Housing Delivery and Nature Restoration. Together.
Net-zero homes on standard residential sites. Permanent native woodland through our Woodland Bank. No mixed-use planning complexity.
The Challenge
Local authorities face simultaneous mandates: deliver housing at scale while meeting climate targets and biodiversity obligations under the EU Nature Restoration Law. Traditional development treats these as competing priorities.
NeighbourWood's 10:1 Model integrates both. Every 10 homes we deliver permanently restores one hectare of native woodland — without complicating residential planning.
How It Works
🏡 Residential Site
Standard residential planning application. 100% of site used for homes. Higher density achievable because woodland is delivered separately. BER A1 net-zero modular homes.
🌳 Woodland Bank
Separate agricultural land (10–20km away) converted to permanent native woodland via standard DAFM afforestation. Held by independent trust with irrevocable asset lock. Legally linked to homes through permanent covenants.
Planning Compliance
NWC homes exceed every current Irish residential standard:
| Standard | Requirement | NWC Delivers |
|---|---|---|
| BER Rating | A2 (NZEB) | A1 (Passivhaus) |
| Renewable Energy | 20% minimum | 100%+ net |
| EV Infrastructure | Ducting required | Full 7.4kW charger |
| Biodiversity | No mandatory standard | 1 hectare per 10 homes |
| Carbon Impact | No mandatory standard | Third-party verified sequestration |
Affordable Housing Pathway
From Year 3, maturing environmental credits from the Woodland Bank create a revenue stream that can subsidise affordable units. Our target is 20%+ affordable allocation funded by the woodland's environmental value — not by government subsidy.
Funded by environmental credit revenue from Year 3, not government subsidy.
Visit Our Pilot
Our founders will live in the pilot community alongside early adopters. Visit the site, walk the woodland, meet residents, and review real data. See the 10:1 Model in operation before committing.
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Register Your Interest
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