Dropped kerbs in Blackpool Council: fee, who builds it and how to apply

Everything you need to apply for a dropped kerb (vehicle crossing) with Blackpool Council, from the council's own website. Last checked 4 October 2026.

Blackpool: Request a dropped kerb or H marking

Who builds dropped kerbs in Blackpool?

Crossings can be installed by Blackpool Council or by a contractor approved by the council, with public liability insurance of up to £10 million and valid street works accreditation. If you use an approved contractor, a supervision fee applies.

How much does a dropped kerb cost in Blackpool?

Homeowner application fee: £115 (with an approved contractor). Application fee for a site visit by a council highways surveyor, who works out the highway works needed and the likely cost. Your application isn't considered until it's paid.

Supervision fee if an approved contractor does the work (domestic): £190

Total council fees: £305 (construction not included).

If Blackpool builds it: £115 application fee, then the council's quote.

Building it: Blackpool says construction of a single-width dropped crossing will typically cost more than £1,000. An optional H-bar marking costs £180 (up to 4.5 m, then £2.50 per extra metre).

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Contractor requirements in Blackpool

• Approved by Blackpool Council
• Public liability insurance of £10 million (Blackpool's minimum)
• Up-to-date, valid street works accreditation

How to check street works cards and insurance before you hire: our guide to dropped kerb contractors.

How to apply in Blackpool

1. Email highwaysandtraffic@blackpool.gov.uk for an application form and return it to the same address.
2. Pay the £115 application fee by phone; the application isn't considered until it's paid.
3. The highways team tells the planning team; you'll be told if you need planning permission (a separate application and fee).
4. If approved, you're told in writing and receive the council's price for doing the work. Pay it to proceed; work is scheduled within up to 6 weeks.
5. Or your approved contractor completes the contractor forms, sends proof of £10 million public liability insurance and pays the £190 supervision fee (£255 commercial).

How long it takes

• Council works can take up to 6 weeks to be carried out after payment.

Size and siting rules

• Unclassified roads: parking area at least 4.8 m deep (6 m in front of a garage door) and 2.4 m wide.
• Crossings must not need removal or relocation of council trees, verges, lighting columns, street furniture or bus stops.
• Applications needing changes to Traffic Regulation Orders can't be approved.

Good to know

• Any wall must be removed before the council's work can start.

Nearby councils

• Lancashire County Council: £290 total council fees, council's own list only
• Sefton Council: £199 total council fees, council builds
• Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council: £250 total council fees, not stated: ask

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