Do you need planning permission to drop a kerb for a driveway?

Question

We want to add a driveway to the front of the house but we'd need to drop the kerb. Do we need council permission for this and how long does it usually take?

Thomas · Answer

Hi.  Yes a planning application is required  
And normaly  takes home owner 6 weeks

Steven · Answer

"Hi. Yes a planning application is required and will take a few months

Dale · Answer

Hi, yes you would need planning for this. I would say around a couple of weeks and if other neibours have it you can almost guarantee you will get approved. Thanks

Kieran · Answer

You would need to ask your local council about the curb as they should sort it

Lee · Answer

Yes you will need planning permission for the drop kerb and the council approval.

Blerim · Answer

Yes, in most cases you’ll need approval from your local council or highway authority before a dropped kerb can be installed, as it affects the public highway. The council will assess factors such as visibility, road safety, nearby utilities and available parking. Approval typically takes anywhere from a few weeks to a couple of months, depending on the authority. Once approved, the dropped kerb must usually be installed by the council or one of their approved contractors.

David · Answer

Yes you need to  permission to drop kerb from your local council

Dean · Answer

Hi. Most definitely. If you complete the works without the proper permissions and permits in place  you will be breaking the law. You can apply to your local council for the permit. Costs around £400.00 and can take 6 weeks to obtain. Worth it though as if you do it without permission and are found out  they will make you reinstate it back to the original footpath at your expense.
Thank you.
Dean.
J Ketley Construction Ltd

Carlos · Answer

Yes you need to speak with the council in your area

Mike · Answer

Be in touch with the council and find out the cost of a license to proceed.......then it's down to the amount of kerbs to be removed and replaced....but on a an average driveway with, it could be finished in a day...2 days tops.

Do you need planning permission to drop a kerb for a driveway?

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