Biodiversity Supplementary Planning Document
Planning system changes
We are upgrading our system between Friday 11 September and Friday 25 September, and some services will be unavailable whilst we complete the work.
Deadlines will be extended accordingly.
Applications can be submitted through the Planning Portal, but they will not be processed during this period.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
The Biodiversity Supplementary Planning Document (SPD) sets out clear guidance and requirements in relation to how biodiversity should be considered and incorporated at each stage of the development process. It includes detailed information to support those seeking planning permission about how proposals can ensure biodiversity is considered and enhanced in the borough.
The SPD relates to the updated BNG requirements (2024) and support the biodiversity policies set out in the Wandsworth Local Plan (July 2023).
Read the adopted Biodiversity SPD.
SPD consultation
The SPD was made available for public consultation for a period of four weeks from 2 September to 30 September 2025. We sought feedback to ensure the SPD is as effective as possible.
Following the consultation, we considered all responses to the consultation in producing the final version of the SPD.
More information:
- View the adopted Biodiversity SPD (2025)
- View the Biodiversity SPD Adoption Statement (2025)
- View the Consultation Summary (2025)
Contact
If you would like to be kept up to date with all the latest Wandsworth planning policy matters, including details on how you can get involved, register your details by emailing wandsworthplanningpolicy@wandsworth.gov.uk.
Alternatively, you can write to: Spatial Planning and Design, Place and Growth Division, Town Hall, Wandsworth High Street, SW18 2PU.