This policy applies to the following application types:
- Major applications
- Minor applications
From 1 November 2022, these applications need to submit Biodiversity Information with planning applications.
Householder, change of use and permitted development applications are exempt from the full BNG requirements, but are expected to deliver habitat and species enhancements.
See our Guidance Note to find out what Biodiversity information you will need to submit with your planning application
Read more about the background to this policy