Developing or submitting a planning application in Solihull and require Biodiversity Net Gain?
BNG is now mandatory for most developments – we provide compliant, planning-ready reports aligned with Solihull Council requirements.
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In Solihull, BNG is a key requirement for most developments. Developers must show a net improvement in biodiversity relative to the site’s original condition. This involves conserving habitats along rivers and railway corridors, enhancing green wedges and urban parks, and creating additional planting or wetland areas to support wildlife, fostering sustainable growth while maintaining ecological networks.
Planning officers in Solihull often request BNG information where development may impact important ecological networks. Typical examples include:
Clear and correctly presented BNG evidence is essential, as planning applications may otherwise face validation issues or delays.
We cover all areas of Solihull, including the town centre, Shirley, Knowle, Dorridge, Olton, Balsall Common, and surrounding neighbourhoods.
Councils in Solihull expect BNG information at an early stage to ensure developments meet the required ten percent increase in biodiversity before finalising the layout. They require a verified baseline, a completed Metric showing the change in biodiversity units, and a clear plan for delivering and securing the gain. This aligns with NPPF Section 15 guidance.
We produce planning-ready BNG Assessments aligned to Solihull’s policy expectations.
For developments in Solihull, our BNG assessments provide the essential information planning officers require. Each assessment includes:
This approach meets Solihull Council expectations and offers a proportionate method to demonstrate BNG across various types of developments.
Year-round, with optimal survey seasons
Completed once habitat data is verified.
Aligned with design progression and layout refinement.
Only if needed. PEA, EIA, and Protected Species surveys
Contact us, and we’ll confirm exactly what your Solihull site requires. We provide a planning-ready, proportionate route forward.
Yes, most applications (except exempt categories) must submit BNG evidence.
You can review local planning guidance here:
Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council – Local Plan & planning policies: https://www.solihull.gov.uk/Planning/Local-Plan
Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council – Supplementary Planning Documents (SPDs) & development guidance: https://www.solihull.gov.uk/Planning/Planning-policy/SPDs
Yes, rivers like the Blythe and Cole are priority ecological corridors, requiring careful assessment.
Yes, regenerating brownfield sites often support valuable habitats.
Often yes, through wildflower areas, wetland creation, and scrub/grassland improvements.
Disused tracks and embankments can hold moderate-to-high value habitats and require accurate classification.
Verified baseline, completed Metric, and early uplift strategy submitted at validation.
