Question 5.4

4 of 4 in Ecology

Objective

To ensure that the trees and shrubs that are specified contribute to the ecological value of the site.

Importance: ImportanceImportance

Question

Has a mixture of appropriate locally occurring native trees and shrubs been specified?

Targets and Justification

Best
>90% native and as specified in LBAP or HAP with a long term management plan
Good
60-90% native
Minimum
See local authority minimum standard

Applies to Developments

This question applies to Small, Medium and Large developments.