KINGFISHER ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANTS

Kingfisher Environmental Consultants & Ecologists run by Fred Symmons and based in Donegal is a multi-disciplinary environmental consultancy with over 30 years of professional expertise in Ireland.  We provide a Nationwide service to an extensive client base and specialise in providing extremely short turnaround times for reports and a unique personal and cost-efficient professional service to individuals and large industry. 

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• Appropriate Assessment Screening Reports, Natura Impact Statements, Ecological Reports & Ecological Impact Assessments

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Our company has a strong background in ecology and flora and fauna assessments.  Indeed we are Full  Members of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management CIEEM.  We are Ecologists and undertake Ecological Reports in Donegal, and all over Ireland  Appropriate Assessments, Natura Impact Statements and Appropriate Assessment Screening on behalf of private and semi-state authorities and we work closely with Architects and Engineers on one-off housing and industrial development AA Screening projects.

 

• Waste Management Consultancy​

 

We specialise in Waste Facility Permit Applications, Certificate of Registrations and Waste Licences for the reclamation and filling of agricultural land; quarry restoration; Article 27 Notifications for By-Product Soil and End of Waste for Concrete; scrap metal recycling facilities; car and truck dismantlers and ELV and ATF facilities; C&D recycling; and other waste recycling facilities.  We provide a Nationwide service to hauliers and waste collectors for Waste Collection Permit Applications and Reviews to the NWCPO.

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• Planning Consultancy and Planning Applications

 

We have extensive legal and planning experience in the preparation of planning applications for new and existing industrial facilities including Environmental Impact Assessment Reports (EIAR); planning reports; Section 5 Exemptions; planning submissions and appeals - We offer a comprehensive and experienced project management planning service to Waste Facilities and Sand and Gravel Pits and Quarries.

 

Why Choose Kingfisher Environmental Consultants?

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✅ Unmatched Reputation: We collaborate closely with Architectural Firms, Engineers, State Bodies, and Private Clients across Ireland, providing professional  reports. With a solid reputation for excellence, we work efficiently with Local Planning Authorities nationwide.

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✅ Expertise and Proven Success: With over 30 years of experience, we have successfully prepared over 200 AA Screening Reports and NIS documents. Our extensive background in Environmental, Ecological, Waste, and Planning Law ensures our reports support your planning approval process. We boast an impressive 98% success rate.

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✅ Fast and Efficient Turnaround: We pride ourselves on delivering AA Screening Reports and NIS in just 3 to 7 working days from the date of engagement—fast, reliable, and on time.

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✅ Affordable and Transparent Pricing: Our pricing is competitive and inclusive, with no hidden fees. We offer fair, cost-effective services to meet your needs.

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✅ Quality Assurance and Accreditation: As Full Members of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM), we hold the necessary qualifications to carry out Appropriate Assessments. We also carry Professional Indemnity Insurance for added peace of mind.