50 BIODIVERSITY NET GAIN; BUILDING FABRIC


lthough the governments B planning guidance is designed to be easily accessible, Defra advises getting ecologist support to complete these strategic documents and all the necessary groundwork.


Thats because B success hinges upon harnessing environmental science at every step of this process. Without highly accurate biodiversity data, and the necessary experience and expertise to translate data insights into effective net gain strategies, housebuilders run the risk of development work delays – bringing extended project timelines and signifi cant cost implications. Therefore, it is vital that a scientifi c approach is taken from the outset. Taking such an approach provides


list of BNG evidence must be submitted to the local planning authority and approved in writing before any development can commence. This evidence includes a habitat map of the site pre-development, complete with a Biodiversity Metric 4.0 calculation of initial biodiversity levels to provide a baseline. Crucially, developers must also submit a comprehensive biodiversity net gain strategy that sets out the steps being


taken to avoid or minimise habitat impact, along with a predicted post-development habitat map, showing the required biodiversity uplifts. This needs to include a bespoke habitat management and monitoring plan for the long term too.


If the forecasted onsite biodiversity uplift doesnt reach 10 net gain, then an offsite plan will also have to be submitted to replace or contribute to onsite net gain.


confi dence to housebuilders that B plans are backed by data and validated by a team of ecologists.


lthough investing in a scientifi c support service may bring initial costs, embracing credible guidance will not only help developers meet industry- wide regulations smoothly, but also help demonstrate a true nature fi rst approach to sustainable development, backed up with genuine expertise.


Paul Brown is head of remote sensing, GIS & spatial data science at Fera Science


Trio of Senior products used in new Nottingham residential scheme


aluminium windows, doors and curtain walling help complete The Barnum – a new residential development on Nottingham’s Queen’s Road. Designed by Franklin Ellis Architects, and


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built by main contractor Graham Construction, the new nine storey building has been developed by Blockworks, a joint venture between Bloc Group and Network Rail. The project, which is one of the largest recent developments in the city, has been built on


hree is the magic number for Senior Architectural Systems as solutions from the manufacturer’s extensive range of


what was a vacant site next to Nottingham’s railway station, helping to regenerate the wider area and provide a boost to the local rental market. Senior collaborated with specialist installer


Duplus Architectural Systems to specify three of its most popular products, including its award-winning PURe® window system which has been installed throughout the 345 individual apartments. Producing exceptionally low U-values thanks to its patented thermal design, both tilt/turn and casement window styles have been used.


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development has also been enhanced through the use of Senior’s SPW501 aluminium commercial door. This high performance, thermally broken polyamide aluminium framing system is ideal for busy environments and is available in multiple confi gurations and designs. On the ground fl oor communal areas, the facade design has benefi tted from Senior’s slimline SF52 aluminium curtain wall system.


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