20/12/2012
PSP 23 – Greenvale South – Biodiversity Assessment Report (Native Vegetation) – SMEC – online version
This Biodiversity Report provides native vegetation and fauna habitat information for Precinct Structure Plan Area 23 – Greenvale South.
SMEC Australia (SMEC) was engaged by the former Growth Areas Authority (GAA) to provide vegetation and fauna assessments and mapping services for the Greenvale South Precinct Structure Plan Area (PSP Area 23). The purpose of the mapping and assessment project is to inform:
The preparation of Precinct Structure Plans in areas designated for future urban development;
Long term planning with a focus on infrastructure to ensure requirements are met over the next 30-50 years.
The assessment surveys were conducted by the contractor during October, November and December in 2008 and January 2009.
The survey methodologies used by the contractor in preparation of this report are in accordance with guidelines and training provided by the Department of Environment and Primary Industries, formerly the Department of Sustainability and Environment.
Any limitations to the report or to the application of its findings are outlined in Part 2 section 3 and Part 3
section 3 of this report.