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RAPID biodiversity net gain assessments That Get Your PLANNING BACK ON TRACK...
Helping Small Site Owners, Architects And Developers Achieve 10% BNG First Time, Without Additional Costs, Delays Or Nasty Surprises.
ROAVR Group - THE Survey Company.
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Finally, Biodiversity Net Gain Assessments That Get You Planning Consent Once and for All... Without Rejections or Complexity
If You Are a Small Site Owner, Developer, or Architect, Then Our Biodiversity Net Gain Assessments Will Help You Quickly Get Planning Consent…
Your site now requires the manadatory 10% on site net gain?
You spent time, energy, and money preparing your application, only to find out it didn’t meet the strict requirements.
The frustration of starting over can be overwhelming, especially when every delay costs you more.
Maybe you’ve struggled with how complicated the process can feel.
Trying to understand biodiversity metrics, legal requirements, and how to meet them can feel like trying to solve a puzzle with missing pieces. It’s confusing, stressful, and no one wants to get it wrong.
Or maybe you’ve even faced the challenge of trying to achieve a 10% net gain on-site and felt it was impossible.
You know it’s required, but figuring out how to meet it without sacrificing your plans or budget can seem like an uphill battle.
And look I get it, it’s not fair.
The truth is, you’re not alone, it seems most are becoming a victim of endless rejections, delays, and hoops to jump through just to get planning consent.
That feeling of frustration creeping in, the knot in your stomach when you’ve spent weeks or months on an application only to have it knocked back. The hours wasted, the stress piling up, the sinking fear that you’re stuck in an impossible cycle.
Here’s what most don’t realise—applications are more strict than ever. The rules keep shifting, the demands keep growing, and the expectations seem almost impossible to meet.
And now with due diligence on sites being more critical than ever, it’s like walking a tightrope. One misstep could mean even more setbacks, more stress, and more wasted resources.
It seems most are left in a state of sheer overwhelm—staring at a mountain of paperwork, struggling to navigate the complexity, and feeling trapped by the ever-elusive target of 10% net gain. It’s enough to make anyone feel stuck, drained, and defeated.
Which just goes to show—if you keep going about things the old way, the frustration will only grow. You would be wise to do something different to get planning consent and stop the pain and frustration.
That’s exactly why I want you to consider that there is a new way for you to get planning consent without the usual headaches or setbacks.
A new way that means you can avoid the constant back-and-forth, the confusing regulations, and the stress of trying to hit impossible targets on your own.
Ultimately and possibly for the first time, a way to get planning consent and finally feel confident that your application will meet the standards and expectations without draining the life out of you.
So if you are a small site owner, developer, or architect and you are tired with submissions getting rejected and the complex process...
Then I urge you to click the button below to Get Your Instant Quote so that we can talk about you finally getting planning consent with the new way to deliver biodiversity net gain assessments.
our ECOLOGY people!
Our team of consultants bring a unique vision to all the projects we are involved with.
ROAVR have many repeat customers in the planning and architectural sectors. These clients geographically range from practices in central London to The Scottish Highlands.
ROAVR remain the first choice to deliver surveys swiftly and professionally across the U.K.
Our consultants have many years experience in their professional fields. Our staff are individual members of The Arboricultural Association, CIEEM & BES. We carry full professional indemnity insurance and references are available on request.
We have invested heavily in upskilling our ecologists to deliver BNG assessments and high quality mapping.
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Here's What People Say About Our Surveys
I was looking for a ecology survey for a site beside a canal.
Roar's work was top quality. They are a great outfit who look after you well.
Would whole heartedly recommend .
I was looking for a bat survey because it was a requirement to support a planning application.
Without the survey I would have not have been able to validate a particular planning application.
Thanks to ROAVR we now have a wonderful connection with the ecology team and received wonderful assistance from Karalyn especially!
I have used ROAVR for a while now and especially since the new legislation required BNG calculations and metrics since April 2024.
