A practical guide to a complex regime focussed on the decision-making procedure under the overall biodiversity net gain regime. This book places the relevant Acts of Parliament, Regulations, Orders, provisions within the NPPF, DEFRA-issued guidance, and PPG in one place so decision makers and those submitting applications for development that is subject to the biodiversity gain regime can see, in one place, what the requirements are and how to satisfy them.Unexpected aspects of the biodiversity net gain regime are highlighted to avoid unwelcome surprises down the road. Where there are gaps or inconsistencies between the various aspects of the biodiversity net gain regime, this book addresses those and provides a practical way forward to resolve inconsistencies and fill in legislative and policy gaps. The source of obligations is also identified in each case, to ensure readers know whether the provision is required as a matter of law, policy or guidance.CONTENTS1 - Introduction2 - Exemptions3 - The Statutory Metric4 - The Biodiversity Gain Condition(s) and Biodiversity Gain Plan5 - Irreplaceable Habitats6 - Planning Authority Governance7 - Special Cases: Section 73, 62A, Phased, and Minerals Permissions8 - Legal Agreements9 - Offsite BNG10 - Statutory Credits11 - Stacking and Selling12 - Nationally Significant Infrastructure ProjectsAppendix A - Biodiversity Gain Plan TemplateAppendix B - Suggested Text for Biodiversity Gain Information on the Written Decision Notice
- | Author: Nina Pindham
- | Publisher: Law Brief Publishing
- | Publication Date: Dec 18, 2024
- | Number of Pages: 314 pages
- | Binding: Paperback or Softback
- | ISBN-10: 1916698085
- | ISBN-13: 9781916698086
