Landscaping & Garden Design in Fontanares

Hello, I am Álvaro Ferrer, project coordinator at TuExterior. If you have chosen to settle in the beautiful municipality of Fontanars dels Alforins—commonly known as Fontanares—you already know that this corner of La Vall d'Albaida is a true Mediterranean hidden gem. With a population of approximately 947 residents, this village offers a peaceful life surrounded by vineyards and pine forests. However, creating a garden here requires a specific approach due to our unique inland climate, characterized by hot summers and surprisingly cold winters. When it comes to landscaping in Fontanares, we specialize in adapting outdoor spaces to the local environment, whether you are located in the historic village center or in one of the surrounding areas like La Safra, Cases de Vidal, El Balcó, or the expansive estates of Els Alforins and La Duenya. My goal is to ensure your terrace or garden becomes a functional extension of your home. To give you a starting point, in Fontanares a landscaping typically runs 30-120 €/m² including local labour, depending on the complexity of the terrain and the materials selected.

How we work

1. Initial Contact

Reach out to us via phone or our web form to discuss your vision, the specific characteristics of your plot in Fontanares, and your aesthetic preferences.

2. Site Visit & Measuring

I will personally visit your property in La Vall d'Albaida to take precise measurements, analyze the soil quality, and evaluate the orientation for sun exposure.

3. Free Quote

Within a few days, you will receive a detailed, transparent proposal tailored to your budget, including a breakdown of materials, plants, and labor costs.

4. Installation

Our professional team executes the project with minimal disruption, handling everything from irrigation systems to hardscaping, ensuring a clean and high-quality finish.

Regulations, Permits, and Local Standards in Fontanares

Navigating the administrative requirements for outdoor renovations in Fontanares is essential to avoid fines and ensure the longevity of your investment. At TuExterior, we adhere strictly to the UNE-EN 13561 standard, which regulates the safety and performance requirements for external blinds and awnings, a crucial consideration given the wind speeds that can occur in the Alforins valley.

Beyond technical standards, all projects must comply with the local Ordenanza Municipal and the Plan General de Ordenación Urbana (PGOU) of Fontanars dels Alforins. It is important to understand that the PGOU in this municipality is particularly protective of the "paisaje agrario" (agricultural landscape). This means that if your property is located on "suelo no urbanizable" (non-urbanizable land), any landscaping or construction project requires a compatibility check with the Catálogo de Bienes y Espacios Protegidos.

For simple tasks like planting or installing removable elements, a "comunicación previa" or "obra menor" permit is usually sufficient. However, for structural changes, perimeter walls, or large excavations, a formal municipal license is mandatory. We assist our clients in determining which permit is necessary, ensuring that your garden respects the traditional aesthetic of the Valencian Tuscany while meeting all legal criteria.