Policy information sourced from Wandsworth Development Planning Management Policies Document

DMO 4 Nature conservation

Development which would cause harm to a Special Area of Conservation, Site of Special Scientific Interest, Local Nature Reserve, Site of Importance for Nature Conservation (see Appendix 2), other site with important bio/geodiversity value, or any protected species will not be permitted unless any damaging impacts can be prevented by appropriate mitigation measures or use of conditions.

All development proposals should aim to provide gains for biodiversity. New habitats and biodiversity features should consider native and priority species, taking into account species’ adaptability to climate change. Development proposals in areas deficient in access to nature, as defined by GiGL and made available via their website, will be required to incorporate enhancements to nature conservation.

For more information please see the Development Planning Management Policies Document