This report seeks approval to consult on a
draft Biodiversity Action Plan (BAP) for Arun. The BAP will set out
the approach to delivering Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) and
priorities for nature recovery in Arun informed by the evidence
base (e.g. BNG Study 2022). The BAP will also be an advocacy
document setting out opportunities and proposed actions for
encouraging other stakeholders to contribute towards nature
recovery (e.g. residents, businesses, farmers, schools and
institutions which hold or influence land and water
management).
Decision type: Non-key
Decision status: For Determination
Wards affected: (All Wards);
Notice of proposed decision first published: 02/07/2024
Decision due: 28 Nov 2024 by Planning Policy Committee
Lead director: Director of Growth
Contact: Jon Best, Ecology Officer Email: jonathan.best@arun.gov.uk, Neil Crowther, Group Head of Planning & CPO Email: neil.crowther@arun.gov.uk.
Consultation with Group Leaders/Committee Chair: No