Attachment 6b - Ecological Assessment Part 2 · MCU18/0015

                            Ecological Assessment – Attunga Heights



One (1) significant fauna species (Grey headed flying fox) was recorded within the site
during the surveys. One (1) other significant species (Glossy black cockatoo) and several
migratory species were considered possible occurrences based on the presence of suitable
habitat. Impacts on these species resulting from the proposed development are expected
to be minor. The site is relatively isolated from surrounding areas reducing the site
suitability as a movement corridor. Suitable habitat for significant species is to be retained
as part of the proposed development.

Surveys of the site failed to detect any animal breeding place for protected animals. An
SMP is therefore not required.

The areas of the subject site proposed for development generally support areas of limited
ecological significance. Vegetation communities are highly disturbed, have a high
proportion of weeds, are low in diversity, small in size and have low connective values.

Local, State and Commonwealth statutory requirements have been considered and it is not
expected that the development will adversely impact on the flora and fauna and ecological
communities within the site. Conservation, rehabilitation and management of the habitat
in which threatened species are known or likely to occur represents an effective mitigation
measure.

It is recommended that a Property Map of Assessable Vegetation (PMAV) is lodged with
DNRME to correct the current RE mapping over the site. A PMAV is a property-scale map
that shows the boundaries of vegetation categories on the property. Once a PMAV is
certified by DNRME, it replaces the regulated vegetation management map for determining
the location and extent of the areas of regulated vegetation.




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