BEC1 - Land East of Hobbs Lane, Beckley.

The aerial photo indicates that the site has the potential for reptiles, bats, great crested newts or birds due to the presence of scrub and rough grassland. Under the biodiversity and green space policy all developments will be expected to retain and enhance biodiversity but the developed area indicated does not leave much space to
accommodate the biodiversity on site. It is suggested that the policy be amended to
highlight this potential and that any plans submitted should incorporate a biodiversity strategy.

BEC2
Shows a large area set aside for amenity use, which is welcome, but the policy should set out more criteria so that it is also maximised for biodiversity enhancement and thus becomes multi-functional green space. This would be in line with the aims for Policy DEN4: Biodiversity and Green Space.

BRO1 - Land West of A28, Broad Oak
The aerial photo indicates that the site has the potential for reptiles, bats, great crested newts or birds due to the presence of scrub and rough grassland. Under the biodiversity and green space policy all developments will be expected to retain and enhance biodiversity but the developed area indicated does not leave much space to
accommodate the biodiversity on site. It is suggested that the policy be amended to
highlight this potential and that any plans submitted should incorporate a biodiversity strategy.