered Notable species identified Hedgerow Woodland and scrub Connectivity feature Recommended measures Hedgerows and Trees Protect hedgerows and trees during construction according to BS 5837. Woodland Retain area around trees as a buffer and fence off during development according to BS 5837. Where possible, link isolated groups to each other or to the wider countryside. Species Species mitigation may be required depending on the results of further surveys. Connectivity Development should retain or increase linear features (such as hedgerows). Development should retain or create semi-natural habitat as ecological corridors or stepping stones (see connectivity study).
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Reference No:
CS/0076
Site General Information Name: Wyelands Estate Location: Chepstow Grid Ref: ST 5225692932 Site Area (ha): 20.36 Proposed Development: Residential Current Use: general agriculture, 4 fields General Features:
• arable (3 fields) • improved grassland (1 field) • species-rich hedgerows • plantation deciduous woodland • mature and veteran trees
Identified Biodiversity Value
MEDIUM Are biodiversity constraints significant enough to prevent development of:
The whole site? YES NO
Part of the site? YES NO
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Protected Species Are there European Protected Species issues for this site?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
Lesser Horseshoe bat Bats Dormouse Are there issues for species protected under UK legislation (not included
above)?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
Badger (Sett) Breeding birds Slow worm
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Are there records for UK or Wales Priority Species (not included above)?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
Lapwing Hedgehog Hedgehog Polecat Lapwing Are there records for Monmouthshire LBAP Species (not included above)?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
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Designated Sites Is the site within or adjacent to an International or European Designated Site?
(Special Protection Area, RAMSAR Site or Special Area of Conservation) (Underline the relevant designation)
Within Directly adjacent/within 250m buffer Within 500m buffer No
Is the site within or adjacent to a Nationally Designated Site?
(National Nature Reserve or Site of Special Scientific Interest) (Underline the relevant designation)
Within Directly adjacent/within 250m buffer Within 500m buffer No
Is the site within a Locally Designated Site?
(Local Nature Reserve or Site of Importance for Nature Conservation)
Within Directly adjacent/within 250m buffer Within 500m buffer No
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Is the whole site or part of the site of SINC (Local Wildlife Site) quality? (underline whole or part as appropriate) Yes
Notification form in site file
Qualifying criteria Borderline No
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Habitats and Important Features On Site Habitat
UK Priority Habitat
Wales Priority Habitat
LBAP Habitat
% of whole site
Improved grassland
12
Arable 64 Plantation woodland
20
Mature/veteran trees
1
Species-rich hedgerows
3
Adjacent land use Arable to north. Improved grassland to south. Woodland to west. Site Habitat Value Map (Red = High, Amber = Medium, Green = Low)
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0214
0076
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Is the site or part of the site designated ancient woodland? (to be shown on site map)
Yes Part Adjacent to No Are there any veteran or mature trees on site?
(to be shown on site map)
Yes No If ‘Yes’ how many and what species? Does the site have any hedgerows?
(to be shown on site map) Species-rich (high) potential Hedgerow Regs Quality
Length 1,758m
Species-poor (medium) Has some potential Length m
Species-poor (low) Single species dominant. Gappy
Length m
No
Does the site have any water features present?
Ponds Streams Ditches Other: No
Does the site have any connectivity value to either adjacent habitat or the wider landscape? Yes Some No
Sweet Chestnut x1
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Conclusions What additional ecological surveys/assessments will be required? General ecological survey prior to development. Bat survey of mature/dead trees. Assessment of hedgerow and woodland for potential for dormice. Summary of biodiversity features to be considered Notable species identified Mature and veteran trees Connectivity feature Hedgerows Woodland Recommended measures Hedgerows and Trees Protect hedgerows and trees during construction according to BS 5837.
Woodland Retain area around trees as a buffer and fence off during development according to BS 5837. Minimise light and noise disturbance during and after development. Where possible, link isolated groups to each other or to the wider countryside. Species Species mitigation may be required depending on the results of further surveys. Connectivity Development should retain or increase linear features (such as hedgerows). Development should retain or create semi-natural habitat as ecological corridors or stepping stones (see connectivity study).
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Reference No:
CS/0082
Site General Information
Name: Ambulance Station, Union West Location: Abergavenny Grid Ref: SO 2900814422 Site Area (ha): 0.31 Proposed Development: Residential Current Use: ambulance station General Features:
• buildings/hardstanding • amenity grassland • mature trees (conifers)
Identified Biodiversity Value
LOW Are biodiversity constraints significant enough to prevent development of:
The whole site? YES NO
Part of the site? YES NO
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Protected Species Are there European Protected Species issues for this site?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
Daubenton’s bat Bats Common pipistrelle bat Soprano pipistrelle bat Noctule bat Otter Are there issues for species protected under UK legislation (not included
above)?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
Grass snake Breeding birds Slow worm Grass snake
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Are there records for UK or Wales Priority Species (not included above)?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
Hedgehog Are there records for Monmouthshire LBAP Species (not included above)?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
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Designated Sites Is the site within or adjacent to an International or European Designated Site?
