We assess the soil conditions and land classification prior to development and produce an impact assessment. An impact assessment on the soils, often undertaken in conjunction with a soil quality assessment or ALC Grading, utilises the same soil survey data and assesses the expected impact on the soil of all handling operations appropriate to the site in question. This work is tailored to the requirements stipulated in The Town and Country Planning (Environmental Impact Assessment) (England and Wales) Regulations 1999. Recommendations are made, in the light of the soils present, as to the particular mitigating measures needed during handling. At this point consideration of themes within the UK first Soil Action Plan would take place. The final restoration design is considered in addressing residual impact and in particular opportunities for improving soil conditions in terms of soil quality for biodiversity and ALC Grade by for example, re-grading, soil mixing and soil manufacture.
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