Project Overview

Challenges & Environmental Considerations

  • Legal Protection: The Protection of Badgers Act 1992 prohibits interfering with active setts. A licensed approach was required.
  • Ecological Impact: The badgers needed a suitable alternative habitat to prevent disruption.
  • Site Clearance Needs: The site required tree clearance and vegetation management to prepare for the development.

Our Approach

As expert site clearance contractors, Zirkon executed a structured plan to relocate the badgers safely while preparing the site for construction. Our work included:

  • Installing one-way badger gates to encourage natural relocation.
  • Securing the existing sett with badger-proof mesh to prevent re-entry.
  • Tree removal & clearance in the artificial sett location.
  • Constructing a custom artificial badger sett with:
    • 10 nesting chambers
    • Interconnected tunnels and access points
    • Buried structure at a depth of 1.25m

Outcome & Client Satisfaction

The artificial sett was strategically baited, and within days, project ecologists confirmed badger activity in the new habitat. This seamless transition ensured that:

  • The client remained compliant with wildlife legislation.
  • No project delays occurred.
  • The development moved forward without legal risks.
  • The badgers successfully adapted to their new artificial sett.

Why Choose Zirkon for Site Clearance & Ecological Works?

With extensive experience as site clearance contractors, Zirkon ensures that development projects proceed legally, efficiently, and with minimal environmental impact. Whether you need tree clearance, habitat management, or wildlife mitigation, our team provides expert solutions tailored to your project needs.

Client:
Commercial Landowner
Location:
Birmingham, West Midlands
Project Value:
£30k + VAT
Services Provided
  • Surveying
  • Tree Removal
  • Badger Sett Closure
  • Artificial Badger Sett
Duration:

2 Weeks

“This project was a great opportunity for ZIRKON to showcase our experience within this environmental sector. The project was a great success and a survey of the artificial sett revealed the badgers using it shortly after installation.”

Tom Payne, Managing Director

Commercial Tree Services & Vegetation Clearance

We can provide you with a vegetation survey and assessment, as well as commercial tree & vegetation site clearance services

Trusted By Clients Throughout The UK

Vegetation & Tree Services for Commercial Customers

Zirkon offers a wide range of tree and vegetation site clearance services. These are normally carried out in preparation for development projects, land management and habitat enhancement operations for construction clients, house builders and utility providers.

Our team of specialists are well-equipped and are fully qualified experts in safely controlling vegetation and trees within multiple environments across the UK, including public infrastructure and commercial spaces.

We offer a whole range of industry-compliant services, so please get in touch to see how we can assist with your upcoming project.

Sectors We Work With

Residential
Waterways
Restoration & Regeneration
Residential
Utilities
Leisure
Healthcare
Ports & Costal Development
Infrastructure
Retail
Education

Our vegetation management services help clear sites in preparation for development or enhancement.

Areas of excessive plant growth found on a tract of land which has been acquired can become a significant obstruction, and will often need to be controlled or cleared before development can proceed.

Vegetation and trees can clutter areas of land, and may even block vehicles or people from gaining access to certain areas. These obstacles can slow down the entire development process, and prove costly for developers.

Vegetation site clearance provides an effective solution to avoid these costly obstructions to development and to avoid delays in project timelines. Additional services which Zirkon offer include the chipping and mulching of wood, as well as stump grinding, as these can help ensure material removal costs are minimised.

There are several laws in place relating to tree felling, vegetation clearance, and invasive species management, which is why we recommend consulting with experts to ensure you remain in compliance with these laws, and with best practices.

Contact Us

Looking for expert tree and vegetation clearance contractors for your site?

Our team of vegetation clearance contractors are on hand to provide specialist advice on the clearance of vegetation and trees from your site, and to ensure your project is delivered to the highest standards – on time, safely, within budget and with care for our environment and communities.

Phone: 0800 389 1911
Hours: Monday to Friday 9:00 – 17:30