Nutrient Neutrality Statements

Nutrient neutrality has become a key consideration for developments located within catchments affected by elevated levels of nitrates and phosphorus. Omnia’s Nutrient Neutrality Statements provide a clear assessment of a development’s potential nutrient levels and identify recommended mitigation measures, helping clients navigate planning requirements and progress projects with confidence.

Using site-specific development proposals, catchment data, land use information and recognised nutrient budget methodologies, our Environmental Consultants assess the likely nutrient load generated by a scheme and determine whether mitigation is required to achieve nutrient neutrality. Our statements can provide nutrient budget calculations, assessments of existing and proposed land uses, recommendations of mitigation measures and supporting information for planning submissions. By delivering practical  and proportionate assessments, we help clients satisfy regulatory requirements, minimise delays and unlock development opportunities within sensitive catchment areas.