Natural England have published ‘Nutrient Mitigation Scheme Guidance for developers’, along with a Nutrient Budget Calculator
The Tees Catchment Area Planning Authorities recently commissioned a report to investigate the likely occupancy rate of new dwellings in the affected area. The conclusions of the report in relation to the part of the National Park Area suggested a lower figure for housing than the national figure used in the Natural England published Nutrient Budget Calculator. The figure for this area is 0.36 rather than the 2.4 national figure.
The Nutrient Budget Calculator which has been amended to reflect the lower figure. This should only be used for applications for housing within the part of the North York Moors National Park Authority area falling within the Tees Catchment area. The metric only applies to residential applications and is not applicable for holiday accommodation.
Nutrient Budget Calculator (csv file)
You will be required to submit a copy of your completed Budget Calculator to support an application for residential development. You will also be required to submit a report providing evidence on how your development will achieve no increase in nitrogen discharge into the water courses.
Natural England have also produced Nutrient Neutrality and Mitigation: A summary guide and frequently asked questions:
Natural England Summary Guide and Frequently Asked Questions.
This document provides an overview of the Nutrient Mitigation Scheme and a step-by-step guide for how developers can apply for credits:
Step-by-Step Guidance Document: Natural England’s Nutrient Mitigation Scheme for developers.
For further information related to North York Moors planning implications please contact the planning department.