Great crested newts: The process for developers
The great crested newt and its habitats are protected under legislation, and they’re classified as a European endangered species. Their presence on or near to a development site will usually require action to mitigate any environmental impact.
As a developer operating in the UK, it’s very likely that you’ll run into the great crested newt sooner or later, as they occupy a range of habitats that are often prime development areas, and are widespread across lowland England. Read more
