Comment

Representation ID: 1741

Received: 27/03/2026

Respondent: Mrs Sara Lovell

We suggest an explicit reference to the standing/joint advice should be made in the policy wording as follows: '... Development adjacent to ancient woodland and / or groups of ancient or veteran trees will be required to provide an appropriate landscaping buffer, with a minimum depth of 15m and in line with Natural England/Forestry Commission joint advice (including link/reference https://www.gov.uk/guidance/ancient-woodland-ancient-trees-and-veteran-trees-advice-for-making-planning-decisions).