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Green Roofs

Natural England is supportive of the inclusion of living roofs in all appropriate development.
Research indicates that the benefits of green roofs include reducing run-off and thereby the risk
of surface water flooding; reducing the requirement for heating and air-conditioning; and providing
habitat for wildlife.

We would advise your council that some living roofs, such as sedum matting, can have limited
biodiversity value in terms of the range of species that grow on them and habitats they provide.
Natural England would encourage you to consider the use of bespoke solutions based on the
needs of the wildlife specific to the site and adjacent area. I would refer you to
http://livingroofs.org/ for a range of innovative solutions.

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