Plot clearing before or after planning application

[cyqi]

I have an very over grown plot that I'd like to submit a planning application for a new build. The plot is over grown mainly by brambles and weeds. Due to it is close to open countryside, an ecological survey will be required. Now I have a dilemma, if i don't cleared the site, it is difficult to get any excess to the plot for a ecological survey or other site survey. If i cleared site, I am worried that the council may not be happy because of the destruction of "natural habitat" and an ecological survey will be virtually meaningless. Any advice?

 

[^woody^]

Clear the site. It's yours to do as you like. It won't make a difference to the planning application.

 

[Keithmac]

Clear it first then apply for planning?.

 

[Tigercubrider]

if it was me, I would clear it, then put in the application. (take a couple of pictures of work in progress)
Obviously if you are aware of any rare animals nesting /hibernating then skirt around them, but better do the work than be held up by surveys

 

[tony1851]

if you are aware of any rare animals nesting /hibernating then skirt around them,

And prepare for a big bill; council planning departments looorvve making you spend money.