Apply for a dropped kerb
A dropped kerb allows vehicles to cross the pavement from the road to a driveway.
Use this service to apply for a dropped kerb application for your property and pay for it online.
As part of the application, we will check if you need planning permission for the proposed access.
Guidance
Can You Get a Dropped Kerb?
- Driveway length - at least 4.8 metres long (5.5 metres if in front of a main door).
- Driveway width - at least 2.6 metres wide (3.6 metres for disabled access).
- Easy access - you must be able to drive straight in.
- Distance from junctions - at least 10 metres away from main junctions (can be less in low-traffic areas).
If your driveway doesn’t meet these rules, you can’t get a dropped kerb.
Cost
Application Costs
- Application Fee: £194 to check if a dropped kerb is possible. This includes a site inspection. If refused, you’ll get £91 back.
- Planning Permission: If needed, it costs an extra £230. You can pay £25 for a pre-application enquiry to see if permission is likely.
- Response Time: We’ll respond within 10 working days.
Construction Costs
- Self-Construction Pack: Approved applications get a pack with specifications and a Licence agreement.
- Council Quote: The Council can do the work for £2224.
- Own Contractor: You can hire your own contractor. We’ll check the work meets standards.
- Extra costs: May be charged for moving street furniture (e.g., lamps, cables) or trees.
Assessment
It takes up to 10 working days to have your application assessed by one of our inspectors at your property. If it will take longer we will let you know
Before you start
- If planning permission is not needed, it will cost £194 to apply.
- If planning permission is needed, it will cost an additional £230.
To use this service you will need:
- a debit or credit card
- your driveway measurements