Waverley LPA BNG
Expert support for Biodiversity Net Gain in Waverley LPA. BNG assessments, habitat mapping & access to local BNG units.
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Biodiversity Net Gain in Waverley LPA Local Planning Authority
Waverley, located in Surrey, is a predominantly rural borough characterised by a rich mosaic of woodlands, heathlands, and river valleys. Covering around 340 square kilometres, it includes towns such as Farnham, Godalming, and Haslemere, along with extensive natural landscapes within the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB).
Aligned with the Environment Act 2021, Waverley Borough Council requires most development projects to achieve a minimum of 10% Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG). This can be delivered via on-site habitat creation or enhancement, off-site biodiversity units, or contributions to local ecological networks.
The LPA lies largely within the Wealden Greensand and the Low Weald National Character Areas, supporting priority habitats including ancient woodland, lowland heath, chalk grassland, and floodplain grazing marsh.
Waverley’s extensive natural habitats alongside urban settlements provide opportunities for BNG through woodland enhancement, heathland restoration, grassland management, and river corridor improvements.
For developers, landowners, and planning professionals in Waverley, understanding local habitats, planning policies, and biodiversity priorities is essential. Our team offers BNG assessments, habitat mapping, and ecological consultancy.
To learn more or receive updates about BNG units and schemes in the area, get in touch with us.
Habitats in Waverley LPA Local Planning Authority
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Waverley supports a wide variety of habitats recognised under the Biodiversity Net Gain framework.
Grassland and Heathland Habitats
Lowland Heath: Priority habitat supporting reptiles, invertebrates, and specialised flora.
Chalk Grassland: Species-rich calcareous grassland with diverse plant and insect communities.
Floodplain Grazing Marsh: Wet grasslands important for birds and amphibians.
Improved Grassland: Agricultural grasslands with potential for enhancement.
Woodland and Forest Habitats
Ancient and Secondary Broadleaved Woodland: Extensive woodland providing key habitat and connectivity.
Wet Woodland: Present along watercourses and damp areas.
Wetland and Watercourse Habitats
Rivers and Streams: Including tributaries of the River Wey, supporting aquatic biodiversity.
Ponds and Reedbeds: Important habitats for amphibians and wetland birds.
Hedgerows and Linear Features
Species-Rich Hedgerows: Crucial for wildlife corridors and habitat connectivity.
Waverley LPA BNG Planning
High distinctiveness habitats such as lowland heath, ancient woodland, and chalk grassland are central to delivering meaningful biodiversity net gain and require protection and sensitive management.
Lower distinctiveness habitats like improved grassland and secondary woodland can be enhanced through restoration and habitat creation.
Farnham
Godalming
Haslemere
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