Two in five councils lack in-house expertise on biodiversity net gain, says HBF

shutterstock_2485667449

Source: Shutterstock

Body blames lack of capacity for building delays

Nearly 40% of local authorities lack access to in-house ecological expertise, according to the Home Builders Federation (HBF).

Freedom of Information (FOI) requests submitted by the organisations have revealed a lack of capacity to deal with new environmental rules, which housebuilders have blamed for delays to building.

Login or Register for free to continue reading Housing Today

To continue enjoying housingtoday.co.uk, REGISTER FOR FREE

Already registered? Login here

Stay at the forefront of thought leadership with news and analysis from award-winning journalists. Sign up below to receive:

  • Breaking industry news as it happens
  • Gain access to Housing Today’s Specialist CPD modules
  • Expert News and analysis

It takes less than one minute….

Join the Housing Today community - REGISTER TODAY

… or subscribe for full access - Subscribe now