Roost Visitors
Bat
roost visiting is one of the most important activities carried out by
bat group members. It is suggested that a householder with a roost in
their house consults the appropriate Statutory Nature Conservation
Organisation (SNCO) before taking any action against the bats or their
roost, in order that they don't break the law and take the bats into
account. The SNCO is usually consulted before the householder carries
out any activities that may affect the bats, for example, timber
treatment, roof repairs or cavity wall insulation.
On these occasions, the SNCO will contact a local Roost Visitor, who will visit the householder. They collect information for the SNCO on the species, the structure and the proposed plans, and also provide a valuable service by educating the householder about their bats.