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Apply for a dropped kerb on a council or private owned property

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  1. What is a dropped kerb
  2. Eligibility criteria and requirements
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  4. Qualified contactors
  5. You are here: Apply for a dropped kerb

Apply for a dropped kerb

To apply for a dropped kerb please download and complete the below form:

Apply for a dropped kerb on a private or council owned property

Why your application may be refused

Before proceeding with your application to form a dropped kerb / vehicle access crossing at your property, please read the following information on why an application could be refused;

  • There is a well established tree to the front of your property
  • There is not sufficient width to the side of a lighting column to allow a dropped kerb (1 metre either side)
  • There is not sufficient width to the side of a telecoms pole or cabinet to allow a dropped kerb (1 metre either side)
  • You do not have a suitably surfaced hardstanding or driveway at your property*
  • Your parking area is less than our minimum requirement of 2.5m by 5m

*Suitably surfaced refers to a driveway constructed with tarmac, concrete or blocked paving, or a stoned surface with 1m of hard surface directly adjacent to the footway.

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