The intervention, carried out by ecological naturalists from Natura Scop, is part of a commitment by Lyon Métropole Habitat (LMH) to reconcile the rehabilitation of its property assets with biodiversity preservation. An ecological diagnosis, conducted by Natura Scop and transmitted to the DREAL, confirmed the presence of protected species on the site, including bats, common swifts, and white-throated dippers.
To anticipate the impact of future work on these species, LMH has implemented concrete protection measures. The installed birdhouses will provide new refuges for swifts before their next breeding season. Concurrently, measures are being deployed to safely make some bat roosts inaccessible, guiding them towards future habitats to be created during the construction project.
Beyond regulatory compliance, this initiative reflects LMH's commitment to urban nature. As buildings are renovated and better insulated, the cavities and refuges naturally used by birds and bats tend to disappear. The installation of birdhouses and the creation of new roosts are therefore essential solutions for preserving protected species and maintaining urban biodiversity.
