Biodiversity Net Gain BNG Reforms July 2026: The 0.2 Hectare Exemption Developers Need to Know
Last updated: June 26, 2026 Quick Answer: On 15 April 2026, the Government published its formal response to DEFRA's May 2025 consultation, confirming a package of BNG reforms expected to take effect by end of July 2026. The headline change is a new 0.2 hectare area-based exemption that could remove approximately 50% of residential planning […]
