Greater London
Accessible shop entrances in Greater London
What counts as a reasonable adjustment depends on your business, so we price different options for owners in London to weigh up for their Greater London shop.
Clear signs, a call bell and a visible handle are low-cost changes that help people in Greater London and across London use your entrance independently. Landlords across London can combine access work with a wider refit, which avoids disturbing a Greater London tenant twice.
What do we offer in Greater London?
How much does it cost in Greater London?
The guide price is £495 to £3,495 ex VAT depending on the work. A single step at a Greater London shop door can stop some customers coming in, so we look at the whole approach and not just the door. The price we confirm in writing includes travel and access.
Check the planning rules for Greater London
Which towns do you cover?
- Acton
- Barking
- Brixton
- Bromley
- Croydon
- Dagenham
- Ealing
- Edmonton
- Enfield
- Hackney
- Harrow
- Hayes
- Hounslow
- Ilford
- Islington
- Kingston upon Thames
- Lewisham
- London
- Mitcham
- Peckham
- Romford
- Southall
- Stratford
- Streatham
- Tooting
- Tottenham
- Uxbridge
- Walthamstow
- Wembley
- Woolwich
Common questions
Do you cover all of Greater London?
Yes. ShopFronts UK works across Greater London, including Acton, Barking, Brixton, Bromley.
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.
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.
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.
Accessible shop entrances in Greater London
One contract, written quote and a 10-year workmanship guarantee.