East Sussex
Accessible shop entrances in East Sussex
Landlords across the South East can combine access work with a wider refit, which avoids disturbing an East Sussex tenant twice.
Before designing a ramp for your East Sussex entrance, we check where your boundary ends, as most pavements belong to the highway or roads authority. What counts as a reasonable adjustment depends on your business, so we price different options for owners in the South East to weigh up for their East Sussex shop.
What do we offer in East Sussex?
How much does it cost in East Sussex?
Budget £495 to £3,495 ex VAT depending on the work. Clear signs, a call bell and a visible handle are low-cost changes that help people in East Sussex and across the South East use your entrance independently. The price we confirm in writing includes travel and access.
Check the planning rules for East Sussex
Which towns do you cover?
Common questions
Do you cover all of East Sussex?
Yes. ShopFronts UK works across East Sussex, including Brighton, Eastbourne, Hastings, Lewes.
What ramp gradient should I aim for?
A gradient of 1:12 is the steepest normally accepted, and only on short flights. In England, Approved Document M gives 1:12 for 2 m, 1:15 for 5 m and 1:20 for 10 m, and BS 8300 gives similar guidance. Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland have their own documents.
Do I need permission to put a ramp on the pavement?
Usually yes. The pavement is normally public highway, so the highway authority must agree, and a ramp beyond the property line is rarely allowed. Planning permission may also be needed, and listed buildings need consent. We check the boundary and go through the options with you.
Can I make an entrance accessible in a listed building?
Often yes, with a sensitive design. Portable ramps, discreet handrails and lobby changes are common routes. Listed building consent may be needed, and the decision sits with the council. We draw up options and help you record why each change is or is not reasonable.
Accessible shop entrances in East Sussex
One contract, written quote and a 10-year workmanship guarantee.