THE PROCESS
With Biodiverse Brokering, BNG is as easy as 1-2-3:
INTRODUCING BIODIVERSE BROKERING
BNG requirements have significantly impacted the UK’s development sector.
This legislation enables developers to support nature’s recovery, and landowners to diversify their income. But, the process can feel complex, time-consuming, and at times, unachievable.
That’s where we come in.
Biodiverse Brokering is a simple, discrete, and straightforward service that connects delivery-focused developers with reputable landowners with units ready to supply. With a team of specialist BNG experts onboard, we have the knowledge to achieve net gain.
Enabling You to Achieve BNG
BNG requirements can be achieved on-site, off-site, or through the purchase of statutory credits following the Biodiversity Gain Hierarchy.
In our experience, on-site BNG provisions can be complex and are not always a realistic way of achieving Biodiversity Gains of the right type. Purchasing off-site units can be key to ensuring legal compliance, facilitating timely development progression and securing long-term financial gains.
By working with a trusted landowner with BNG units available:
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Your site design can be realistic in creating spaces for people and nature to enjoy
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Your BNG requirements can be fulfilled off-site and left in the hands of experts to deliver
We also offer Brokering services for Nutrient Credits, allowing your development to achieve Nutrient Neutrality.
With 26 Habitat Banks on our books spread across the country and more on the way, we're here to find the right supplier for your development.
For Developers:
1 - Start Your Search
Begin by providing us with the relevant information for us to begin searching for your ideal offsite unit provider
2 - Seller Selection
Within a week, we will provide you with a curated selection of up to 3 potential, trusted sellers with relevant and purchasable units.
3 - Connect and Purchase
Once you confirm which provider to use, we will connect you to them, enabling you to purchase your desired, real, and trustworthy units.
For Landowners:
1 - Reach Out
Begin by providing us with the relevant information for us to begin the process of adding your Site to our database of trusted and vetted Habitat Banks.
2 - Database
Once the required information has been confirmed, we will add your Habitat Bank to our database and start finding clients for you.
3 - Connect and Sale
Once a developer selects your Habitat Bank to purchase units from, we will connect you to enable the sale of your units.
THE BENEFITS
WHY US
We are environmental consultants first, and biodiversity brokers second.
For over five years, we have spearheaded the preparation for - and execution of - BNG policy and delivery for clients across the country. Working together, we identify innovative solutions that facilitate legal obligations while making genuine gains for nature.
Collaborating with the UK’s biggest developers and a diverse portfolio of landowners, we have a proven track record of simplifying BNG and breaking down the barriers to your success.
Whether you’re a landowner looking to diversify your income by connecting with a reputable developer, or a project manager seeking a straightforward solution to your BNG requirements, we can help.
THE COST
We pride ourselves on offering a transparent service with a clear pricing structure.
As a landowner, you will be charged a one-off cost per Unit Sale Brokerage.
As a developer, you will be charged a one-off Finder’s Fee, based on the number and variety of units you purchase through our service.
With Biodiverse Brokering, there is no hidden agenda.
FAQs
What is Biodiverse Brokering not?
- A hard sell
- A service with an overly complex registration process
- A service with hidden costs and agendas
- Here to negotiate contract details or legalities on your behalf
- A facilitator of bespoke biodiversity unit creation
How will Biodiverse Brokering support me during this process?
- Our expert ecologists will take the time to discover your unique ambitions and requirements.
- We will guide you through each stage of the matchmaking process, connecting you with a developer or BNG unit provider whose needs align with your own.
- We will remain on hand to offer information, advice and clarification as and when you need it.
- Brokering is just one of the services we offer at Biodiverse Consulting - if you’re at an earlier stage in the BNG process, speak to us about surveys, assessments, mapping, planning support and much more.
How long does it take to find a match?
- With a strong national network of landowners and developers, we intend to find you a local match quickly as possible.
- The time this takes is entirely dependent on the complexity of your requirements.
- Once we have received your documentation and understand exactly what you’re looking for, we aim to find you a match in less than one month
I’m a developer, what if you can’t find a landowner with my units?
- We are experts in navigating environmental legislation and facilitating development goals.
- So, if we can’t find units to suit your needs, we will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of your alternative options, based on your budget, requirements and timescales. For example, statutory credits.
I’m a landowner, how do I list my land?
- If you’re still in the early stages of biodiversity unit creation and are yet to list your land, it may be too soon for you to engage with a brokerage service, but we can advise you
- We offer a variety of environmental services - from preliminary assessments to unit creation - and can guide you through each stage of this process.
- Use this form to contact us about our consultancy services.