(Special Protection Area, RAMSAR Site or Special Area of Conservation) (Underline the relevant designation)
Within Directly adjacent/within 250m buffer Within 500m buffer
No
Is the site within or adjacent to a Nationally Designated Site?
(National Nature Reserve or Site of Special Scientific Interest) (Underline the relevant designation)
Within Directly adjacent/within 250m buffer Within 500m buffer
No
Is the site within a Locally Designated Site?
(Local Nature Reserve or Site of Importance for Nature Conservation)
Within Directly adjacent/within 250m buffer Within 500m buffer No
SAC: River Usk. SSSI: River Usk (Upper Usk).
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Is the whole site or part of the site of SINC (Local Wildlife Site) quality? (underline whole or part as appropriate)
Yes
Notification form in site file
Qualifying criteria Borderline No
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Habitats and Important Features On Site Habitat
UK Priority Habitat
Wales Priority Habitat
LBAP Habitat
% of whole site
Amenity grassland 35 Mature trees - conifers 10 Buildings/hardstanding 55 Adjacent land use Neville Hall hospital site, housing Site Habitat Value Map (Red = High, Amber = Medium, Green = Low). Site boundary is shown in blue. This site overlaps with CS/0107 and CS/0108.
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0082
0107/0108
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Is the site or part of the site designated ancient woodland? (to be shown on site map)
Yes Part Adjacent to No Are there any veteran or mature trees on site?
(to be shown on site map)
Yes No If ‘Yes’ how many and what species? Does the site have any hedgerows?
(to be shown on site map) Species-rich (high) potential Hedgerow Regs Quality
Length m
Species-poor (medium) Has some potential Length m
Species-poor (low) Single species dominant. Gappy
Length m
No
Does the site have any water features present?
Ponds Steams Ditches Other: No
Does the site have any connectivity value to either adjacent habitat or the wider landscape? Yes Some No
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Conclusions What additional ecological surveys/assessments will be required? General ecological survey prior to development. Bat survey of mature/dead trees and any buildings. Summary of biodiversity features to be considered Notable species identified Mature trees Connectivity features SAC: River Usk SSSI: River Usk (Upper Usk) Recommended measures Hedgerows and Trees Protect trees during construction according to BS 5837. Retain area around trees as a buffer and fence off during development according to BS 5837. Minimise light and noise disturbance during and after development. Species Species mitigation may be required depending on the results of further surveys. Connectivity Development should retain or increase linear features (such as hedgerows and watercourses). Development should retain or create semi-natural habitat as ecological corridors or stepping stones (see connectivity study).
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Reference No:
CS/0092
Site General Information
Name: Vauxhall Location: Monmouth Grid Ref: SO 5018613151 Site Area (ha): 9.2 Proposed Development: Mixed use.
Residential/Employment Current Use: pasture, 2 fields General Features:
• semi-improved species-poor grassland
• species-rich hedgerows • species-poor hedgerows
• species-poor hedgerows
with gaps • riparian habitat (ditch) • mature trees along ditch • veteran trees (in fields
and by ditch)
Identified Biodiversity Value
LOW
Are biodiversity constraints significant enough to prevent development of:
The whole site? YES NO
Part of the site? YES NO
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Protected Species Are there European Protected Species issues for this site?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
Great crested newt Great crested newt Daubenton’s bat Bats Whiskered/Brandt’s bat Dormouse Noctule bat Common pipistrelle bat Soprano pipistrelle bat Brown long-eared bat Are there issues for species protected under UK legislation (not included
above)?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
Breeding birds Badger Grass snake Slow worm
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Are there records for UK or Wales Priority Species (not included above)?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
Polecat Hedgehog UKBAP invertebrates UKBAP fungi Common toad Harvest mouse Are there records for Monmouthshire LBAP Species (not included above)?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
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Designated Sites Is the site within or adjacent to an International or European Designated Site?
(Special Protection Area, RAMSAR Site or Special Area of Conservation) (Underline the relevant designation)
Within Directly adjacent/within 250m buffer Within 500m buffer No
Is the site within or adjacent to a Nationally Designated Site?
(National Nature Reserve or Site of Special Scientific Interest) (Underline the relevant designation)
Within Directly adjacent/within 250m buffer Within 500m buffer No
Is the site within a Locally Designated Site?
(Local Nature Reserve or Site of Importance for Nature Conservation)
Within Directly adjacent/within 250m buffer Within 500m buffer
No
SINC: River Monnow
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Is the whole site or part of the site of SINC (Local Wildlife Site) quality? (underline whole or part as appropriate)
Yes
Notification form in site file
Qualifying criteria Borderline No
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Habitats and Important Features On Site Habitat
UK Priority Habitat
Wales Priority Habitat
LBAP Habitat
% of whole site
SNG species-poor 89 Species-rich hedgerows
4
Mature/veteran trees
3
Ditch 4 Adjacent land use Housing to west. Improved grassland to north. Semi-improved grassland to east and south. Poultry houses to south. Site Habitat Value Map (Red = High, Amber = Medium, Green = Low). Site boundary is shown in blue.
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0092
0121
0196
0091
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Is the site or part of the site designated ancient woodland? (to be shown on site map)
Yes Part Adjacent to No Are there any veteran or mature trees on site?
