Item7Appendix2HRA20230007DETLaurelBank

This document contains a Habitats Regulations Appraisal for planning application 2023/0007/DET, regarding the erection of 23 self-catering apartments, shops, a hotel, and underground parking in Aviemore. The appraisal, updated on 13 February 2023, examines the potential impact of the development on the Kinveachy Forest Special Protection Area (SPA) and the River Spey Special Area of Conservation (SAC). The appraisal concludes that the development is unlikely to have a significant effect on the Kinveachy Forest SPA, but there is potential for a significant effect on the River Spey SAC due to the risk of sediment release during construction. To mitigate this risk, the appraisal recommends the implementation of a Construction Environmental Management Plan and Method Statement. If these conditions are met, the appraisal concludes that the development will not have an adverse effect on the integrity of either site.