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If you want to install a dropped kerb, you’ll need to apply for the dropped kerb first.
Find out what you need to include with your application by downloading our vehicle crossover policy, checklist and application form, or visiting the national planning portal.
After you’ve applied for a dropped kerb, you'll also need to apply for planning permission if you want to construct the dropped kerb within:
Or if your property:
Find out if you need planning permission
You will need to include drawings that show:
You’ll need to complete the ‘householder’ form on the planning portal.
Find out how much it will cost on the planning portal.
Consider using the planning pre-application advice service, where you can talk to a planner and get advice about your project.
Once you’ve submitted a planning application, you’ll need to wait for us to make a decision.. It usually takes:
Learn what happens after you’ve submitted your application.
Work to construct your dropped kerb is different depending on where you live.
If you live in a conservation area or on a classified road, you’ll need to:
Once you have approval from both teams, our Highways team will handle the construction of the dropped kerb.
You don’t need to apply for a dropped kerb, you’ll only need planning permission. If you live on a private road, you must agree on and appoint a contractor. All construction costs will need to be covered by you.
You don’t need to apply for a dropped kerb, but you’ll need planning permission.
Once you have planning permission, you’ll need to speak to TfL to arrange construction.
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