Beeson Planning Portal: Applying for Planning Permission

The Beeson planning portal is the official platform for submitting and managing planning applications within Beeson and the surrounding area. It allows applicants to upload essential documents, track the status of their applications, and comment on planning applications – serving as a key resource in the local planning process.

To gain planning approval, it is crucial to comply with environmental standards set by Broxtowe Borough Council. Engaging an ecological consultant early in your project can help prevent delays and ensure full compliance with relevant ecological requirements.

At Collington Winter, our team of ecological specialists provides tailored support that aligns with both policies and national environmental legislation.

Ecology plays a vital role in many planning applications. Your project may require one or more of the following:

Ecological Surveys – Ecological surveys form the foundation of understanding a site’s existing biodiversity. These surveys identify habitats and species present on-site and assess their ecological value. They are often the first step in the planning process and inform the development layout to avoid or minimise ecological harm.

Protected Species Assessment – Protected species assessments focus on identifying the presence of legally protected wildlife, such as bats, great crested newts, dormice, badgers, reptiles, and nesting birds.

Tree surveys – Tree surveys assess individual trees and tree groups in terms of species, age, health, structural condition, and root protection areas (RPAs).

Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) – As mandated by the Environment Act 2021, all developments must deliver a minimum 10% net gain in biodiversity. NG requires developers to measure the site’s baseline ecological value and implement enhancements that result in a quantifiable increase in biodiversity post-development.

Landscape Surveys – Landscape surveys and LVIAs evaluate the visual and ecological impacts a development may have on the surrounding landscape. These assessments consider landform, vegetation, character areas, and scenic value.

Ecological Clerk of Works – An Ecological Clerk of Works provides on-site ecological monitoring and advice during construction activities. Their role is to ensure that works are carried out in accordance with agreed ecological method statements, mitigation plans, and planning conditions.

Collington Winter offers comprehensive ecological support – from preliminary site assessment and BNG calculations to long-term environmental monitoring. Our dedicated team ensures that your project meets all ecological requirements, streamlining your planning process through the Beeson planning portal.

For expert ecological advice, complete the enquiry form below, call us on 01204 939608, or email info@collingtonwinter.co.uk.