SANG, Heathland Restoration & Ecological Land Management in Practice
As planning and environmental regulations continue to evolve, commercial developments increasingly depend on robust, compliant land management strategies. At Heartwood Tree Management, we work at the intersection of development, ecology, and long-term stewardship, delivering SANG developments, heathland restoration, and ecological land management projects aligned with Natural England and other statutory bodies.
For developers, consultants, and land managers, getting this right is no longer optional — it’s fundamental to project delivery.
SANG Developments: Practical Solutions That Unlock Planning
Suitable Alternative Natural Greenspace (SANG) is a critical requirement for developments near protected habitats. Poorly designed or inadequately managed SANG land can delay approvals, create ongoing compliance risk, and increase long-term costs.
Heartwood Tree Management delivers SANG creation, enhancement, and long-term management, ensuring land:
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Meets Natural England guidance
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Functions properly as recreational mitigation
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Remains compliant through ongoing management
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Is practical to maintain over the long term
We focus on deliverability, not just design.
Heathland Restoration: Protecting Priority Habitats
Lowland heathland is one of the UK’s most sensitive and protected habitats. Without active management, it is quickly lost to scrub encroachment, nutrient loading, and inappropriate land use.
Our heathland restoration services support:
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Planning mitigation requirements
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Conservation and enhancement projects
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Public and private landowners
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Infrastructure and development schemes
We deliver scrub clearance, heather regeneration, bracken control, and long-term management, all timed and executed to protect ground-nesting birds, reptiles, and priority species.
Ecological & Environmental Land Management Projects
Modern development requires long-term ecological thinking, not one-off interventions. We deliver environmental land management projects that support:
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Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG)
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Planning conditions and Section 106 obligations
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Natural England mitigation strategies
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Public-sector and private-sector land stewardship
Our work spans heathland, woodland, grassland, and mixed habitats, with a strong focus on ongoing management, monitoring, and compliance.
Working in Line With Natural England
Heartwood Tree Management has extensive experience delivering works aligned with:
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Natural England
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Local planning authorities
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Ecological consultants
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Environmental regulators and land agents
We understand how policy translates into practical site works, reducing friction between planning, ecology, and delivery teams.
Why Commercial Clients Choose Heartwood Tree Management
Commercial projects demand:
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Predictable delivery
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Regulatory confidence
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Long-term cost control
Our clients value us because we provide:
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Clear communication with consultants and planners
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Practical, compliant land management solutions
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Experience on live, operational sites
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Long-term stewardship, not just capital works
We are a delivery partner, not just a contractor.
Looking Ahead: Land Management as Infrastructure
Environmental land management is now a core component of development infrastructure. When delivered properly, it:
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De-risks planning
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Protects sensitive habitats
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Supports sustainable growth
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Reduces long-term management costs
At Heartwood Tree Management, we help commercial clients navigate this shift with experience, clarity, and practical delivery.
Talk to Our Commercial Team
If you are planning or delivering a project involving SANG, heathland restoration, or ecological land management, our team can provide early-stage advice and long-term support.
Contact Heartwood Tree Management to discuss your project.
