Including the closely related terms flood, and flood risk.
… of people, wildlife, flood defence and carbon capture. Key Performance Indicator: ➢ Number of new planning permissions granted delivering bio-diversity enhancements (on and off site) (BNG) ➢ Small projects carried out to support the creation of pollination corridors ➢ New open spaces/recreational facilities provided in new developments Target Action Timeline Council role Indicative Cost…
… of internationally recognised habitats, new national Biodiversity Net Gain stipulations applied, developments to be landscaped to mitigate and adapt to climate change, and trees retained/ provided as appropriate. 2024 / 25 > Support Low Medium ✓ New Dartford Local Plan adopted April 2024. Appendix C LB3. Champion the Local Plan policy (M4) which is focussed on managing flood risk…
…, and in wetland areas flood defence. This will include tree stock assessment and working with Government guidance on tree replacements to cope with the climate change. 2025 / 26 > Deliver Low Medium • See L&B3. Appendix C Priority 7 – Governance & Finance Focus: Embed climate change in all decision making and governance at the Council Key…