Shawlands (G41, G43) is dominated by sandstone tenements — multi-flat buildings with shared slate roofs. Solar on tenement roofs requires factoring agreement and is rare; ground-floor flats with private roofs are easier. Indicative 4 kWp price (where viable): £5,200–£6,800. Listed tenements need Listed Building Consent.
What drives the price in Shawlands
Most properties are tenement flats — factor consent needed for shared-roof installs.
Many G41 tenements are listed (Category B common) — Listed Building Consent required.
DNO is SP Energy Networks — G99 sign-off typically 5–7 weeks.
Frequently asked questions
Can I install solar on a Shawlands tenement?
Only with agreement from the building factor and all flat owners under Scotland's Tenement Management Scheme. In practice this is rare. Ground-floor flats with private rear roofs are more practical, but still need factor sign-off.