Pre-development paper searches in the form of desk-based assessments and, in the case of larger or strategic developments, Environmental Impact Assessments, are often required as the first stage of a planning submission. These surveys help to quickly and accurately assess the likelihood of archaeological, architectural or cultural heritage features being present within a proposed development area.
Environmental Impact Assessments are a core area of expertise. Well scoped EIAs allow for the effective implementation of mitigation strategies designed to avoid, reduce or offset potential adverse impacts on the archaeological resource, and provide an effective risk-management strategy to aid your planning submission.
The practice has completed thorough and workable EIAs in a broad range of development sectors to the satisfaction of numerous clients, local authorities and the State departments responsible for the protection of our cultural heritage.