Ecology & Bushfire Advice for Developers NSW
Practical, fast-turnaround advice to support development feasibility and approvals
First Field Environmental Pty Ltd works with developers to provide clear, practical ecological and bushfire advice across all stages of a project — from site acquisition through to development approval.
We understand that development is driven by:
- Feasibility
- Yield
- Timeframes
- Risk
Our role is to help you navigate ecological and bushfire constraints without slowing your project down
Supporting developers at every stage
We provide targeted input throughout the development lifecycle:
Site acquisition & due diligence
Before you purchase a site, we can identify:
- Fatal constraints
- Bushfire limitations (APZ, BAL)
- Vegetation and biodiversity issues
- Likelihood of additional approvals
Helping you avoid costly acquisition mistakes
Feasibility & concept design
During early design, we help:
- Identify constraints that affect yield
- Inform lot layout and building envelopes
- Align ecology with bushfire and planning requirements
- Avoid redesign later in the process
Development application support
We provide:
- Ecological assessments for development applications
- Species Impact Assessments (SIA)
- Targeted flora and fauna surveys
- Ongoing support during DA
Sustainability & Green Star Communities
For larger or strategic projects, we support:
- Ecology input for Green Star Communities
- Integration of biodiversity outcomes into design
- Collaboration with sustainability consultants
Our approach: practical and commercially aware
We understand the realities of development.
We focus on:
- Clear advice — no unnecessary complexity
- Fast turnaround — aligned with project timelines
- Maximising development potential within constraints
- Early input to reduce redesign and delays
- Working with your consultant team
We aim to be a solution-focused partner, not a constraint
Experience across development projects
We support:
- Residential subdivisions
- Rural and lifestyle developments
- Greenfield developments
- Infrastructure and servicing projects
- Strategic planning and rezoning
- South West Sydney
- Western Sydney
- Blue Mountains
- Wollondilly and Macarthur
- Southern Highlands
Working with your team
We regularly collaborate with:
- Town planners
- Bushfire consultants
- Surveyors
- Civil designers
- Sustainability consultants
This ensures ecology is aligned with:
- Design outcomes
- Planning strategy
- Approval requirements
Example outcomes
Our work has helped developers:
- Avoid purchasing non-developable sites
- Reduce ecological constraints through early design input
- Achieve approvals on complex sites
- Minimise delays by identifying issues early
- Balance yield, ecology, and bushfire requirements
See our case studies:
- Campbelltown subdivision
- Blue Mountains rural development
- Hornsby due diligence
Why developers choose First Field Environmental
- Fast, responsive, and easy to work with
- Strong understanding of development constraints
- Experience across ecology and bushfire
- Commercially aware advice
- Focused on approvals and outcomes
Common questions
Can you help before we purchase a site?
Yes — early due diligence is one of the most valuable services we provide.
Will ecology reduce development yield?
Not necessarily — early input can often improve outcomes and reduce constraints.
Can you work within tight timeframes?
Yes — we regularly support fast-moving projects.
Do you work with our existing consultants?
Yes — we integrate with your project team.
Get the right advice early
Bringing ecological and bushfire advice into your project early can significantly reduce risk, cost, and delays.
Contact First Field Environmental Pty Ltd to discuss your project.