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This document contains a draft Habitats Regulations Assessment consultation, dated 27 January 2020, regarding planning applications for the demolition of a house and the erection of 12 houses in Boat of Garten. The assessment considers the potential impact of the development on nearby Natura sites, including the River Spey Special Area of Conservation (SAC), Abernethy Forest Special Protection Area (SPA), and Cairngorms SPA, evaluating potential effects on species like otters, Atlantic salmon, freshwater pearl mussels, and capercaillie. The assessment outlines stages of evaluation, discusses potential impacts and necessary mitigation measures, particularly addressing water quality concerns from waste water discharge. The overall conclusion is that with the implementation of specific mitigation measures, the proposed development should not adversely affect the integrity of the River Spey SAC.