If you have a piece of overgrown property that you aren’t sure how to use to its fullest, you may be looking for some land development ideas. Once you have a plan in place, you’ll be ready to schedule an appointment for professional land clearing.
Learn more about some of the most popular and creative post-clearing land projects you should consider for your parcel.
1. Add Buildings for Storage or Other Needs
One of the most popular land development ideas is to create space to put up outbuildings. Having a large indoor space available can completely change the capabilities of the space, unlocking the creativity of the property owner.
This option allows for more storage on the property. Some people use new buildings to start their own at-home businesses. If you have elderly relatives, you may want to build a detached in-law suite that they can live in to maintain privacy while also having family close enough to help with day-to-day needs.
If you want to add a barn, storage building, workshop, or guest house, you first have to clear the site of trees and brush. Construction teams need easy access for machinery to reach the job site, too. Land clearing experts can maintain the natural beauty of the area while still making it easy to work.
2. Create a Walking, Hiking, or Riding Trail
Many people will hire a land clearing company to make the property safer for outdoor activities. If you’d like to use remote property for hunting or fishing, you may need a trail to reach the lake or hunting blind. Create trails by removing brush and grading the land to make walking easier.
If you enjoy activities like horseback riding, dirt biking, riding an ATV, or mountain biking, you need a space that’s completely clear to avoid accidents at high speeds. Removing tree roots or boulders that could be a trip hazard gives you the safest possible space. Cutting down nearby dead trees that could fall across the trail is also important for safety.
3. Improve the Space for Native Wildlife and Plants
Land clearing efforts don’t always have to benefit the property owners. If you have invasive weeds or rodents on the property, they could be preventing native plants and wildlife from living in the area.
You may simply want to give the property a chance to thrive again by returning it to a natural state. Companies that specialize in land clearing can successfully remove dead trees and thick brush that give pests shelter. By clearing the area, more desirable plants and wildlife can grow freely, making it a great place to relax.
4. Plant Crops, Turf, or Trees and Start a Farm
Innovative land uses often include developing the space for agricultural purposes. By removing old trees and weeds, the property owner has a clean slate to do just that.
Some may want to start a traditional farm where they’ll plant crops popular in the area, such as cotton, corn, soybeans, or sweet potatoes. Others may want to create a field they can use to harvest hay for cattle or horses. If you add a greenhouse to the cleared space, you might consider growing flowers and vegetables that you could sell at a farmer’s market.
Other agricultural options include planting turf for a sod farm or using the space to grow trees that you can sell to landscaping companies. Another option might be to start a Christmas tree farm. After clearing the overgrowth, land grading services can enhance your ability to farm.
5. Develop a Space for a Non-Profit Cause
Land clearing experts often develop a piece of property to provide space for non-profit organizations to perform important work. Perhaps you’d like to start a dog rescue. You could clear an area to create a kennel for the animals, along with space where they can run. Similar spaces could serve as a home for horses or other animals.
If you live near an urban area, you might want to create a community garden. This allows city dwellers to grow crops in a garden that they can then use themselves or give to local food banks.
Let JDI Land Management Expertly Prepare Your Property for Any Purpose
Coming up with creative land use ideas is just step one of the process. Everything that follows will go smoother when you rely on the professionals at JDI Land Management. We can explain all the land clearing benefits and suggest specific techniques that will make your dreams come true.
Whether you have land development ideas in mind or need some inspiration, we can help. For a free quote, use our online contact form or call us today at (704) 288-0511. We serve the entire region from our base of operations in Monroe, NC.
