Costs and Planning
How to Apply for a Dropped Kerb in London
Applying for a dropped kerb is a process with several steps, and every council runs it slightly differently. Here is the general route.
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Check your road
Most roads are managed by the borough. Red routes and some main roads are managed by Transport for London, which has its own process.
Make the application
Most boroughs have an online form. You will need your address, a plan or photos of the front garden and, in some cases, a fee. Fees and requirements vary between councils.
Site assessment
The council inspects the location for street trees, lamp columns, visibility, junctions, parking bays and the size of the frontage.
Planning and the driveway
Your driveway surface still needs to follow the front garden rules. See planning permission for a driveway.
The work
Once approved, the crossing is built by a council-approved contractor. We help you through the process and can arrange the work, then lay the driveway to match. See dropped kerbs.
Related paving services
Dropped Kerbs
Guidance and build for a vehicle crossover so you can legally drive onto your new driveway.
Driveway Installation
New driveways in resin, tarmac, block paving, gravel or concrete, built on a proper base with drainage planned in.
Kerbing and Edging
Concrete, granite and block kerbs and edging that hold a driveway or patio firmly in shape.
Permeable Paving
Driveways and paths built to let rainwater drain through, helping you meet front garden drainage rules.
How to Apply for a Dropped Kerb in London: FAQs
How long does approval take?
It varies by council, from weeks to a few months. Ask your borough for current timescales.
Can I build the driveway first?
You can prepare it, but you cannot legally use it until the crossing is approved and built.
What if I am refused?
Ask the council for the reasons. Sometimes a changed layout or a smaller crossing helps.
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