Forest Division & Redevelopment Planning
Confidential Private Estate
122 acres (sub-divided into separate plots)
The Challenge
A mature conifer plantation sat within a former estate boundary. The woodland had little active management and offered no clear income potential. The owner wanted to release value from the standing timber while creating a long-term, low-maintenance layout that could later be repurposed or transferred with minimal liability. Key issues included: thick, unthinned plantation limiting biodiversity and light penetration,no internal water supply or infrastructure, poor-condition vehicular tracks, and unmanaged footpaths crossing the site. Boundaries and parcel structure were undefined for future disposal or gifting.
Our Approach
Apex Land Management coordinated the project from initial assessment to re-planning, combining commercial forestry operations with infrastructure and land division expertise.
Timber Valuation & Selective Thinning: Partnered with Euro Forests to harvest and market standing timber, securing a standing timber payment while improving woodland structure and light.
Infrastructure & Services Upgrade: Installed a new water feed routed into the site; upgraded vehicular tracks for all-weather use; and fenced key access routes for safety.
Strategic Subdivision: Created distinct, accessible plots designed around existing tracks, maintaining access to footpaths and ensuring ecological balance.
Liability Reduction & Future Options: Prepared each parcel for potential sale, lease, or community gifting – reducing long-term management burden while retaining amenity value.
The Outcome
What was once an under-managed block of commercial woodland is now a strategically divided, serviced, and accessible asset.
• Standing timber sale revenue generated upfront
• Long-term maintenance liability reduced by 60%
• Flexible parcels suitable for sale, gifting, or alternative use
• Enhanced biodiversity and visual appeal through targeted thinning
