Comment

Representation ID: 19915

Received: 01/04/2021

Respondent: Natural England

The sites lies on or in close proximity to woodlands and trees identified in the ancient woodland and veteran trees inventories.

NPPF para 175 sets out a strong presumption against development resulting in the loss or deterioration of irreplaceable habitats (such as ancient woodland and ancient or veteran trees). Natural England and the Forestry Commission have produced standing advice on ancient woodland, ancient and veteran trees.