Apply for a dropped kerb
When submitting your application form please ensure that you have the following information or your application will be declined:
- A map showing exactly which road and the location of your property
- A plan of the proposed dropped kerb, with dimensions
- Copy of planning approval if the property is on an A, B or C road.
If you submit an application knowing that certain conditions cannot be met your application with be refused and the administration charge is not refundable.
What happens next?
- Once we have received your application we check all details to make sure everything is there to process the application.
- If there is information missing we will not be able to process your application. At the time of taking payment, we will notify you of what must be provided so we can proceed with your application.
- An inspection will be carried out to check the safety implications at the location.
- Once inspected, you will receive a response, usually within 2-3 weeks. The response will indicate whether permission has been granted for a dropped kerb or whether the application has been refused. If the application has been refused, there will be reasons included within the written response.
Once approval has been granted you are required to:
- Organise a contractor to carry out the works ensuring that the contractor is accredited and insured and obtains a permit to dig before works commence.
- Ensure works are planned correctly.
- Notify us if any issues arise.
Approved applications are valid for 3 years.
