Support
Bedford Borough Local Plan 2040 Plan for Submission
Representation ID: 10302
Received: 29/07/2022
Respondent: Natural England
Representation Summary:
Policy HOU19: Little Barford New Settlement
Natural England notes the inclusion of the policy principle which states that a “biodiversity study with appropriate mitigation and enhancements” will need be required. As this allocation policy is situated approximately 14km away from Eversden & Wimpole Woods SAC, we welcome this commitment, as the SAC is designated for its Barbastelle bat (Barbastella barbastellus) interest, which can have a foraging range of up to 20km.