Object

Representation ID: 16728

Received: 24/03/2021

Respondent: Shipley Town Council

Proposed policy:

1. All development is required to protect and enhance both biodiversity and green infrastructure features and networks both on and off-site for the lifetime of the development.

2. Developments proposals are required to evidence a thorough understanding of context through the preparation of a proportionate assessment of existing and planned green infrastructure, biodiversity and ecological features and networks both on the site and in the locality, and demonstrate how:
a) Through physical alterations and a management plan for the lifetime of the development:
i. Existing green infrastructure and biodiversity assets will be maximised;
ii. Opportunities to enhance existing and provide new green infrastructure and biodiversity assets will be maximised;
iii. Development will deliver long lasting measurable net gains in biodiversity;
iv. Where appropriate, a monitoring plan will be put in place to review delivery of i -iii.
b) The mitigation hierarchy has been applied by following a sequential approach to avoid, minimise, mitigate, and finally compensate for (on then off-site) any harm to biodiversity. If significant harm cannot be avoided in this way, development will not be permitted.