INSIGHTS

Biodiversity net gain, explained clearly.

Practical, plain-English guidance on BNG; the metric, habitat banks, planning conditions, and what net gain actually means for developers, landowners and planning authorities.

AUG 2026
HABITAT BANKS

What does it actually cost to set up a habitat bank?

A clear, stage-by-stage breakdown — survey and feasibility fees, legal and register costs, and the 30-year running costs landowners most often underestimate.

AUG 2026
REGULATION UPDATE

BNG exemptions changed on 6 August 2026 — here's what's different

The new 0.2 hectare exemption, the removed self-build route, temporary development, and what it all means for your planning application.

More guidance is on the way. Got a BNG question you'd like answered? Get in touch — we're always happy to help.