(to be shown on site map)
Yes No If ‘Yes’ how many and what species? Does the site have any hedgerows?
(to be shown on site map) Species-rich (high) potential Hedgerow Regs Quality
Length 760m
Species-poor (medium) Has some potential Length m
Species-poor (low) Single species dominant. Gappy
Length 130m
No
Does the site have any water features present?
Ponds Steams Ditches
Other: No
Does the site have any connectivity value to either adjacent habitat or the wider landscape? Yes Some No
English Oak x2 Field Maple x1
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Conclusions What additional ecological surveys/assessments will be required? General ecological survey prior to development. Bat survey of mature/dead/veteran trees. Horseshoe bat foraging must be considered – Habitats Regulations Assessment may be required. Assessment of hedgerows and riparian woodland for potential for dormice. Assessment for presence/absence of great crested newt. Summary of biodiversity features to be considered Notable species identified Hedgerows Mature and veteran trees Water features Connectivity feature SINC: River Monnow Recommended measures Hedgerows and Trees Protect hedgerows and trees during construction according to BS 5837.
Watercourses Retain habitat on either side of ditch and fence off prior to and during development. Use soft engineering techniques. Avoid use of culverts. Control pollution from development site. Maintain and protect water source. Woodlands and Groups of Trees Retain area around trees as a buffer and fence off during development according to BS 5837. Minimise light and noise disturbance during and after development. Where possible, link isolated groups to each other or to the wider countryside. Species Species mitigation may be required depending on the results of further surveys. Connectivity Development should retain or increase linear features (such as hedgerows
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and watercourses). Development should retain or create semi-natural habitat as ecological corridors or stepping stones (see connectivity study).
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Reference No:
CS/0096
Site General Information
Name: Bayfield Location: Chepstow Grid Ref: ST 5215194062 Site Area (ha): 12.82 Proposed Development: Residential with open space and
landscaping Current Use: pasture, 2 large fields General Features:
• species-rich hedgerows • species-poor hedgerows
with some gaps • improved pasture • hardstanding (car park)
• unimproved species-rich
grassland • species-poor grassland • young, mature and
veteran trees
Identified Biodiversity Value
MEDIUM Are biodiversity constraints significant enough to prevent development of:
The whole site? YES NO
Part of the site? YES NO
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Protected Species Are there European Protected Species issues for this site?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
Common pipistrelle bat Bats Noctule bat Dormouse Natterer’s bat Whiskered/Brandt’s bat Bat (unspecified species)
Are there issues for species protected under UK legislation (not included
above)?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
Breeding birds Badger Slow worm
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Are there records for UK or Wales Priority Species (not included above)?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
Pretty chalk carpet Hedgehog Hedgehog Polecat UKBAP invertebrates UKBAP fungi Are there records for Monmouthshire LBAP Species (not included above)?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
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Designated Sites Is the site within or adjacent to an International or European Designated Site?
(Special Protection Area, RAMSAR Site or Special Area of Conservation) (Underline the relevant designation)
Within Directly adjacent/within 250m buffer Within 500m buffer No
Is the site within or adjacent to a Nationally Designated Site?
(National Nature Reserve or Site of Special Scientific Interest) (Underline the relevant designation)
Within Directly adjacent/within 250m buffer Within 500m buffer No
Is the site within a Locally Designated Site?
(Local Nature Reserve or Site of Importance for Nature Conservation)
Within
Directly adjacent/within 250m buffer
Within 500m buffer No
SINC: Parc Penterry Meadow SINC: Part of Bishop’s Barnets Wood SINC: See below for details
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Is the whole site or part of the site of SINC (Local Wildlife Site) quality? (underline whole or part as appropriate)
Yes
Notification form in site file
Qualifying criteria Borderline No
To be verified by SINC panel
H4) Neutral grasslands
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Habitats and Important Features On Site Habitat
UK Priority Habitat
Wales Priority Habitat
LBAP Habitat
% of whole site
SNG species-rich 5 SNG species-poor 5 Improved grassland
78
Young trees 6 Car park 3 Species-rich hedgerows
2
Mature trees 1 Adjacent land use Ancient woodland to west. Houses to east and south. Site Habitat Value Map (Red = High, Amber = Medium, Green = Low). Site boundary shown in blue.
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0096
0207 0169
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Is the site or part of the site designated ancient woodland? (to be shown on site map)
Yes Part Adjacent to No Are there any veteran or mature trees on site?
(to be shown on site map)
Yes No If ‘Yes’ how many and what species? Does the site have any hedgerows?
(to be shown on site map) Species-rich (high) potential Hedgerow Regs Quality
Length 647m
Species-poor (medium) Has some potential
Length 49m
Species-poor (low) Single species dominant. Gappy
Length 46m
No
Does the site have any water features present?
