Nattergal provides BNG Units for Bellway Homes

Bellway Homes have taken a significant step towards meeting the new Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) planning obligations by purchasing their first offsite habitat units from Nattergal.

After an extensive design review, it became clear that achieving a 10% biodiversity gain onsite at their Harold’s Wood site near Romford wasn't feasible. To meet the BNG Statutory Framework requirements, they’ve therefore partnered with Nattergal to provide the necessary additional gains.

The collaboration with Nattergal extends beyond BNG. We will also create a new habitat for a population of slow worms currently residing at Harold’s Wood, ensuring their safe relocation to facilitate development. This integrated approach to nature mitigation is a cornerstone of Bellway’s BNG+ promise, which aims to exceed the minimum 10% biodiversity gains, delivering more ambitious and positive outcomes for nature and communities.

🗣 Neil Beamsley, Bellway Homes’ Group Head of Biodiversity, shared his excitement: “I’m delighted that we have been able to start our BNG delivery journey working with Nattergal. It’s been inspiring to see the diligence and integrity with which they approach their work, and Bellway is more than happy to support this.”

If you need support in meeting your offsite BNG obligations, contact sales@nattergal.co.uk