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Natural environment Purbeck

Biodiversity Paper

Purbeck is one of the most biodiverse districts in the whole of the UK, with 84% of the district covered by environmental designations.

Landscape paper

Issues affecting landscape and geology in Purbeck which need to be taken into account when preparing the Local Development Framework.

Nature Map Paper

The concept of a 'Nature Map' for each district is set out in the South West Regional Spatial Strategy.

Water Paper

The Water Paper covers legislation, strategies and project that affect all aspects of water such as flooding and coastal erosion within Purbeck.

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