In the wake of UK legislation aimed at real estate and wildlife habitat protection and preservation, several developers are concerned about the implications of turning communal places into protected habitats or needing to set aside land to obtain building approval. The question then is: is there an opportunity here?

At the same time, though, there are advantages to doing so, including higher rental rates and real estate prices. The world is changing fast, new ways of thinking are needed which marry together prosperity and better Earth system management. Indeed, consideration of the perturbation of the Earth’s ecological systems is becoming more important in real estate planning for the future.

Real Estate and Wildlife Habitat Protection

People will be willing to pay extra for their privacy and additional green space. In an increasingly mechanised and digital world, green space invites a much-needed return to the healing and restorative power of nature.

A walking route is more desirable than a property situated between two roadways. Because there are fewer neighbours and a wider yard, cul-de-sac homes are more valuable. A substantial wilderness region will attract those who are looking for seclusion or a sense of space.

Water features and wetlands are common in luxury communities. It’s an enticing selling factor to be able to claim that you have many parks in your neighbourhood or that you can see swans on the lake. It goes without saying, gardens and green spaces boost a property’s value. Therefore, a home with a yard, lawn, and patio may be sold for considerably more than one that does not have any of these amenities.

Pools and gardens are more valuable than concrete in multi-family housing complexes, and a lush garden is even more desirable. People will choose to rent or buy properties over ones that look like a concrete mass since these green haven residences are so beautiful. Rents and property values might go up, or tenant turnover could be reduced.

Flower boxes and soil can be used to replace concrete surfaces and make the space more appealing. In addition to changing attitudes, studies show that a change in the surroundings can reduce crime and improve morale. As eastern philosophy says, we are one with our environment, a mirror reflection.  In addition, things like  rooftop gardens and terraces can improve social ties within a building. Nature inspires and brings the best qualities out in people.

Let them socialise and meet. Bees and butterflies will appreciate flowers in addition to vegetables and herbs, and you’ll be encouraging people to upkeep their properties much better. As a rule, people take more care of gardens than they do of sprawling concrete. Overall, in general, the expense of keeping a garden is less than the cost of cleaning up a neglected home. And land in its natural form is exempt from this problem.

It’s also cost-effective to transform vacant sites into gardens or restore wilderness areas when you wish to eliminate an unsightly.

After the removal of an old structure or a former parking lot, planting foliage and trees will improve the price of land surrounding it while keeping the region available for continued development later.

If you want your project to be authorised, you may need to show that you’re enhancing biodiversity in the region. In a variety of ways, this can be done. This resonates with World Economic Forum pronouncements on “stakeholder capitalism,” a nascent economic outlook that includes others and the environment with business and personal undertakings.

Adding rows of flowers to the existing hedgerows is one possible implementation. It may be as simple as planting wildflower patches to your yard.

The simplest way to lure bats to the region is to install bat boxes. Depending on the quantity and kind of species currently present, the optimal techniques for expanding biodiversity at a specific location will vary. One way to find out is to have a biodiversity study conducted. There are numerous firms that offer this service. Such organisations can also help with advice on bat removals from property since they are a protected species.

The take home message?

New ways of visualising real estate development that is in harmony with biodiversity goals is a win-win for both homeowners and the environment. It is also the way that government legislation is likely to venture more and more as new environmental protection and preservation legislation is enacted to achieve sustainability goals.

It improves property values and rental income, whilst simultaneously being better for the environment. Since biodiversity loss is a major concern and tipping point for the environment-and therefore, humanity -the real estate and the environment are a symbiosis that makes perfect sense. If we are smart about it, there’s no reason why we cannot enjoy our homes, our green living spaces, protect biodiversity, and prosper all at the same time. Such ways of conceiving the future of real estate are the way forward.