Assessments of the environmental effects

Following assessment as detailed within this Record of Determination, and provided that mitigation measures are in place and best practice is followed, there will be no significant effects on the environment.

The following environmental surveys/reviews/consultations have been undertaken:

• Environmental Scoping Assessment (ESA) undertaken by Amey’s Environment Team in July 2026.
• A Preliminary Ecological Walkover (PEW) undertaken by the Ecology Team at Amey in September 2026.
• Habitats Regulation Appraisal (HRA) Stage 1 undertaken by Amey’s Ecology Team in July 2026. The HRA states that the scheme does not carry the potential to cause Likely Significant Effects (LSE) to the European or National Site.
• Consultation with Dumfries and Galloway Council’s Environmental Health Department and Historic Environment Scotland undertaken by Amey’s Environmental Team in July 2026.