Ponds Streams Ditches Other: No
Does the site have any connectivity value to either adjacent habitat or the wider landscape? Yes Some No
English Oak x 2
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Conclusions What additional ecological surveys/assessments will be required? General ecological survey prior to development. Bat survey of mature/dead/veteran trees. Assessment of hedgerows for potential for dormice. Summary of biodiversity features to be considered Notable species identified Hedgerows Species-rich grassland Mature and veteran trees Neighbouring ancient woodland Connectivity features SINC: Parc Penterry Meadow SINC: Part of Bishop’s Barnets Wood Candidate SINC Recommended measures Hedgerows and Trees Protect hedgerows and trees during construction according to BS 5837.
Grassland Fence off the area of species-rich grassland prior to and during construction. Groups of Trees Retain area around veteran and mature trees as a buffer and fence off during development according to BS 5837. Minimise light and noise disturbance during and after development. Where possible, link isolated groups to each other or to the wider countryside. Species Species mitigation may be required depending on the results of further surveys. Connectivity Development should retain or increase linear features (such as hedgerows). Development should retain or create semi-natural habitat as ecological corridors or stepping stones (see connectivity study).
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Reference No:
CS/0098
Site General Information
Name: Ifton Manor Location: Rogiet Grid Ref: ST 4655287946 Site Area (ha): 0.51 Proposed Development: Residential Current Use: farm buildings, private house and garden General Features:
• buildings/hardstanding • garden • scrub
• deciduous woodland • improved grassland
Identified Biodiversity Value
MEDIUM Are biodiversity constraints significant enough to prevent development of:
The whole site? YES NO
Part of the site? YES NO
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Protected Species Are there European Protected Species issues for this site?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
Bats Dormouse Are there issues for species protected under UK legislation (not included
above)?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
Breeding birds Slow worm
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Are there records for UK or Wales Priority Species (not included above)?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
Grayling Hedgehog Stag beetle UKBAP invertebrates Common linnet Are there records for Monmouthshire LBAP Species (not included above)?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
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Designated Sites Is the site within or adjacent to an International or European Designated Site?
(Special Protection Area, RAMSAR Site or Special Area of Conservation) (Underline the relevant designation)
Within Directly adjacent/within 250m buffer Within 500m buffer No
Is the site within or adjacent to a Nationally Designated Site?
(National Nature Reserve or Site of Special Scientific Interest) (Underline the relevant designation)
Within Directly adjacent/within 250m buffer Within 500m buffer No
Is the site within a Locally Designated Site?
(Local Nature Reserve or Site of Importance for Nature Conservation)
Within Directly adjacent/within 250m buffer Within 500m buffer No
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Is the whole site or part of the site of SINC (Local Wildlife Site) quality? (underline whole or part as appropriate)
Yes
Notification form in site file
Qualifying criteria Borderline No
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Habitats and Important Features On Site Habitat
UK Priority Habitat
Wales Priority Habitat
LBAP Habitat
% of whole site
Deciduous woodland
50
Improved grassland
5
House, garden 25 Tarmac 10 Old buildings 10 Adjacent land use To north improved grassland and Bramble scrub. To east improved grassland. To west and south housing. Site Habitat Value Map (Red = High, Amber = Medium, Green = Low). Site boundary shown in blue.
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0098
0230/0259
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Is the site or part of the site designated ancient woodland? (to be shown on site map)
Yes Part Adjacent to No Are there any veteran or mature trees on site?
(to be shown on site map)
Yes No If ‘Yes’ how many and what species? Does the site have any hedgerows?
(to be shown on site map) Species-rich (high) potential Hedgerow Regs Quality
Length m
Species-poor (medium) Has some potential Length m
Species-poor (low) Single species dominant. Gappy
Length m
No
Does the site have any water features present?
Ponds Streams Ditches Other: No
Does the site have any connectivity value to either adjacent habitat or the wider landscape? Yes Some No
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Conclusions What additional ecological surveys/assessments will be required? General ecological survey prior to development. Bat survey of mature/dead trees and any buildings. Assessment of woodland for potential for dormice. Summary of biodiversity features to be considered Notable species identified Woodland Connectivity feature Recommended measures Woodland and Groups of Trees Retain area around trees as a buffer and fence off during development according to BS 5837. Minimise light and noise disturbance during and after development. Where possible, link isolated groups to each other or to the wider countryside. Species Species mitigation may be required depending on the results of further surveys. Connectivity Development should retain or increase linear features. Development should retain or create semi-natural habitat as ecological corridors or stepping stones (see connectivity study).
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Reference No:
CS/0099
Site General Information
Name: Deri Farm, Hereford Road Location: Abergavenny Grid Ref: SO 3084716275 Site Area (ha): 8.53 Proposed Development: Residential Current Use: grazed pasture, 5 fields General Features:
• improved grassland • semi-improved grassland • species-rich hedgerows
• mature and veteran trees • stream
Identified Biodiversity Value
MEDIUM Are biodiversity constraints significant enough to prevent development of:
The whole site? YES NO
Part of the site? YES NO
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Protected Species Are there European Protected Species issues for this site?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
Common pipistrelle bat Other bats Soprano pipistrelle bat Otter Noctule bat Dormouse Whiskered/Brandt’s bat Great crested newt Bat (unspecified species)
Bullhead Are there issues for species protected under UK legislation (not included
above)?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
Breeding birds Badger Slow worm Grass snake Water vole
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Are there records for UK or Wales Priority Species (not included above)?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
Brown trout Polecat Eel Hedgehog Brown hare Common toad Harvest mouse Are there records for Monmouthshire LBAP Species (not included above)?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
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Designated Sites Is the site within or adjacent to an International or European Designated Site?
