Which types of biodiversity enhancement count as measurable BNG
Measurable BNG is based on enhancements to existing habitats or the creation of new habitats.
The Biodiversity Metric lists all the different types of habitats that can either be present within the application site, or that could be provided as measurable BNG.
There are a variety of habitats that are specifically found or could be provided as BNG within it's context. This includes:
- allotments
- biodiverse green roofs
- green walls
- shrubs
- urban trees
- sustainable urban drainage features
- woodlands
- mixed scrub
- grasslands
Some of these habitats and measures may be more achievable for proposals situated within a built-up area.
All proposed measures should be appropriate to the development, site location and surroundings.