Dropped kerbs in Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council: fee, who builds it and how to apply
Everything you need to apply for a dropped kerb (vehicle crossing) with Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council, from the council's own website. Last checked 4 October 2026.
Blackburn with Darwen: Dropped kerb
Who builds dropped kerbs in Blackburn with Darwen?
An officer assesses your site after you pay the assessment fee and tells you if it's approved. Blackburn with Darwen's page doesn't say who builds the crossing; it says the price of construction varies with the kerb.
Who builds it isn't stated. Blackburn with Darwen's website doesn't say whether the council builds the crossing or you hire a contractor. Ask the council before you pay anyone, and check any contractor's street works qualifications and insurance.
How much does a dropped kerb cost in Blackburn with Darwen?
Homeowner application fee: £250. Application assessment fee, paid when you apply; the officer only assesses once you've paid.
Total council fees: £250 (construction not included).
Building it: Blackburn with Darwen doesn't publish a typical construction price. Councils that do publish prices quote roughly £1,000 to £3,500 for a standard crossing.
Estimate your total for Blackburn with Darwen with the calculator
Contractor requirements in Blackburn with Darwen
- Not stated on the council's page: ask when you apply
How to check street works cards and insurance before you hire: our guide to dropped kerb contractors.
How to apply in Blackburn with Darwen
- Check you have a 5.5 metre driveway and planning consent if you're on a classified road.
- Apply and pay the £250 assessment fee.
- An officer assesses the site and tells you the outcome; the whole process usually takes around 6 to 8 weeks.
How long it takes
- Usually around 6 to 8 weeks in total.
Size and siting rules
- Driveway at least 5.5 metres deep between your property wall and the back of the footway.
Ready to apply in Blackburn with Darwen?
Check your property qualifies and have everything ready, then apply on the council's own website.
Blackburn with Darwen: Dropped kerb Eligibility checker Printable checklist
Nearby councils
- Bolton Council: £47 total council fees, council builds
- Bury Council: £85 total council fees, council builds
- Lancashire County Council: £290 total council fees, council's own list only
Dropped kerb guides
Sources (official, checked 4 October 2026)