(Special Protection Area, RAMSAR Site or Special Area of Conservation) (Underline the relevant designation)
Within Directly adjacent/within 250m buffer Within 500m buffer No
Is the site within or adjacent to a Nationally Designated Site?
(National Nature Reserve or Site of Special Scientific Interest) (Underline the relevant designation)
Within Directly adjacent/within 250m buffer Within 500m buffer No
Is the site within a Locally Designated Site?
(Local Nature Reserve or Site of Importance for Nature Conservation)
Within Directly adjacent/within 250m buffer
Within 500m buffer No
SINC: River Gavenny.
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Is the whole site or part of the site of SINC (Local Wildlife Site) quality? (underline whole or part as appropriate)
Yes
Notification form in site file
Qualifying criteria Borderline No
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Habitats and Important Features On Site Habitat
UK Priority Habitat
Wales Priority Habitat
LBAP Habitat
% of whole site
Improved grassland
47
SNG species-poor 47 Stream 2 Species-rich hedgerows
3
Mature trees 1 Adjacent land use Broad-leaved woodland, mature gardens to north and east, and the River Gavenny further east. Housing to the south, semi-improved pasture to the west. Site Habitat Value Map (Red = High, Amber = Medium, Green = Low)
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Is the site or part of the site designated ancient woodland? (to be shown on site map)
Yes Part Adjacent to No Are there any veteran or mature trees on site?
(to be shown on site map)
Yes No If ‘Yes’ how many and what species? Does the site have any hedgerows?
(to be shown on site map) Species-rich (high) potential Hedgerow Regs Quality
Length 1180m
Species-poor (medium) Has some potential Length m
Species-poor (low) Single species dominant. Gappy
Length m
No
Does the site have any water features present?
Ponds Streams
Ditches Other: No
Does the site have any connectivity value to either adjacent habitat or the wider landscape? Yes Some No
English Oak x3
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Conclusions What additional ecological surveys/assessments will be required? General ecological survey prior to development. Assessment of riparian habitat for potential for water voles and otters. Bat survey of veteran/mature/dead trees. Assessment of hedgerows for potential for dormice. Assessment for presence/absence of great crested newt and white-clawed crayfish species. Depending on development details, Habitat Regulations Assessment may be required due to proximity to the River Gavenny as a tributary of the River Usk SAC. Summary of biodiversity features to be considered Notable species identified Hedgerows Mature and veteran trees Stream and water features Connectivity features SINC: River Gavenny Recommended measures Watercourse Retain habitat on either side of stream and fence off prior to and during development. Use soft engineering techniques. Avoid use of culverts and seek to open existing ones. Control pollution from development site. Maintain and protect water source. Hedgerows and Trees Protect hedgerows and trees during construction according to BS 5837. Groups of Trees Retain area around trees as a buffer and fence off during development according to BS 5837. Minimise light and noise disturbance during and after development. Where possible, link isolated groups to each other or to the wider countryside. Species Species mitigation may be required depending on the results of further
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surveys. Connectivity Development should retain or increase linear features (such as hedgerows and watercourses). Development should retain or create semi-natural habitat as ecological corridors or stepping stones (see connectivity study).
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Reference No:
CS/0100
Site General Information
Name: Chapel Ed Lane Location: Penperlleni Grid Ref: SO 325045394 Site Area (ha): 9.86 Proposed Development: Residential Current Use: mixed use/general agriculture with public footpath through the site General Features:
• deciduous woodland (wet) • marshy grassland • unimproved acid
grassland (with bracken and scattered trees)
• conifer plantation
• unimproved neutral
grassland • scrub • anthills • streams • greater spearwort
Identified Biodiversity Value
HIGH
Are biodiversity constraints significant enough to prevent development of:
The whole site? YES NO
Part of the site? YES NO
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Protected Species Are there European Protected Species issues for this site?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
Marsh fritillary Bats Myotis bat sp. Dormouse Noctule bat Otter Natterer’s bat Great crested newt Daubenton’s bat Marsh fritillary Common pipistrelle bat Soprano pipistrelle bat Long-eared bat Are there issues for species protected under UK legislation (not included
above)?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
Bluebell Breeding birds Badger Badger Slow worm Adder Grass snake
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Are there records for UK or Wales Priority Species (not included above)?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
Polecat Hedgehog Polecat Are there records for Monmouthshire LBAP Species (not included above)?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
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Designated Sites Is the site within or adjacent to an International or European Designated Site?
(Special Protection Area, RAMSAR Site or Special Area of Conservation) (Underline the relevant designation)
Within Directly adjacent/within 250m buffer Within 500m buffer No
Is the site within or adjacent to a Nationally Designated Site?
(National Nature Reserve or Site of Special Scientific Interest) (Underline the relevant designation)
Within Directly adjacent/within 250m buffer Within 500m buffer No
Is the site within a Locally Designated Site?
