Biodiversity Net Gain

Here you can find information about Biodiversity Net Gain including the legal requirements and FAQs.

Since April 2024, it has been a legal requirement for most forms of planning schemes in England to deliver at least a 10% net gain in biodiversity as a condition of planning permission under S.98 of the Environment Act 2021.

The council has developed these webpages to support developers, landowners and other interested parties in the implementation of BNG across the High Peak.

Points of contact:

If you wish to discuss whether your scheme qualifies for mandatory BNG; or discuss the BNG informational requirements for your scheme contact the planning officer dealing with your scheme or the general planning service email planning@highpeak.gov.uk
For BNG enquiries before formally submitting a planning application, refer to the Get advice before making an application
For enquiries relating to habitat banks, contact the Biodiversity Officer at katie.hampton@highpeak.gov.uk

Legal requirements

Legal Requirements and relevant assessments for BNG-applicable schemes

Using Off-site Biodiversity Habitats

The council is committed to supporting the development of a local BNG market.

Planning policy and the biodiversity gain hierarchy

Find helpful information about how the council will apply the biodiversity gain hierarchy

FAQs about BNG

Here you can find the most frequently asked questions about Biodiversity Net Gains (BNG)