Ecology Expertise for Every Stage of Development

We help developers, architects, planners and landowners navigate ecological requirements, deliver Biodiversity Net Gain and unlock long-term habitat opportunities.

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Trusted ecological consultants for planning and development throughout the Midlands.

Services

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Planning & Development Support

Helping projects progress through planning efficiently and responsibly.

Typical services include:

  • Planning Ecology

  • Protected Species Surveys

  • Biodiversity Net Gain

  • Ecological Assessment

  • Planning Support

  • Condition Discharge

  • Construction Support

Planning Services

Biodiversity Net Gain

Helping developers understand and satisfy Biodiversity Net Gain requirements.

Typical services include:

  • BNG Feasibility and Advice

  • BNG Assessments

  • Biodiversity Metric Calculations

  • Habitat Management Plans

  • Monitoring and Reporting

  • Condition Discharge

BNG Services
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Habitat Banks & Land Management

Helping landowners understand and realise opportunities associated with Biodiversity Net Gain.

Typical services include:

  • Habitat Bank Feasibility

  • Baseline Assessment

  • Unit Potential Assessment

  • Habitat Creation Advice

  • Broker Introductions

  • Long-Term Monitoring

  • Management Support

Habitat Bank Services

Commercial Understanding. Practical Ecology.

We understand that ecological advice needs to support successful development, not create unnecessary obstacles.

Supporting hundreds of planning and development projects across the Midlands each year, our experienced ecology team combines technical expertise with commercial understanding to provide practical, proportionate advice that helps projects move efficiently while meeting ecological and planning requirements.

  • Planning-focused ecology

  • Practical, proportionate advice

  • Experienced technical team

  • Trusted by developers, architects and planners

Making Ecology Simpler

We make ecological requirements clear, proportionate and manageable, providing practical advice throughout every stage of your project.

Whether you're at feasibility, preparing a planning application or discharging conditions, we'll help identify the ecological requirements for your project.

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Start with a Conversation

From surveys and technical reporting to Biodiversity Net Gain and habitat banks, our experienced team provides the expertise your project requires.

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Technical Expertise

We provide proportionate recommendations based on your site, your proposals and relevant planning policy —avoiding unnecessary surveys wherever possible.

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Clear, Practical Advice

Our support doesn't end when the report is issued. We're available to support your project through planning, condition discharge and implementation.

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Support Through Delivery

About Croft Ecology

Drawing on extensive experience across local government, commercial consultancy and specialist ecological practice, we combine sound ecological judgement with a practical understanding of the planning and development process. Friendly, approachable and straightforward to work with, we pride ourselves on providing clear advice and sensible, proportionate solutions.

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Let’s talk about your project

Whether you're at the earliest planning stage or need support with planning conditions, we're ready to help.

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