Application Quote by Frank Sartor
“First thing the developer has to do is to get an assessment of the threatened species, of the ecological values of that site. At the moment, that developer lodges an application, there's usually trade-offs, negotiations, you end up with remnant bits of land. You might end up with some other offset land that the public has to run. There's no cohesive system of then making sure that we maintain and improve biodiversity values.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Environmental Planning Conference, 2005
Developers must assess ecological impact before proceeding, but current processes lack coordination, leading to fragmented conservation efforts.
In simple terms: Assess ecology before development.
Key Takeaway
Require coordinated biodiversity assessments.
Themes
environment
conservation
development
policy
Mood
concerned
analytical
Type
policy
environmental
When to use this quote
- urban planning
- environmental impact studies
- land use decisions
Key Concepts
ecosystem services
trade‑offs
regulatory gaps
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we improve coordination?
- What incentives ensure better outcomes?
A Different Perspective
Stakeholder interests may conflict, delaying projects.
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