Arboricultural impact accessments (AIA)
Arboriculture
At Advanced Tree & Environmental Consultacy, we specialize in providing Arboricultural Impact Assessments (AIA) to ensure that any development project—whether it’s residential, commercial, or municipal—complies with local regulations while protecting and preserving valuable trees. Our team of qualified arborists works closely with developers, architects, and local authorities to assess the potential impact of construction or land development on trees and offer practical, sustainable solutions.
Why?
When planning a new construction or landscaping project, it’s critical to understand how your plans may affect the trees on-site. An Arboricultural Impact Assessment provides the necessary information to mitigate risks and preserve the health of your trees, ensuring that you meet legal and environmental standards.
It helps to:
Identify Potential Tree Impacts
Understand how construction, excavation, and other activities could affect the root system, canopy, and overall stability of nearby trees.
Ensure Compliance with Planning Regulations
Many jurisdictions require an AIA as part of the development approval process to ensure trees are adequately protected.
Mitigate Risks
Assess and address potential damage to trees before it occurs, preventing future liability issues.
Promote Sustainable Development
Develop a strategy that protects both the trees and the proposed development, allowing for harmony between green space and infrastructure.
This services Includes
Our Arboricultural Impact Assessments provide a
comprehensive evaluation that includes:
Tree Survey
A full inventory of trees within the site, including their species, size, condition, and any potential risks.
Impact Analysis
Evaluation of how proposed construction or landscape changes will affect the trees—this includes root protection areas (RPAs), canopy spread, and potential structural damage.
Tree Protection Plan (TPP)
Clear guidelines for how trees should be protected during construction, including fencing, barriers, and restricted access areas.
Mitigation Strategies
Recommendations for minimizing damage or compensating for lost trees, such as transplanting, replacing, or enhancing the site with additional planting.
Detailed Report
A full written report with all findings, visual aids (like site maps and tree protection plans), and recommendations.
Benefits
Expert Evaluation
Our certified arborists bring years of experience in assessing trees and understanding how construction activities affect them.
Compliance Assistance
We help you navigate local regulations and provide all necessary documentation for planning approvals.
Risk Management
Proactively identify any potential risks to trees during construction and offer viable solutions to avoid long-term damage.
Sustainable Solutions
We prioritize both the development goals and the preservation of trees, ensuring a balance that benefits both parties.
When Should You Get an Arboricultural Impact Assessment?
An Arboricultural Impact Assessment is typically required in the following situations:
Before submitting planning applications
Many local authorities require an AIA as part of the application process for new developments or land alterations.
For construction projects near trees
If your project involves tree removal, pruning, or any major work near trees, an AIA will help assess how to minimize harm.
For tree protection on construction sites
If you’re developing land that has significant or protected trees, the assessment ensures that your construction plans comply with tree protection laws.
Why Choose us?
Qualified Arborists
We’re a team of certified arborists with in-depth knowledge of tree care, planning regulations, and construction impacts.
Thorough & Detailed Reports
Our AIAs are comprehensive, precise, and tailored to your specific project needs.
Sustainability-Focused
We aim to provide solutions that benefit both your development and the long-term health of the trees.
End-to-End Support
rom initial assessment through to tree protection and mitigation strategies, we guide you every step of the way to ensure compliance and tree preservation.