ACD Landscape Architects

read moreACD provides a full suite of ecological services to support its clients through the planning and development process. The preliminary ecological input typically comprises an extended Phase 1 habitat survey of the proposed development site alongside a desk study. This ecological assessment work allows us to inform our clients of any (actual and / or potential) legal and / or planning policy constraints in relation to ecology and their proposed development(s). Ecological constraints such as the presence of protected/notable species, for example; roosting bats, great crested newt, dormouse, reptiles and badgers, are material considerations in the planning process and may require further survey work and/or mitigation.

read moreHere at ACD, we take professional development seriously, encouraging our landscape architecture graduates to work towards obtaining Chartered status with the Landscape Institute and gain the prestigious letters CMLI after their name. The Landscape Institute has developed the "Pathway to Chartership" which typically takes around two years, although. Everything you need to know about planting for wildlife Green spaces are disappearing at an alarming rate due to urban expansion, therefore gardens and open spaces have become increasingly important, not only to us, but to the wildlife around us. Green spaces help to form green corridors, providing habitats and connectivity.

read moreACD Environmental has enjoyed participating and contributing to many events, whilst fundraising for charity. Below you will see a selection of challenges and events we have taken part of and organised.

read moreACD is a multi-disciplinary environmental consultancy practice registered with The Landscape Institute and The Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment. Established in 1985 we provide an environmental package of landscape architectural, archaeological, arboricultural and ecological consultancy for all forms of development. The Company offers a specialised service for all aspects of development. We still maintain an involvement in park design, historic landscape restoration and conservation issues.

read moreWe understand that our most valuable asset is our people and, as a company, we are keen to continue building that asset by employing talented, enthusiastic professionals. ACD Environmental also understands the need to develop and nurture the potential of every employee and therefore we offer our commitment to train, guide and lead in order to maximise that potential. We currently employ around 40 people, spread across 3 offices around the United Kingdom. We have continued to grow over the last 30 years and our expansion shows no sign of slowing.