MMO1204 Seascapes Methodology

Tender description

The objectives of this project are to create a Methodology to: a) assess the quality of a seascape (character and visual) b) establish how highly a seascape (character and visual) is valued c) establish the impacts of different development types on seascape (character and visual) d) (based on the above) establish an area’s capacity to accommodate change (a compatibility matrix may be considered as an appropriate method of evaluation) e) create methods for valuing an area’s natural capital and eco-systems services The outputs from MMO1134, which describes existing character of each marine plan area will be used as baseline evidence. Areas designated for landscape protection such Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty or National Parks will provide a good starting point for assessment. As is Natural England’s methodology for valuing a landscapes natural capital.