Issue details

Revised New Forest Mitigation Strategy to manage recreational pressures on the New Forest Protected Sites

A strategy is required to mitigate recreational pressures from new development on New Forest protected sites. This report seeks approval of the new mitigation strategy.

Decision type: Key

Reason Key: Policy Framework Change;

Decision status: For Determination

Notice of proposed decision first published: 13/11/2023

Decision due: 7 May 2024 by Cabinet

Lead member: Cllr Nick Botterill, Cabinet Member for Finance, Development Management and Strategic Planning nick.botterill@wiltshire.gov.uk

Lead director: Sarah Valdus (Director - Environment)

Department: Environment and Climate

Contact: Lynn Trigwell, Head of Natural and Historic Environment Email: Lynn.Trigwell@wiltshire.gov.uk Tel: 01225 718479.

Consultation process

This recreational mitigation strategy covers Wiltshire related pressure and is informed by an extensive study lead by the New Forest NP which included interviews, surveys and community engagement.

Agenda items

Documents

  • Revised New Forest Mitigation Strategy to manage recreational pressures on the New Forest Protected Sites