Policy information sourced from Runnymede Local Plan

EE11: Green Infrastructure

The Council will seek to avoid further habitat fragmentation of Green Infrastructure by encouraging development proposals which restore, maintain and enhance habitat connectivity, in particular in Biodiversity Opportunity Areas as shown on the policies map.

The Council will seek development to contribute towards the delivery of a high quality multi-functional Green Infrastructure network by requiring proposals to provide and make enhancements to onsite Green Infrastructure assets. In exceptional circumstances, if it is not possible to provide on-site Green Infrastructure as it is neither feasible nor viable, a financial contribution towards provision and enhancement of Green Infrastructure and services may be sought.

The Council will ensure the effective use of Tree Preservation Orders to protect significant trees and will encourage the proper care and maintenance of trees by requiring owners to submit applications to work on protected trees and ensure that protected trees are replaced if they have to be felled.

For more information please see the Local Plan