Nutrient Neutrality in Aquatic Habitats
Our specialists have been commissioned by New Forest District Council to prepare a strategic nutrient mitigation strategy to help facilitate planned development in the New Forest area
Effective demonstration of nutrient neutrality, often required to avoid increased eutrophication of sensitive coastal and riverine habitats, could be pivotal in ensuring the success of your planning application.
Our nutrient neutrality specialists will help by:
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Calculating nutrient budgets from proposed development for nitrogen and/or phosphates
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Devising bespoke mitigation solutions to demonstrate that your development is nutrient neutral
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Consulting with Natural England and Local Planning Authorities to agree the proposed solution
We combine our experience in nutrient neutrality with our expertise in Habitats Regulations Assessment, giving you the best possible chance of achieving a positive outcome for your proposals.
Our Experience
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We devised a bespoke impact avoidance strategy for Poole Harbour, a forerunner to the strategic approach now operating there
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We effectively consult with Natural England and Local Planning Authorities
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We develop pragmatic and innovative mitigation solutions, where a strategic solution does not yet exist
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Our experience extends to both nitrogen and phosphates
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We have extensive experience at public inquiry and the planning appeals process and will robustly defend our work where required
