Case Studies

Regional Sports Centre, Co. Westmeath

TEAM

Environmental Team

Sector

Services Provided

Ecological Consultancy

Overview of service

ORS provided ecological consultancy services for the proposed development of a new regional sports centre on the north-eastern outskirts of Mullingar.

Acting on behalf of Westmeath County Council, ORS conducted targeted Winter Bird Surveying to inform the project’s design and planning.

The survey recorded bird species, population densities, and behavioural patterns – data essential to guiding mitigation strategies. A total of 38 species were observed, including Annex I birds like Common Snipe and red-listed species such as Golden Plover and Redwing.

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Project Outcome

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Challenges & Solution

Seasonal Survey Requirements – Winter bird surveys required precise timing to capture accurate data on non-breeding species. ORS ensured surveys were undertaken within optimal windows.

Species of Conservation Concern – The presence of Annex I and red-listed species required careful assessment to inform appropriate mitigation strategies.

Programme Risk – Early ecological input was essential to avoid delays associated with missing seasonal survey windows and to maintain project timelines.

Leads

Key Contacts

  • Luke Martin 6.0
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    Luke Martin

    Director

  • OisĂ­n Doherty
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    OisĂ­n Doherty

    Associate Director

  • Damien Kenny. 1.0
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    Damian Kenny

    Director

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