(Local Nature Reserve or Site of Importance for Nature Conservation)
Within
Directly adjacent/within 250m buffer
Within 500m buffer No
SINC: See below for details SINC: Chapel Lane Meadow. SINC: Land West of Fairfield, Penperlleni.
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Is the whole site or part of the site of SINC (Local Wildlife Site) quality? (underline whole or part as appropriate)
Yes
Notification form in site file
Qualifying criteria Borderline No
To be verified by SINC panel
H1) Woodlands H4) Neutral grasslands H7) Marshy grasslands H15) Watercourses H22) Other features (anthills) S7) Vascular plants
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Habitats and Important Features On Site Habitat
UK Priority Habitat
Wales Priority Habitat
LBAP Habitat
% of whole site
Deciduous woodland (wet) 55 Neutral grassland 10 Marshy grassland 10 Scrub <1 SNG species- rich 5 Acid grassland with bracken and scattered trees
12
Conifer plantation 7 Adjacent land use Plantation and semi-natural woodland to north. Species-rich semi-improved grassland and SINC site SO30/02 to west. Houses to south. Site Habitat Value Map (Red = High, Amber = Medium, Green = Low)
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0100
0113
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Is the site or part of the site designated ancient woodland? (to be shown on site map)
Yes Part Adjacent to No Are there any veteran or mature trees on site?
(to be shown on site map)
Yes No If ‘Yes’ how many and what species? Does the site have any hedgerows?
(to be shown on site map) Species-rich (high) potential Hedgerow Regs Quality
Length m
Species-poor (medium) Has some potential Length m
Species-poor (low) Single species dominant. Gappy
Length m
No
Does the site have any water features present?
Ponds Streams
Ditches Other: No
Does the site have any connectivity value to either adjacent habitat or the wider landscape? Yes Some No
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Conclusions What additional ecological surveys/assessments will be required? This site is of SINC quality, development should be avoided. Summary of biodiversity features to be considered Habitats of SINC quality including species-rich grassland and wet woodland Notable species identified Connectivity Feature SINC: Chapel Lane Meadow SINC: Land West of Fairfield, Penperlleni Candidate SINC Recommended measures Development of this site should be avoided.
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Reference No:
CS/0106
Site General Information
Name: Maindiff Court Hospital, Ross
Road Location: Abergavenny Grid Ref: SO 3159915324 Site Area (ha): 8.04 Proposed Development: Residential Current Use: grounds surrounding Maindiff Court Hospital General Features:
• mature (planted broadleaved and coniferous) trees • amenity grassland • semi-improved species-rich grassland • buildings/hardstanding
Note: This site overlaps with CS/0105
Identified Biodiversity Value
MEDIUM Are biodiversity constraints significant enough to prevent development of:
The whole site? YES NO
Part of the site? YES NO
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Protected Species Are there European Protected Species issues for this site?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
Noctule bat Bats Common pipistrelle bat Dormouse Whiskered/Brandt bat Natterer’s bat Soprano pipistrelle bat Lesser horseshoe bat Bullhead Are there issues for species protected under UK legislation (not included
above)?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
Breeding bird Badger Slow worm Common lizard
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Are there records for UK or Wales Priority Species (not included above)?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
Dead hedgehog – seen in southern field
Hedgehog
UKBAP invertebrates UKBAP fungi Polecat Are there records for Monmouthshire LBAP Species (not included above)?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
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Designated Sites Is the site within or adjacent to an International or European Designated Site?
(Special Protection Area, RAMSAR Site or Special Area of Conservation) (Underline the relevant designation)
Within Directly adjacent/within 250m buffer Within 500m buffer No
Is the site within or adjacent to a Nationally Designated Site?
(National Nature Reserve or Site of Special Scientific Interest) (Underline the relevant designation)
Within Directly adjacent/within 250m buffer
Within 500m buffer No
Is the site within a Locally Designated Site?
(Local Nature Reserve or Site of Importance for Nature Conservation)
Within Directly adjacent/within 250m buffer
Within 500m buffer No
SSSI: Cwm Mill Section, Mardy SINC: River Gavenny
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Is the whole site or part of the site of SINC (Local Wildlife Site) quality? (underline whole or part as appropriate)
Yes
Notification form in site file
Qualifying criteria Borderline No
To be verified by SINC panel
H2) Parklands, Orchards and Veteran Trees H4) Neutral Grasslands
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Habitats and Important Features On Site Habitat
UK Priority Habitat
Wales Priority Habitat
LBAP Habitat
% of whole site
Mature (parkland) trees
20
Amenity grassland 30 SNG species-rich 15 Buildings 35 Adjacent land use Improved farmland to east, south and west. B4521 to north. Site Habitat Value Map (Red = High, Amber = Medium, Green = Low). Site boundary is shown in blue. Note that sites overlaps with CS/0105.
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0106
0105
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Is the site or part of the site designated ancient woodland? (to be shown on site map)
Yes Part Adjacent to No Are there any veteran or mature trees on site?
(to be shown on site map)
Yes No If ‘Yes’ how many and what species? Does the site have any hedgerows?
