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How to assess a planning application when there are protected species on or near a proposed development site.
List of priority habitats and species in England (‘Section 41 habitats and species’) for public bodies, landowners and funders to use for biodiversity conservation.
Find out which licence you might need to carry out work that affects wildlife and its habitat, how to apply and when you might need to pay.
What you must do to avoid harming great crested newts and when you’ll need a licence.
Find out about eligibility and requirements for the roofing (sprayer washdown area, manure storage area, livestock gathering area, slurry stores, silage stores) item.
Find out about eligibility and requirements for the nectar flower mix option.
Find out about eligibility and requirements for the management of species-rich grassland option.
Get help to improve water and air quality, and reduce flood risk on agricultural land.
As a land owner or manager, find out about your responsibilities and how to manage public access.
Find out about eligibility and requirements for the wooden field gate item.
How to assess a planning application when there are ancient woodland, ancient trees or veteran trees on or near a proposed development site.
Apply to join a district level licensing scheme to develop land that may affect great crested newts and supply any survey data you collect.
What to include in a habitat management and monitoring plan (HMMP) to improve biodiversity for the long term.
What you must do to avoid harming badgers and when you’ll need a licence.
Find out what to do and how much it costs to register a biodiversity gain site.
Find out about eligibility and requirements for the educational access option.
Find out about eligibility and requirements for the management of hedgerows option.
Understand the role of Natural England, local authorities and partnerships when designating or managing AONBs in England.
Find out about eligibility and requirements for the two year sown legume fallow option.
Find out about eligibility and requirements for the hedgerow laying item.
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