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Explains key issues in implementing policy to protect and enhance the natural environment, including local requirements.
Guidance about the 9 European programmes overseen by DLUHC in which the UK takes part that promote cooperation and economic development across member states.
Provides clarity on the need for sustainability appraisal and strategic environmental assessment in relation to plan development.
The guidance explains the neighbourhood planning system introduced by the Localism Act, including key stages and considerations required.
How to use the calculators to work out a nutrient budget for residential developments in nutrient neutrality catchments.
Sets out key principles in understanding viability in plan making and decision taking.
Guidance on the use of Habitats Regulations Assessment
Advises on how planning can ensure water quality and the delivery of adequate water and wastewater infrastructure.
Guidance for policy officials in government to identify and assess the wider environmental impacts of their policy options.
This environmental resource guide seeks to support the rollout of digital infrastructure in England, by providing greater awareness of climate adaptation, environmental improvements (biodiversity gains), and low carbon considerations. The guide is based on England jurisdiction, but has direct relevance...
How developers can create and enhance habitat on-site to deliver biodiversity net gain (BNG).
Sets out method for assessing housing and economic land availability.
Provides guiding principles on how planning can deal with land affected by contamination.
Explains requirements of the Town and Country Planning (Environmental Impact Assessment) Regulations 2017.
This series provides annual information on the uptake of options and a regional summary of Countryside Stewardship and Environmental Stewardship agreements.
Guidance to help local planning authorities assess and reflect strategic transport needs in Local Plan making.
This toolkit includes short and long-form templates for preparing a national report on implementing international humanitarian law.
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