Landowners

Partnering With Landowners

At Naturion®, we recognize the significant role that landowners play in protecting and restoring natural environments. By partnering with us, landowners can contribute to critical ecological restoration efforts while benefiting from financial rewards and the long-term protection of their property. Whether you’re interested in restoring wetlands, streams, or other ecosystems on your land, our experts are here to help you navigate the process and maximize the potential of your property.

We partner with landowners, regulators, and developers, making sure all stakeholders are involved in the process. This collaborative approach ensures that each project delivers maximum environmental and financial benefits, creating sustainable solutions for the land and surrounding communities.

Why Partner with Naturion?

Our partnerships with landowners are built on mutual benefit. Here’s how working with Naturion® can enhance your land:

Our Featured Project -

Tomlinson Run Mitigation Bank

Overview:

Nestled in the northern panhandle of West Virginia, Tomlinson Run is located within the West Virginia Department of Natural Resources Tomlinson Run State Park. 

Some of the benefits include:

  • 7,891 linear feet of restored stream
  • 8,906 indigenous trees planted
  • Eradication of invasive species
  • Aquatic and wildlife habitat improvements
  • Creation of forested wetlands adjacent to the stream to offset pollution and stream erosion
  • 2,000 feet of accessible trails
  • 5 accessible platforms from which to fish or view wildlife
  • New, accessible pedestrian bridges over stream tributaries

Tomlinson Run has been featured at conferences and presentations for mitigation banking, notable for being a standout project in the industry. 

How We Work With Landowners

Our process is designed to make it easy and rewarding for landowners to participate in mitigation banking and restoration projects. Here’s how it works:


Step1

PRELIMINARY SITE EVALUATION

We meet with you to evaluate your land for mitigation potential and explain the land conservation process.


Step2

CONCEPTUALIZATION

Following our site evaluation, our team will develop a conceptual restoration plan. We will discuss the conceptual plan with you and explain the ecological benefits your property can produce.


Step3

AGREEMENT

After estimating your site’s mitigation potential, we’ll present a legal option
agreement and conservation easement deed for review.


Step4

PROJECT DESIGN

This is where we’ll survey, plan, and design the restoration project to meet the required ecological needs.


Step5

COMPENSATION

We’ll record the conservation easement and compensate you. Typically, landowners are fully compensated once the easement has been recorded. But you may choose to take compensation in increments, depending on your situation. We’ll work with you to find the solution that best meets your needs.


Step6

CONSTRUCTION

Upon receiving our regulatory approval, we begin site construction. Construction may include wetland, stream, and upland rehabilitation and/or re-establishment.

Step7

MONITORING AND MAINTENANCE

Once construction is completed, our last step is restoration monitoring. Depending on locale, monitoring typically lasts for a period of 5 to 10 years.

Step8

LONG-TERM STEWARDING

Following regulatory sign-off, the conservation area will be maintained and monitored, by an approved and pre-determined long-term steward.

Benefits of Ecological Restoration for Landowners

By partnering with Naturion® for ecological restoration and mitigation banking, you’re not only contributing to the environment but also unlocking significant value for your property. Here are some key benefits for landowners:

Why Choose Naturion?

Naturion has a long track record of successful partnerships with landowners across the United States. Our experience in mitigation banking and ecological restoration allows us to deliver projects that benefit both landowners and the environment. We work closely with you to develop a plan that aligns with your financial goals and conservation objectives.

The company partners with landowners, regulators, and developers, ensuring that all stakeholders are actively involved in the process. This collaborative approach guarantees that projects are successful and sustainable.

Contact us to discuss how we can partner together to restore your land.