They cover it all and efficiently both in terms of costs and response time. I would recommend them and will continue to use them and go nowhere else. i also like the manner in which they approach matters
Ecology is now at the heart of any applications and without them many cases would be delayed to an unacceptable level.
1) They were one of the quickest companies to come back with a quote for an urgent bat survey that was needed for one of my projects
2) They were the most competitively priced of all the quotes
3) They were able to book the survey within a few weeks of appointment
4) The site visits by the ecologists were prompt and professional (two surveys required from 8pm to 12 midnight)
5) They were able to turnaround the report as a priority. I needed the results quickly as one of the the final items to submit for a planning application. Normally the report is 10 day turnaround but Matt Harmsworth provided the report within 48hrs of the final visit because he knew it was urgent.
I would definitely recommend ROAVR group who provided a 5 star service.
Thank you Lucy and the team.
After a lengthy process of scouring the internet for potential suppliers ROAVR Group soon rose to the top of the pile for both understanding my requirement and providing a comprehensive and timely proposal for completing the work. In the end they delivered both reports more than a week before the target date, with excellent communication along the way.
The high quality, professional reports came with a video commentary to explain the main points, and identified further requirements that the council may require – very helpful.
I highly recommend ROAVR to any self-builders out there who need handheld through the process of satisfying these planning pre-requisites!
Justin Cunningham - Director Plan-It Partnership.
At all times I found their communication and advice helpful, effective and fast. The report was delivered on time - thank you again.
A huge shoutout and special thanks go to Peter, who went above and beyond to ensure that our experience was nothing short of outstanding.
I highly recommend ROAVR Group for anyone in need of tree survey assessment. Great service!
When we received the completed report I thought was excellent, well written and I was able to understand it.
As a team, I cannot express my gratitude enough - so thank you very much!
We were kept in contact from the team throughout the process, even during the gaps in between the surveys. The team genuinely appear to love their job and the work that they do.
All the reports were extremely well written, nice and clear and the videos that accompanied them to explain everything was greatly appreciated. The reports highlight the high quality equipment that they use for the surveys and we could see that the work that was done for to a very high standard.
Thanks to ROAVR group we now have some expert bat survey reports to submit to the council, we couldn't be happier with the work that they did and the communications we have received.
We were kept in contact from the team throughout the process, even during the gaps in between the surveys. The team genuinely appear to love their job and the work that they do.
All the reports were extremely well written, nice and clear and the videos that accompanied them to explain everything was greatly appreciated. The reports highlight the high quality equipment that they use for the surveys and we could see that the work that was done for to a very high standard.
Thanks to ROAVR group we now have some expert bat survey reports to submit to the council, we couldn't be happier with the work that they did and the communications we have received.
I was looking for a bat survey because planning application at Leigh
Without the survey I would have not received approval
Thanks to ROAVR we now have as there are no bats and we will receive planning approval
Thanks to ROAVR I now have an optimised design and layout favourable to planning dept.
The service provided by ROAVR is absolutely first class and I cannot recommend them highly enough - a pleasure to deal with from start to finish. 5*
Turned up on time and provided a polite and professional service.
I would definitely use them again.
5* Great service would definitely recommend.
Thank you,
We will recommend Roavr Group to everyone.
My property boundary is filled with overgrown trees but as I live in a Conservation area, I wanted to sought professional advice to understand what I could do without penalties or complaints!
I was highly impressed from their service from start to finish. After booking online initially, the phone rang. I suspected it may be ROAVR offering a hard sell and upgrade but was pleasantly surprised to be asked if I’d like a free 15 minute call with one of their arboriculturists. The resulting call proved very helpful and explained my position and options completely.
The survey was conducted as planned and the subsequent report was emailed along with a video commentary explaining not just what data the report contained but how specifically it could be used for planning permission etc.
Following my review of the report, I arranged a follow-up call to agree next steps. Again, advice from genuine and affable people whom know their stuff and appear to really want to help.
I highly recommend ROAVR. Each interaction I had with the team was friendly, helpful, professional and effective!
