Bexley Planning Portal: Applying for Planning Permission
The Bexley Planning Portal is an accessible online hub which allows project developers to submit, manage, and track planning applications in Bexley. It also enables users to comment on other projects. Developers should be aware of potential ecological challenges when undertaking a new project development, particularly in areas which may be home to protected species.
Seeking environmental guidance is essential to ensure your project meets the necessary ecological requirements of Bexley Council. At Collington Winter Environmental, we can guide you through the application process, guaranteeing ecological standards are met and ultimately making sure your project will align with local environmental principles and conservation efforts.
Planning applications for the London Borough of Bexley should be submitted through the Bexley Council planning portal.
Bexley Planning Portal: The Application Process
Applying for planning permission through the Planning Portal, Bexley involves several steps, including:
Preparing the application
Prepare necessary documents, including:
- Application forms (available on the Bexley Planning Portal).
- Detailed site plans and drawings (e.g. elevations, floor plans).
- Supporting statements, such as a Design and Access Statement, ecological reports, or heritage assessments (if applicable).
- Biodiversity Net Gain proposal (which must provide a minimum of 10% improvement to the local area).
Submitting the application
- Complete the online planning application, including specific project details.
- Attach all required plans, including any supporting information.
Consultation
- If validated, the application will then be publicised on the portal.
- Relevant parties, such as neighbours and stakeholders, will be invited to provide feedback on the application.
Assessment
- A review of your application will begin, factoring in local planning policies, environmental impacts, relevant stakeholders, and public feedback.
- If necessary, the proposal may need modification to address specific environmental concerns.
- Ecological provisions will be considered, and you may need to modify your BNG proposal.
Decision making
- For straightforward applications, a council planning officer may make the final decision.
- For larger or contentious projects, the application may be brought before a planning committee for a discussion.
- You will be notified of the success of your application in writing and published on the portal.
What ecological requirements are considered for the planning permission process?
When applying for planning permission on the Bexley Planning Portal, ecological requirements must be targeted. The most common ecological considerations include:
- Ecological Surveys – To identify any ecosystems or plants that may require extra consideration while planning your project.
- Protected Species Assessment – To assess any protected species or conservation areas which may need specific mitigation plans on your site, such as bats and badgers.
- Tree surveys – To determine the potential impact on the health and stability of existing trees on and around the development location.
- Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) – It is now mandatory to ensure any new developments improve the local ecological habitat by at least 10%, either directly on-site or offsetting the requirement elsewhere.
- Landscape Surveys – Consideration must be given to the potential impact on the surrounding landscape.
- Ecological Clerk of Works – Collington Winter can delegate an ecological clerk of works to oversee any assessments with respect to protected species and BNG.
Bexley Planning Portal: How can Collington Winter Environmental assist?
Collington Winter Environmental can offer valuable support for project development proposals in the South of England. Our Ecological Clerk of Works will assist with any habitat assessments or protected species surveys requested by your local council. Due to our experience, our team ensure that ecological requirements are met during the planning application process, delivering a successful outcome for both project developers and Bexley Council.
If you are interested in our Bexley Planning Portal services, contact us using the form below. You can also contact us via email at info@collingtonwinter.co.uk or call one of our team on 01204 939608.
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