Providing a full range of ecological solutions
Founded in 2008 by Dean Martin, we provide a full range of ecological solutions — from initial site assessments to the design and delivery of mitigation strategies. Whether you’re a homeowner, developer, planner, or architect, we guide you through the entire process with clear, expert advice.
What We Do
Our services include:
Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIA)
Protected species surveys
Who We Work With
We collaborate with a wide range of clients, including:
Local Planning Authorities
Councils
Architects
Planning consultants
Developers
Charities
Private individuals
How We Work
We offer a clear, three-step approach to support your planning and development needs:
Site Survey & Assessment
We visit your site to carry out all necessary ecological survey work.
Report Writing
Our reports are professionally written and ready to support your planning application.
Mitigation Design & Implementation
If protected species or habitats are found, we’ll design a robust mitigation plan — and implement it during your project to ensure compliance with environmental legislation.
BATS CASE STUDY Home Farm Shawell
A maternity colony of brown long-eared bats was discovered in a barn located on a proposed development site. Following this, a Preliminary Roost Assessment (PRA) was carried out, which confirmed the presence of droppings from the species. Subsequent nocturnal surveys identified a roost belonging to a single common pipistrelle bat, as well as the specific area used by the brown long-eared bat colony.
Using this information, a detailed mitigation strategy was developed in support of a European Protected Species Licence (EPSL). As part of the strategy, new replacement roosts were constructed on-site to accommodate the bats. With these measures in place, the site secured planning permission and the barn was successfully developed
What Our Clients Say
“Vasia Architects have worked with Martin Ecology over the last twenty years. The company delivers high-quality work that has been instrumental in helping us secure planning consent for scores of clients.”
Get in touch
Got a question? Need a quote? Or just not sure where to start with your planning project? We’re here to help. Just fill out the form below or send us an email directly.