Question 5.4

4 of 4 in Ecology

Objective

To ensure that the planting specified contributes to the ecological value of the site, whilst also taking note of future maintenance needs created by planting decisions.

Importance: ImportanceImportance

Question

Has a mixture of locally occurring species been specified?

Targets and Justification

Best
Good practice, plus research into species robust to micro-climatic conditions and predicted impacts of climate change
Good
Minimum, plus planting scheme which specifically targets species specified in Local, Regional or National Biodivesity Action Plan (BAP)
Minimum
See relevant local planning authority standard / native species of local progeny specified in the planting scheme

Applies to Developments

This question applies to Small, Medium and Large developments.