Policy information sourced from Hammersmith & Fulham Planning Guidance

BD6 Impact on nature conservation areas

Proposals for major development or development sites close to a nature conservation areas, will normally require an Ecological Management Plan (EMP). An EMP should include:

  • details of ecological surveys undertaken and the results of these surveys;
  • measures to protect species and habitats during site preparation, construction and occupation;
  • measures to increase the ecological value of the site once the development is complete, to ensure a net gain for biodiversity;
  • measures to ensure the biodiversity value of the site is maintained for the long term after development is complete, including a monitoring program. The developer and / or site manager must ensure the EMP is handed over and explained to any maintenance company or staff responsible for maintaining landscaping and / or gardens and buildings.

For more information please see the Hammersmith & Fulham Planning Guidance