What was the challenge?

Temple was commissioned in July 2023 by SWECO to undertake a ground level survey of trees that could be affected by the proposed road widening and roundabout scheme on the A47, Great Yarmouth, and to produce an Arboricultural Impact Assessment (AIA) concerning the construction works. An Arboricultural method statement was also required to detail procedures that would help to mitigate any damage to trees that were to be retained at the site.

What was our role?

Temple was instrumental in providing the baseline survey information early in the project programme, identifying the retention value of trees and those that would benefit the future site most. This ensured that the designers had the right information to inform design such that retention of the most valuable tree cover was designed into proposals.

How did we add value to the client?

We were able to identify areas of vegetation that would be best kept for retention due to their ability to provide screening from the existing road. We were also able to inform the client on best practice measures to reduce the potential for damage to retained trees. The iterative design work, involving designers, civil engineers and contractors to the project was intense and detailed requiring repeated re-formulation of tree protection methods due to modifications in engineering designs. The Temple Arb Team worked responsively and productively with client SWECO to bring all arboricultural planning considerations to a satisfactory conclusion.

What was the conclusion?

Temple produced high quality analysis, data management, drawing work and report-based assessment, all as required by the planning process. In close consultation with the client, issues encountered were fully addressed in order to provide a smooth process through the planning system to consent. All Temple Arb productions were clearly underpinned by industry best practices which inspired confidence in both the developer and the planning authority.