Good luck and Kind Regards
James.D
From start to finish each member of the team knew exactly what their role was and so everything fell into place with incredible speed and efficiency. Add that to approachability and knowledge and what more could one ask for. Price wise … value for money says it all. I may need further assistance and am confident I will receive the same excellent service
Thanks to all
Do not look anywhere else.
WHAT YOU GET WITH OUR ALL SURVEYS
The New Way to Get Planning Consent - our process…
Our process is called BLOOM:
Baseline, Locate, Optimise, Offset, Monitor. BLOOM is designed to guide you through every step of your biodiversity net gain assessment smoothly and stress-free so you can secure planning consent with confidence.
Baseline: We start by understanding your land. This step involves assessing the current biodiversity levels on your site. It’s like getting the full picture of where things stand today. Knowing this gives you clarity and a solid starting point for what’s needed. You’ll feel in control because you’ll know exactly what’s required to move forward. The techincal term is a UKHAB walkover.
Locate: Next, we identify the areas that will make the biggest impact. These could be spots on your site where enhancements are needed or opportunities to boost biodiversity. By pinpointing these areas, you’ll save time and resources while focusing on what really matters. We cross refrence the baseline data with your proposals to give us a starting point for discussion.
Optimise: Once we’ve identified the key areas, we design a plan to improve them. This plan is tailored to meet biodiversity net gain requirements while aligning with your development goals. You’ll feel empowered because you’ll have a clear, actionable roadmap that works for your project and ticks all the boxes for planning consent.
Offset: If your site can’t achieve the required gains on its own, we help you find approved offset solutions. These ensure you meet biodiversity goals even when space is limited. You’ll feel relieved knowing there’s a solution no matter what challenges your site presents.
Monitor: After implementation, we provide ongoing monitoring to make sure everything stays on track. This step ensures your commitments are met and gives you peace of mind that your project remains compliant. You’ll feel secure knowing there are no loose ends.
WHERE ROAVR STANDS OUT
ROAVR Provide all clients with a personal video walkthrough of your report. This means that you can easily understand our technical reports and apply any changes instantly and we constantly receive 5* for this service.
ROAVR provides incredible aerial imagery with all our reports. This imagery helps all project stakeholders fully understands the constraints and opportunities the site presents.
A comprehensive digital report so that you can be confident all bases are covered. Delivered fully optimised for delivery to your Local Authority.
Need you report quicker?
No problems, let us know your timescale and we will upgrade you with ROAVR Elevate.
UK Wide service - our surveyors operate nationwide from bases across the U.K. We can assist with your entire portfolio meaning you no longer need to commision multiple consultants, no travel time charged.
Our ROAVR REMEDY app is available on Android and Apple and ensures all the information you need is at your fingertips - for customers only this app is the culmination of years of research to add real value to your consultancy experience.
The Only Consultancy In The U.K To Have A Dedicated App To Support Our Customers!
How cool is that?
ROAVR has developed our own app to support our customers through their planning journey. All customers get access on booking with access to hours of resources and information to ensure you keep your planning on track.
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why not try our quick 'net gain navigator' ? It's free & will give you an indication of what is required at your site. simply click the button below!
WHAT IS INVOLVED?
UK HAB SITE MAPPING – We provide detailed, accurate mapping of your site using the UK Habitat Classification system. This helps identify existing biodiversity assets and ensures a clear baseline for your project. With this foundation, you’ll know exactly what’s needed to meet biodiversity net gain requirements, saving time and avoiding costly delays.
POST DEVELOPMENT PLANS – Our post-development plans is a QGISoutput of your site 'as existing'. It shows the baseline value of the habitats mapped at the site before we cross refrence with your proposed scheme.
PRE-DEVELOPMENT PLANS – We create pre-development plans to show the sites biodiversity post-development. These two sets of plans are crucial parts of your planning submission.
STATUTORY METRIC – Using the government-approved biodiversity metric, we calculate net gain with precision. This eliminates guesswork, giving you a solid, compliant strategy that satisfies local authorities and keeps your project moving forward.
