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What you need to do for biodiversity net gain (BNG) if irreplaceable habitat is present.
Find out about priority habitats and species, the value of ancient and native woodland and when it's appropriate to remove trees to restore open habitats.
Competent authorities must help to protect wild bird habitats on land and at sea, and avoid pollution to protect wild bird populations.
What to include in a habitat management and monitoring plan (HMMP) to improve biodiversity for the long term.
Find out how to apply for consent for change of use to convert woodland to open habitat.
The prices of statutory biodiversity credits from the date biodiversity net gain (BNG) becomes mandatory.
Find the alternative feature, sub feature or supporting habitat name used in the marine site maps and the corresponding conservation advice package.
Guidance on the use of Habitats Regulations Assessment
This advice summarises the applicant and decision maker obligations under the Habitats Regulations in the context of Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects (NSIPs).
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