Biodiversity Net Gain Monitoring Charge
April 21, 2026 Cabinet Member for Planning and Economic Development (Cabinet member) Key decision Approved View on council websiteThis summary is generated by AI from the council’s published record and supporting documents. Check the full council record and source link before relying on it.
Summary
The Cabinet Member for Planning and Economic Development approved the fees for monitoring Biodiversity Net Gain on 21/04/2026. The decision ensures full cost recovery for monitoring over a 30-year period. The approved fees are set at three tiers: £8,108 for low intensity, £10,009 for standard intensity, and £13,113 for high intensity developments.
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Decision
Summary of Decision
The Cabinet Member for Planning and Economic Development has approved the fees for monitoring Biodiversity Net Gain as set out in paragraph 4.14 of the Cabinet Member Report.
Reasons for Decision
This decision will ensure full cost recovery for monitoring, which will allow Westminster City Council to fulfil its statutory responsibilities to monitor Biodiversity Net Gain over a 30-year period.
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Details
| Outcome | Recommendations Approved |
| Decision date | 21 Apr 2026 |
| Effective from | 29 Apr 2026 |
| Subject to call-in | Yes |