Guidance
When to convert woods and forests to open habitat: operations note 68
The Forestry Commission decision framework for determining when to convert woodland to open habitat, and when compensatory tree planting is required.
Applies to England
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Operations note 68 describes guidance used by the Forestry Commission and Natural England when considering applications to convert woodland to open habitat.
The guidance explains:
- which habitats may be restored
- when compensatory tree planting is required
- where compensatory planting is not normally required (for sites of exceptional biodiversity value)
- how to apply the requirement for compensatory tree planting for different sites
- what supporting information is required for an application to convert woodland
Updates to this page
Published 11 July 2024