Policy information sourced from the Southwark Local Plan 2022
P60 Biodiversity
- Development must contribute to net gains in biodiversity through:
- Enhancing the nature conservation value of Sites of Importance for Nature Conservation (SINCs), Local Nature Reserves (LNRs), designated ancient woodland, populations of protected species and priority habitats/species identified in the United Kingdom, London or identified and monitored in the latest adopted Southwark Nature Action Plan; and
- Protecting and avoiding damage to SINCs, LNRs, populations of protected species and priority habitats/ species; and
- Including features such as green and brown roofs, green walls, soft landscaping, nest boxes, habitat restoration and expansion, improved green links and buffering of existing habitats.
- Any shortfall in net gains in biodiversity must be secured off site through planning obligations or as a financial contribution.
For more information please see the Southwark Local Plan 2022