Badly planned developments can be very damaging to wildlife, whilst truly sustainable development can help protect, enhance and create valuable wildlife habitats. With development pressure increasing in Sussex, we are working to make sure that biodiversity is properly considered within the planning system.
The Sussex Wildlife Trust gives wildlife a voice by...
- Engaging positively with strategic planning processes to make sure documents such as Local Plans include appropriate policies to protect and enhance wildlife.
- Commenting on planning applications where there is potential for significant impacts on wildlife, in particular on our nature reserves and other important wildlife sites.
- Offering advice to people to help them get involved in the planning process and make sure development in their local area is sustainable and protects local wildlife.