Comment

Draft Greater Norwich Local Plan – Part 1 The Strategy

Representation ID: 20619

Received: 11/03/2020

Respondent: Mrs Janet Skidmore

Agent: Carter Jonas LLP

Representation Summary:

It should be noted that national guidance expects planning decisions to contribute towards and enhance the natural environment, and to secure measurable net gains for biodiversity – see Paragraphs 170 and 174 of the NPPF. It should be acknowledged that development can deliver ecological enhancements and net biodiversity gains. The promoted development at land south of Gonville Hall would include ecological enhancements.

Full text:

It should be noted that national guidance expects planning decisions to contribute towards and enhance the natural environment, and to secure measurable net gains for biodiversity – see Paragraphs 170 and 174 of the NPPF. It should be acknowledged that development can deliver ecological enhancements and net biodiversity gains. The promoted development at land south of Gonville Hall would include ecological enhancements.