What is a Biodiversity Net Gain Assessment?
Biodiversity Net Gain Assessments contribute to the recovery of nature. These are now mandatory following the release of the State of Nature report which stated that there has been a decline of 13% in the average wildlife throughout the UK, since the 70s. Therefore Biodiversity Net Gain Assessment in Uxbridge and throughout West London have been put in place to ensure that the habitat for wildlife is left in a better state than it was before development.
Why is a Biodiversity Net Gain Assessment in Uxbridge Required?
As of 2024, Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) is a mandatory requirement for most new developments in England. If you’re applying for planning permission in Uxbridge or the surrounding areas, a BNG Assessment is essential to meet local authority and national legislation requirements.
At ProHort, we provide comprehensive BNG surveys to ensure your project complies with the Environment Act 2021 while also contributing positively to the local ecosystem. By using DEFRA’s approved biodiversity metric, we measure the site’s ecological value before and after development, with a goal to achieve a minimum 10% net gain.
Anyone planning to develop must now ensure that they provide a Biodiversity Net Gain Assessment as part of their planning application. Developers should aim to avoid any habitat loss on their site. If this isn’t possible, they must create new habitats either on-site or at a nearby alternative location.
If creating new habitats is not feasible, developers have the option to purchase statutory credits from the government. However, this option must be supported by evidence and used only as a last resort.
Who Needs a BNG Assessment?
You’ll need a BNG Assessment if you are:
Submitting a planning application in Uxbridge or anywhere in England
Working on residential, commercial, infrastructure, or mixed-use developments
Seeking to offset biodiversity impacts with on-site or off-site habitat creation
Wanting to stay compliant with local planning authority (LPA) policies and national BNG regulations
Why Choose Us?
Experienced ecologists with up-to-date knowledge of BNG law and DEFRA metrics
Fast turnaround times to meet tight planning deadlines
Collaborative approach with developers, planners, and landowners
Competitive pricing with transparent reporting
Book your Biodiversity Net Gain Assessment in Uxbridge:
Don’t risk delays or rejections in your planning application. Let our qualified ecologists help you meet BNG requirements efficiently and effectively. ProHort Ltd would love to assist you with your Biodiversity Net Gain Assessment. Call us today on 01782 479 479 or complete our online contact form.