Site of Nature Conservation Interest
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'Site of Nature Conservation Interest' - in Kent can be defined as a locally significant nature conservation site identified by the Kent Trust for Nature Conservation.
Selection of Sites of Nature Conservation Interest (SNCI) is objective and is normally based upon a recent survey specifically designed for SNCI, but selection on the basis of existing, published information may also occur. The approach is similar to that used for the selection of Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), but the thresholds are lower and tailored to the community.
Primarily selection is for habitats of inherent wildlife interest, but some sites may be selected for supporting rare or scarce species of plants or animals outside such habitats.
There is no artificial limit on the number of sites; all sites that meet the guidelines will be included.
The permanency of the site is not a consideration except for heathlands within a forest management system.
