Landscaping & Garden Design in Requena

Hello, I am Álvaro Ferrer, project coordinator at TuExterior. If you are looking for professional landscaping in Requena to transform your outdoor space, you have come to the right place. Living in the Requena-Utiel comarca offers a unique lifestyle, but our inland Mediterranean climate—characterized by harsh winters and scorching summers—requires a specialized approach to garden design. With a population of approximately 20,740 residents spread across the town centre and beautiful outlying areas like San Antonio, El Rebollar, and Campo Arcís, we understand the geographical diversity of this region. Whether you own a villa in the quiet streets of Los Isidros or a riverside property in Casas del Río, your garden needs to be both resilient and aesthetic. At TuExterior, we balance local hardiness with modern design. Regarding investment, in Requena a landscaping typically runs 30-120 €/m² including local labour, depending on the complexity of the terrain and the materials chosen. My goal is to ensure your terrace or garden becomes a year-round sanctuary that respects our local environment while providing maximum comfort for your family.

How we work

1. Initial Contact and Consultation

You reach out to us via our website or phone to discuss your vision, and we provide an initial assessment based on your specific location in the Requena area.

2. Site Visit and Professional Measuring

I personally coordinate a visit to your property to take precise measurements, analyse soil conditions, and evaluate sun exposure to ensure the design is technically sound.

3. Personalised Design and Free Quote

We present a detailed landscape plan tailored to your budget and the Requena climate, accompanied by a transparent, no-obligation quote for the entire project.

4. Professional Installation and Handover

Our skilled team executes the installation with minimal disruption, adhering to all safety standards, and we perform a final walkthrough to ensure every detail meets your satisfaction.

Regulations and Permits for Landscaping in Requena

Navigating the legal landscape is a crucial part of any outdoor project in the Valencian interior. In Requena, all installations must comply with the General Urban Development Plan (PGOU), which dictates what can be built and where. For instance, if we are installing automated solar protection or pergolas, we strictly adhere to the UNE-EN 13561 standard, which regulates the performance and safety requirements for external blinds and awnings.

The permit process in Requena is divided into two main categories. Most landscaping tasks, such as planting, installing irrigation, or minor decorative walling, fall under the "Comunicación Previa" or "Obra Menor" (minor works) category. This is a relatively straightforward notification to the Ayuntamiento (Town Hall) that allows work to begin quickly. However, for larger structures like swimming pools, significant earthmoving, or permanent porches, a full municipal building licence is mandatory.

A critical consideration for residents is the "La Villa" district. As a designated Bien de Interés Cultural (BIC), the historic old town of Requena is subject to extremely strict aesthetic controls. Any landscaping or exterior modification here must be approved by heritage committees. The PGOU also specifies a restricted RAL colour palette for facades and external elements to maintain the town's traditional ochre and earthy aesthetic. At TuExterior, we handle these administrative hurdles for you, ensuring your project is fully compliant with local heritage and urban planning laws.