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New development adjacent to Ancient Woodland
| Posted by Don Baker , Jan 30,2007,15:19 | Forum | ||||
I'm an ecologist working for West Sussex County Council. I'm involved in a case where 785 houses are proposed to be built within an ancient woodland matrix (broadleaf, some mature scots pine, mostly Oak with hornbeam and ash). My question is this:
In your professional opinions how far should a large development stand off from an ancient woodland edge given all the potential impacts of residential development on trees and vice versa? Should a buffer zone beyond the Root Protection Area recommended in BS5837:2005?
If I can provide more information please call or email above
01243 756691
many thanks
Don
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