(to be shown on site map) Species-rich (high) potential Hedgerow Regs Quality
Length m
Species-poor (medium) Has some potential Length m
Species-poor (low) Single species dominant. Gappy
Length m
No
Does the site have any water features present?
Ponds Steams Ditches Other: No
Does the site have any connectivity value to either adjacent habitat or the wider landscape? Yes Some No
Numerous mature trees (native & non native species) throughout site. This includes English Oak x1 and Silver Birch x2.
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Conclusions What additional ecological surveys/assessments will be required? General ecological survey prior to development. Bat survey of mature/dead trees and buildings. Depending on development details, Habitat Regulations Assessment may be required due to proximity to the River Gavenny as a tributary of the River Usk SAC. Summary of biodiversity features to be considered Notable species identified Species-rich grassland Mature trees Borderline SINC value Connectivity features SSSI: Cwm Mill Section, Mardy SINC: River Gavenny Recommended measures Grassland Fence off areas of species-rich grassland prior to and during construction Trees Retain area around trees as a buffer and fence off during development according to BS 5837. Minimise light and noise disturbance during and after development. Where possible, link isolated groups to each other or to the wider countryside. Species Species mitigation may be required depending on the results of further surveys. Connectivity Development should retain or create semi-natural habitat as ecological corridors or stepping stones (see connectivity study).
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Reference No:
CS/0108
Site General Information
Name: Neville Hall Hospital Location: Abergavenny Grid Ref: SO 2883614390 Site Area (ha): 13.44 Proposed Development: Residential Current Use: Neville Hall hospital grounds General Features:
• buildings/hardstanding • amenity grassland • semi-improved species-
rich grassland
• mature and veteran trees • ponds • watercourse
Identified Biodiversity Value
MEDIUM Are biodiversity constraints significant enough to prevent development of:
The whole site? YES NO
Part of the site? YES NO
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Protected Species Are there European Protected Species issues for this site?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
Daubenton’s bat Great crested newt Common pipistrelle bat Otter Soprano pipistrellebat Bat Natterer’s bat Whiskered/Brandt’s bat Bat (unspecified species)
Brown long-eared bat Otter Are there issues for species protected under UK legislation (not included
above)?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
Grass snake Breeding birds Badger Slow worm Grass snake
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Are there records for UK or Wales Priority Species (not included above)?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
Hedgehog Hedgehog Polecat UKBAP fungi UKBAP invertebrates Are there records for Monmouthshire LBAP Species (not included above)?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
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Designated Sites Is the site within or adjacent to an International or European Designated Site?
(Special Protection Area, RAMSAR Site or Special Area of Conservation) (Underline the relevant designation)
Within Directly adjacent/within 250m buffer
Within 500m buffer No
Is the site within or adjacent to a Nationally Designated Site?
(National Nature Reserve or Site of Special Scientific Interest) (Underline the relevant designation)
Within Directly adjacent/within 250m buffer
Within 500m buffer No
Is the site within a Locally Designated Site?
(Local Nature Reserve or Site of Importance for Nature Conservation)
Within
Directly adjacent/within 250m buffer Within 500m buffer No
SAC: River Usk SSSI: River Usk (Upper Usk) SINC: See below for details
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Is the whole site or part of the site of SINC (Local Wildlife Site) quality? (underline whole or part as appropriate)
Yes
Notification form in site file
Qualifying criteria Borderline No
To be verified by SINC panel
H16) Standing open water H2) Veteran trees H4) Neutral Grasslands
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Habitats and Important Features On Site Habitat
UK Priority Habitat
Wales Priority Habitat
LBAP Habitat
% of whole site
Amenity grassland 20 SNG species-rich 7 Pond 2 Veteran tree 2 Mature trees/plantation
4
Buildings, tarmac 65 Adjacent land use Improved and semi-improved grassland to west and south. Housing and industrial estate to north and east. Site Habitat Value Map (Red = High, Amber = Medium, Green = Low). Site boundary shown in blue. This site overlaps with CS/0082 and CS/0107.
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0108
0107
0138
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Is the site or part of the site designated ancient woodland? (to be shown on site map)
Yes Part Adjacent to No Are there any veteran or mature trees on site?
(to be shown on site map)
Yes No If ‘Yes’ how many and what species? Does the site have any hedgerows?
(to be shown on site map) Species-rich (high) potential Hedgerow Regs Quality
Length m
Species-poor (medium) Has some potential Length m
Species-poor (low) Single species dominant. Gappy
Length m
No
Does the site have any water features present?
