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Biodiversity Survey and Report for DevelopmentA biodiversity survey and report is a comprehensive study of the biological diversity within a particular area or ecosystem. The findings from this survey are then summarised and presented in a written document. The main...

Biodiversity Net Gain Expert - How can we help?Our team of biodiversity net gain experts at Collington Winter are experienced in assisting clients across the country with all of their needs and queries surrounding BNG. Biodiversity Net Gain planning law mandates that...

Habitat Banks: What you need to knowHabitat banks were introduced following the introduction of the Environment Bill in 2021, in relation to Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG). The Environment Act will be legally mandated in November 2023, but many local planning authorities...

Biodiversity Banking for Planning and DevelopmentAs it is now a part of UK legislation, Biodiversity net gain (BNG) will become a mandatory point for all upcoming development projects in England. BNG refers to the process whereby a development considers the...

Biodiversity Net Gain Metric 3.1: Why is it important?Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) is an emerging metric that aims to measure biodiversity and improve the environmental outcomes of development projects. The concept of mandatory BNG is based on the idea that development...

Biodiversity Net Gain 2023: What developers need to knowBiodiversity net gain (BNG) will soon become a mandatory point for all upcoming development projects in England. BNG refers to the process whereby a development (or project) considers the environmental impact in...

Ecology Surveys for Planning and DevelopmentAn ecology survey is a process of assessing the ecological value of a site or area in order to inform planning decisions. The purpose of an ecology survey is to identify any important habitats or species that may be present...

Planning Conditions for Biodiversity Net GainIn England, Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) is an approach that has become an essential aspect of all future development projects as it is now a part of UK legislation. This involves considering the long term impact of a...

Ecology Report for Planning ApplicationAn ecology report for a planning application is a document that assesses the potential impact of a proposed development on the local environment and wildlife. The report used is commonly a preliminary ecological appraisal (PEA)....