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 fees for monitoring Biodiversity Net Gain on 21 April 2026. This decision ensures full cost recovery for monitoring over a 30-year period.
The Cabinet Member for Finance and Council Reform approved the appropriation of 27 Social Rent Units within West End Gate Block H from the general fund to the Housing Revenue Account on 6 May 2026. This allows the units to be held for housing purposes within the HRA and be tenanted. The decision includes delegating authority to the Executive Director for Regeneration, Economy and Planning to manage necessary arrangements and accounting adjustments.
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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 |