Landscaping & Garden Design in Planes

Hello, I am Álvaro Ferrer, project coordinator at TuExterior. Over the years, I have seen how the rugged beauty of the El Comtat comarca inspires homeowners to create outdoor spaces that mirror the surrounding mountains. When it comes to landscaping in Planes, we understand that this isn’t just about planting flowers; it is about respecting a landscape defined by cherry trees and limestone cliffs. Whether you reside in the historic village centre near the castle or in one of the outlying areas like Benialfaquí, Catamarruch, or the quiet streets of Margarida, your garden needs to withstand the specific inland climate of Alicante. With a population of approximately 695 residents, Planes offers a peaceful lifestyle that deserves a perfectly integrated terrace or garden. We work across the entire municipality, including La Baronia and Canyeret, ensuring our designs handle the hot summers and the surprisingly crisp winters of the interior. To give you a starting point for your budget, in Planes a landscaping typically runs 30-120 €/m² including local labour, depending on the complexity of the terrain and materials chosen.

How we work

Initial Contact and Consultation

You reach out to us via our web form or phone to discuss your vision for your Planes property, and we schedule an initial briefing to understand your specific needs and aesthetic preferences.

Site Visit and Professional Measuring

I personally, or a member of my technical team, will visit your home in El Comtat to take precise measurements, analyse soil quality, and assess the sun exposure of your outdoor area.

Detailed Design and Free Quote

We provide a comprehensive proposal including a customized design and a transparent, itemized quote with no hidden costs, tailored to the unique topography of the Planes region.

Professional Installation and Handover

Our specialized crews execute the project with minimal disruption to your daily life, ensuring every stone, plant, and structure meets our high standards before the final walkthrough.

Regulations and Permits for Outdoor Projects in Planes

Navigating the legal landscape for home improvements in the Valencian Community requires local expertise. In Planes, all exterior installations and landscaping projects must comply with the LOTUP (Ley de Ordenación del Territorio, Urbanismo y Paisaje), which is the overarching regional law governing land use. Because Planes is situated in a mountainous area of high ecological and aesthetic value, urban development is strictly regulated by the local Plan General de Ordenación Urbana (PGOU). This municipal plan ensures that new structures do not clash with the traditional architecture of the village or the protected status of the surrounding landscape.

For most landscaping projects, such as installing pergolas or replacing flooring, the process involves applying for an "Actuación Comunicada" or a "Licencia de Obra Menor" at the Planes Town Hall (Ayuntamiento). If your project involves significant structural changes, large retaining walls, or major excavations, a more complex "Licencia de Obra Mayor" may be required, necessitating a technical project signed by an architect. Furthermore, for any sun protection systems we install, such as awnings or bioclimatic pergolas, we strictly adhere to the UNE-EN 13561 standard, which dictates the wind resistance and safety requirements for external blinds and shutters. We handle the technical documentation required to ensure your project is fully compliant with both local ordinances and European safety standards.