Changes to the Environment Act mean that biodiversity net gain (BNG) is set to become mandatory for housing developers in England from January 2024, with smaller sites included from April 2024. Designed to protect and enhance the natural environment, the changes represent a steep learning curve for house builders and developers. Changes to the Environment Act mean that biodiversity net gain (BNG) is set to become mandatory for housing developers in England from January 2024, with smaller sites included from April 2024. Designed to protect and enhance the natural environment, the changes represent a steep learning curve for house builders and developers.
To help you get ahead of the new changes, this paper covers:
• Why the UK needs a new approach to biodiversity
• The key principles for maximising BNG
• New legal requirements relating to BNG
• How to achieve a 10% net gain through onsite improvements
• How BNG can boost a development’s bottom line
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