Ponds
Streams
Ditches Other: No
Does the site have any connectivity value to either adjacent habitat or the wider landscape? Yes Some No
Black Poplar x 1
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Conclusions What additional ecological surveys/assessments will be required? General ecological survey prior to development. Assessment of ponds and watercourse for potential for water voles and otters.Bat survey of mature/dead trees and buildings. Ecological survey of ponds. Assessment for presence/absence of great crested newt. Summary of biodiversity features to be considered Notable species identified Adjacent habitats The black poplar by the larger pond Species-rich grassland Mature and veteran trees Water features SAC: River Usk SSSI: River Usk (Upper Usk) Candidate SINC Connectivity features Recommended measures Grassland Fence off the area of species-rich grassland prior to and during construction. Wetlands and Watercourses Retain habitat on either side of watercourses and fence off prior to and during development. Use soft engineering techniques. Avoid use of culverts. Control pollution from development site. Retain area around ponds as a buffer and fence off during development. Create additional ponds as biodiversity enhancement. Maintain and protect water source. Groups of Trees Retain area around trees as a buffer and fence off during development according to BS 5837. Minimise light and noise disturbance during and after development. Where possible, link isolated groups to each other or to the wider countryside. Species Species mitigation may be required depending on the results of further surveys.
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Connectivity Development should retain or increase linear features (such as hedgerows and watercourses). Development should retain or create semi-natural habitat as ecological corridors or stepping stones (see connectivity study).
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Reference No:
CS/0111
Site General Information
Name: Land at Drewen Farm Location: Monmouth Grid Ref: SO 4896212468 Site Area (ha): 18.03 Proposed Development: Residential Current Use: general agriculture, 5 fields General Features:
• improved species-poor pastures
• arable land • species-rich hedgerows
• mature and veteran trees • ditch (on western and
northern boundary)
Identified Biodiversity Value
MEDIUM Are biodiversity constraints significant enough to prevent development of:
The whole site? YES NO
Part of the site? YES NO
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Protected Species Are there European Protected Species issues for this site?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
Bats Dormouse Are there issues for species protected under UK legislation (not included
above)?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
Goshawk Breeding birds Wood white Badger Slow worm
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Are there records for UK or Wales Priority Species (not included above)?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
Polecat Hedgehog Are there records for Monmouthshire LBAP Species (not included above)?
Yes Potential No
List Species:
SEWBReC record Evidence of presence on site (seen directly or field signs)
Potential to be present on site (habitat and location mean that it is likely)
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Designated Sites Is the site within or adjacent to an International or European Designated Site?
(Special Protection Area, RAMSAR Site or Special Area of Conservation) (Underline the relevant designation)
Within Directly adjacent/within 250m buffer Within 500m buffer No
Is the site within or adjacent to a Nationally Designated Site?
(National Nature Reserve or Site of Special Scientific Interest) (Underline the relevant designation)
Within Directly adjacent/within 250m buffer Within 500m buffer No
Is the site within a Locally Designated Site?
(Local Nature Reserve or Site of Importance for Nature Conservation)
Within Directly adjacent/within 250m buffer Within 500m buffer No
SINC: Wonastow Field SINC: Part of Ash Wood
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Is the whole site or part of the site of SINC (Local Wildlife Site) quality? (underline whole or part as appropriate)
Yes
Notification form in site file
Qualifying criteria Borderline No
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Habitats and Important Features Habitat
UK Priority Habitat
Wales Priority Habitat
LBAP Habitat
% of whole site
Improved grassland
50
Arable fields 40 Hedgerows 4 Mature trees 4 Ditch 2 Adjacent land use To the north arable. To the west ancient woodland. To the south semi-improved neutral grassland. Housing to the east. Site Habitat Value Map (Red = High, Amber = Medium, Green = Low). Site boundary shown in blue.
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0111
0201, 0202, 0203
0219
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Is the site or part of the site designated ancient woodland? (to be shown on site map)
Yes Part Adjacent to No Are there any veteran or mature trees on site?
(to be shown on site map)
Yes No If ‘Yes’ how many and what species? Does the site have any hedgerows?
(to be shown on site map) Species-rich (high) potential Hedgerow Regs Quality
Length 3320m
Species-poor (medium) Has some potential Length m
Species-poor (low) Single species dominant. Gappy
Length m
No
Does the site have any water features present?
Ponds Streams Ditches
Other: No
Does the site have any connectivity value to either adjacent habitat or the wider landscape? Yes Some No
English Oak x 11 1 dead standing European Pear x 2
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Conclusions What additional ecological surveys/assessments will be required? General ecological survey prior to development. Bat survey of mature/dead/veteran trees and a bunker on northern edge. Horseshoe bat foraging must be considered – Habitats Regulations Assessment may be required. Assessment of hedgerows for potential for dormice. Summary of biodiversity features to be considered Notable species identified Hedgerows Mature and veteran trees Water features Adjacent grassland SINC Connectivity feature SINC: Wonastow Field SINC: Part of Ash Wood Recommended measures Hedgerows and Trees Protect hedgerows and trees during construction according to BS 5837.
Watercourses Retain habitat on either side of watercourses and fence off prior to and during development. Use soft engineering techniques. Avoid use of culverts and seek to open existing ones. Control pollution from development site. Maintain and protect water source. Groups of Trees Retain area around trees as a buffer and fence off during development according to BS 5837. Minimise light and noise disturbance during and after development. Where possible, link isolated groups to each other or to the wider countryside. Species Species mitigation may be required depending on the results of further surveys. Connectivity Development should retain or increase linear features (such as hedgerows and watercourses).
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Development should retain or create semi-natural habitat as ecological corridors or stepping stones (see connectivity study).