Regulations
We understand that navigating Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) can be daunting and complex, especially when trying to comply with regulations and obligations. Rest assured, Dragonfly fully complies with The Environment Act 2021 and national planning guidelines to help you achieve the required BNG uplift.
What You Need to Know:
Biodiversity Types: Consider habitats, hedges, and rivers. If your site includes all three, each must contribute to the 10% uplift.
Regulatory Compliance: Our habitat banks are fully compliant with the Environment Act 2021 and the Local Authority Town and Country Planning Act 1990.
Ongoing Management: We manage our sites for 30 years, ensuring continuous biodiversity gain. We handle all monitoring, reporting, and funding, guaranteeing that your project meets regulatory standards while promoting long-term sustainability.
Collaborate with Dragonfly to simplify compliance and secure robust, sustainable biodiversity net gain for your commencing works.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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BNG is a requirement for development projects to achieve a measurable increase in biodiversity. As per the Environment Act 2021, all planning applications in England must demonstrate a minimum 10% net gain in biodiversity.
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BNG ensures that any negative impacts on biodiversity from development projects are compensated by creating or enhancing habitats elsewhere. This helps developers comply with environmental regulations, avoid project delays, and contribute positively to ecological sustainability.
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Dragonfly Habitat Bank provides high-quality biodiversity credits through our habitat banks. Developers can purchase these credits to offset their environmental impacts, ensuring they meet the 10% BNG requirement. We also offer expert guidance and support to simplify the compliance process.
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Habitat banking in the UK is primarily governed by the Environment Act 2021, which mandates BNG for development projects. Additionally, specific guidelines and frameworks are provided by Natural England and other regulatory bodies to ensure proper implementation and monitoring.
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The Environment Act 2021 is a key piece of legislation in the UK that sets out the framework for environmental protection and enhancement. It includes provisions for BNG, requiring that new developments deliver at least a 10% increase in biodiversity.
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Biodiversity credits are calculated based on the ecological value of the habitats created or restored. Regulatory bodies such as Natural England review and approve these calculations. Ongoing monitoring and management ensure that the habitats continue to meet their conservation goals, with compliance reports submitted regularly.
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Yes, habitat banking can support species conservation by protecting and managing habitats critical for endangered or threatened species. This helps offset impacts on these species from development projects, contributing to broader conservation efforts.
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We've made it easier than ever to play a crucial role in ensuring sustainable development. At Dragonfly, we offer our partners a turnkey solution for meeting BNG obligations off-site, including developers, planning authorities, and landowners.
We offer professional advice and support to help our partners navigate the complexities of habitat banking and BNG compliance.
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