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This section introduces Policy BN.1 on protecting sites, habitats and species. It states that these form a vital part of biodiversity in the wider green and blue infrastructure network. Development is expected to enhance, restore and support protected and important sites, habitats and species, whether on or next to the development site, taking recreational pressures into account. Development will not be permitted where it would cause unacceptable harm to them.
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BN.1
Protection of Sites, Habitats and Species
A. Protecting irreplaceable Natural Assets
Sites habitats and species form a vital role for biodiversity in the wider GBI network.
Development will be expected to enhance, restore and support protected and
important sites, habitats or species whether located within or adjacent to the
development site, with consideration given to recreational pressures.
Development will not be permitted where it would result in unacceptable harm to
protected and important sites, habitats or species, whether located within