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Habitats

A large range of habitats are of either national regional or local importance for biodiversity in the UK.  Legislation relating to habitats and the species they support is available under the ‘legislation and policy’ section of this portal.  The construction industry has a positive role to play in conserving existing habitat and creating new habitats through proactive biodiversity management in both new and existing buildings.  Design features can incorporate vital habitat areas within the built environment that support varied species and green infrastructure provides vital connectivity for species between habitats. 
The following are examples of features of the built environment that can provide important habitats when incorporated through good design features and management of properties:

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  • Living walls and roofs
  • Roosting ledges and crevices
  • Urban trees
  • Sustainable urban drainage
  • Brownfield sites
  • Waterways
  • Green infrastructure
  • Parks
  • Roadside verges

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Urban habitat and species

 

 

Download an illustration by Grimshaw Architects of some key urban habitats and the species they support.

 

CIRIA: SUDs and Green roofs

 

Visit CIRIA’s dedicated SUDs resource or download their green roof guidance

 

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Living roofs and walls

 

Visit Livingroofs.org for advice on green roofs

 
 

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