Landscaping & Garden Design in Casares

Hello, I am Álvaro Ferrer, project coordinator at TuExterior. With a population of around 8,111 residents, this corner of the Costa del Sol Occidental offers one of the most diverse microclimates for garden design. Whether you own a frontline apartment in La Perla de la Bahía or a villa overlooking Casares Costa Golf, managing outdoor spaces here requires a specialized touch. High-quality landscaping in Casares must account for the intense salt exposure typical of coastal areas like Casares del Mar and Marina de Casares, where the Mediterranean breeze can be unforgiving to non-native species. My team and I focus on creating sustainable, lush environments that thrive in the unique conditions of Doña Julia and the surrounding urbanisations. We understand that your home is a sanctuary, and our goal is to blend aesthetics with durability. To give you an idea of investment, in Casares a landscaping typically runs 30-120 €/m² including local labour, depending on whether you require hardscaping, irrigation systems, or mature specimen trees. We are here to ensure your garden reflects the white-village charm of the inland pueblo while meeting the modern standards of the coast.

How we work

Our methodology is designed to be transparent and efficient, ensuring your project in Casares is handled with professional care from the first phone call to the final planting.

1. Initial Contact Reach out via our website or phone to discuss your vision; we will listen to your needs and schedule a convenient time to meet at your property.

2. Site Visit & Measuring I will personally visit your garden to take precise measurements, assess soil quality, and analyze sunlight patterns and wind exposure specific to your Casares location.

3. Free Detailed Quote Within a few days, you will receive a comprehensive, no-obligation proposal that breaks down costs for materials, plants, and labour, ensuring total financial clarity.

4. Professional Installation Our expert crew executes the design, handling everything from earthmoving to irrigation and lighting, delivering a turnkey outdoor space ready for you to enjoy.

Understanding Local Regulations and Permits in Casares

Navigating the legal landscape is a crucial part of any landscaping or exterior renovation project in the municipality of Casares. All our installations, particularly those involving sun protection like awnings or pergolas, strictly adhere to the UNE-EN 13561 standard, which regulates the performance and safety requirements for external blinds and awnings. This ensures that any structure we build can withstand the wind loads common in the coastal areas of the Costa del Sol Occidental.

Beyond technical standards, we must comply with the Casares Municipal PGOU (General Urban Planning Plan) and the local ordinances. The administrative requirements vary significantly depending on the nature of the work. For simple gardening, planting, or decorative changes, no formal permit is usually required. However, for "Obra Menor" (Minor Works)—which includes building low walls, installing permanent flooring, or significant irrigation overhauls—a communication or a minor works license must be filed with the Casares Town Hall (Ayuntamiento).

It is also vital to consider the regional "Ley de Impulso para la Sostenibilidad del Territorio de Andalucía" (LISTA). This law is particularly strict regarding the inland "pueblo" area of Casares, which is protected due to its historical and rural value. On the coast, while the rules are slightly more flexible, any structural change that increases the built-up area of the plot will require a more formal building license. At TuExterior, we guide our clients through these bureaucratic hurdles, ensuring that every stone laid and every pergola installed is fully compliant with both local Casares ordinances and Andalusian regional law.