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NatureScot Habitats Regulations Appraisal (HRA) proforma

The purpose of this document is to provide an example of how to record a Habitats Regulations Appraisal (HRA). It is similar to a proforma used by NatureScot staff when NatureScot (SNH) is a competent authority and when NatureScot is providing advice to a competent authority.

Further guidance is available on how to carry out an HRA.

Published: June 2022
Updated: Aug 2023

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