COVERING REPORT – Our comprehensive report brings together all the findings, plans, and metrics in one clear, easy-to-understand document. It’s ready to submit with your planning application, showing planners you’ve done everything by the book.
VIDEO WALKTHROUGH – We provide a video walkthrough of your assessment, explaining the process and outcomes step-by-step. This makes everything crystal clear, saving you time and making it easier to communicate with stakeholders.
WHERE WE STAND OUT.
DETAILED VIDEO BASED FEEDBACK - Clear, easy-to-follow video feedback helps you see exactly what needs to be done to improve your chances of success. It’s like having an expert guide you step by step, making the path to getting planning consent simple and stress-free.
SUGGESTIONS ON HOW TO ACHIEVE NET GAIN ONSITE - Thoughtful ideas and practical advice on how to improve your site while meeting environmental goals. This makes your project stand out, increasing your chances of approval and showing commitment to sustainability.
FREE SITE DUE DILIGENCE SUPPORT - Get us to check your site upfront, at no cost to you, so you know exactly what’s possible before you move forward. This saves you time, money, and effort, making the process smoother and more reliable. We are happy to do a desktop review before any instruction.
UPDATES VIA WHATSAPP - Stay in the loop with fast, easy updates sent straight to your phone. You’ll always know what’s happening, cutting out the worry and uncertainty that can come with getting planning consent.
CUSTOMER SUPPORT DESK - Our team is ready to help whenever you need it. Whether it’s answering questions or solving problems, we’re here to make sure everything runs smoothly from start to finish.
IN-HOUSE GIS TECHNICIANS - With our skilled technicians, you get precise, reliable mapping and analysis for your project. This gives you an edge, ensuring your plans are accurate and meet the necessary requirements.
YOur Next StepS ARE SimPLE
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ROAVR Group Announces Charity Partnership with Highland Hospice - 26th August 2025.
ROAVR is proud to announce its support for Highland Hospice, the leading provider of palliative and end-of-life care across the Scottish Highlands. From this year, ROAVR will donate a portion of its revenue directly to Highland Hospice to help sustain the charity’s essential services, no matter where the survey we do in the UK is based.
This support reflects the company’s commitment to giving back to the community and recognising the hospice’s extraordinary role in providing comfort, dignity, and care to patients and their families. Highland Hospice has long been a name familiar to many within ROAVR.
ROAVR has named Highland Hospice as its chosen charity for the next 12 months. Staff will be encouraged and supported to carry out their own fundraising activities in aid of the hospice, building on the company’s contribution.
Commenting on the partnership, Matthew Harmsworth (Director) said:
“Highland Hospice provides vital support to people across the Highlands at some of the most difficult times in their lives. We’re honoured to play a part in supporting their work, and we know our staff, clients, and partners will share our commitment to this cause.”
For more information about Highland Hospice and their work, visit: www.highlandhospice.org.
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ROAVR Group Announces Charity Partnership with Highland Hospice - 26th August 2025.
ROAVR is proud to announce its support for Highland Hospice, the leading provider of palliative and end-of-life care across the Scottish Highlands. From this year, ROAVR will donate a portion of its revenue directly to Highland Hospice to help sustain the charity’s essential services, no matter where the survey we do in the UK is based.
This support reflects the company’s commitment to giving back to the community and recognising the hospice’s extraordinary role in providing comfort, dignity, and care to patients and their families. Highland Hospice has long been a name familiar to many within ROAVR.
ROAVR has named Highland Hospice as its chosen charity for the next 12 months. Staff will be encouraged and supported to carry out their own fundraising activities in aid of the hospice, building on the company’s contribution.
Commenting on the partnership, Matthew Harmsworth (Director) said:
“Highland Hospice provides vital support to people across the Highlands at some of the most difficult times in their lives. We’re honoured to play a part in supporting their work, and we know our staff, clients, and partners will share our commitment to this cause.”
For more information about Highland Hospice and their work, visit: www.highlandhospice.org.
