Flora and Fauna Management Plan (FFMP)
What is a Flora and Fauna Management Plan (FFMP)
A Flora and Fauna Management Plan (FFMP) is a document prepared to guide the conservation, protection, and management of native vegetation (flora) and wildlife (fauna) in a specific area—typically during development, land use change, or environmental restoration projects.
Purpose of a Flora and Fauna Management Plan (NSW, Australia context)
In New South Wales (NSW), the main purposes of an FFMP are:
- Protect native biodiversity
To avoid or minimise impacts on native plants, animals, and their habitats—especially those that are threatened or protected under:- Biodiversity Conservation Act 2016 (NSW)
- Environmental Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (Cth)
- Guide sustainable development or land use
To ensure that any construction, clearing, or land use change aligns with ecological values and statutory obligations. - Outline mitigation and management strategies
The plan provides practical measures such as:
- Pre-clearing surveys
- Fauna relocation procedures
- Weed and pest control
- Revegetation or offset planting
- Erosion and sediment control
- Support environmental approvals
FFMPs are often required as part of:
- Development Applications (DAs)
- Environmental Impact Statements (EIS)
- Site Environmental Management Plans (SEMPs)
- Construction Environmental Management Plans (CEMPs)
- Monitor and adapt
The plan typically includes procedures for monitoring biodiversity impacts and adapting management actions to meet environmental objectives.
Key Components of a Flora and Fauna Management Plan
- Project description and site overview
- Baseline survey data (flora and fauna assessments)
- Legislative context (e.g., threatened species, habitat types)
- Impact assessment
- Mitigation measures (avoid, minimise, offset)
- Rehabilitation and revegetation strategies
- Monitoring and reporting
- Roles and responsibilities
When is an FFMP Required?
- Major infrastructure or development projects
- Vegetation clearing applications
- Mining, quarrying, and energy projects
- Bushfire recovery or rehabilitation
- Public land management (e.g., council reserves, transport corridors)
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