Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole LPA BNG
Expert support for Biodiversity Net Gain in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole LPA. BNG assessments, habitat mapping & access to local BNG units.
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Biodiversity Net Gain in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole LPA Local Planning Authority
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP) is a unitary authority on the south coast of England, covering approximately 85 square kilometres. The area is renowned for its extensive coastline, urban centres, and pockets of rural and green spaces, creating a diverse ecological landscape.
Aligned with the Environment Act 2021, BCP Council requires most development projects to achieve a minimum of 10% Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG). This can be accomplished through on-site habitat creation or enhancement, off-site biodiversity units, or contributing to strategic ecological networks.
The LPA intersects with the National Character Areas of Dorset Heaths and New Forest, which shape the borough’s habitats. These include heathlands, coastal cliffs, woodlands, and freshwater habitats that are important for regional biodiversity and designated as priority habitats.
Balancing urban expansion with conservation presents challenges and opportunities for BNG delivery. Effective implementation involves detailed habitat surveys, alignment with local biodiversity action plans, and strategic habitat management.
Our team provides BNG assessments, habitat mapping, and links to local biodiversity offsetting schemes tailored for BCP’s unique coastal and urban environment.
Habitats in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole LPA Local Planning Authority
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The diverse habitats across BCP support a wide range of species and contribute significantly to local biodiversity.
Heathland and Grassland Habitats
Lowland Heathland: A rare and sensitive habitat supporting reptiles, birds such as nightjars, and rare invertebrates.
Acid Grassland: Often associated with heathland edges, rich in specialist plants and insects.
Woodland and Forest Habitats
Ancient Semi-Natural Woodland: Scattered patches supporting birds, bats, and diverse understorey plants.
Wet Woodland: Found in wetter valley areas and along watercourses.
Coastal and Marine Habitats
Coastal Cliffs and Shingle Beaches: Critical for nesting seabirds and specialized coastal flora.
Saltmarsh and Mudflats: Provide important feeding grounds for wading birds and fish nurseries.
Wetland and Watercourse Habitats
Rivers and Streams: Including the Stour and other smaller watercourses supporting fish, amphibians, and aquatic invertebrates.
Ponds and Reedbeds: Vital for amphibians, dragonflies, and wetland birds.
Urban Green Spaces
Parks, Gardens, and Street Trees: Offering habitat connectivity within urban areas.
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole LPA BNG Planning
High distinctiveness habitats such as lowland heathland, ancient woodland, and coastal cliffs are central to biodiversity uplift efforts and require focused protection and enhancement.
Lower distinctiveness habitats like acid grassland and urban green spaces provide flexible opportunities for habitat creation and connectivity improvements.
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