Dropped kerbs in Bolton Council: fee, who builds it and how to apply
Everything you need to apply for a dropped kerb (vehicle crossing) with Bolton Council, from the council's own website. Last checked 3 October 2026.
Bolton: Dropped kerbs - next steps
Who builds dropped kerbs in Bolton?
All domestic vehicle access crossings are managed and constructed by Bolton Council. You pay in full in advance.
You don't need to find a contractor for the crossing. Bolton builds dropped kerbs itself, so apply to the council and pay its quote. Use our printable checklist and timeline to get your application right first time. You can still choose your own builder for the driveway.
How much does a dropped kerb cost in Bolton?
Homeowner application fee: £47. Non-refundable site inspection fee. If you go ahead with the works, it's deducted from the overall cost.
Total council fees: £47 (plus the council's price for building it).
Building it: Bolton publishes typical costs for a new crossing with no cover alterations: £1301 (5 kerbstones, footway up to 2.5 m) to £1970 (9 kerbstones), or £1560 to £2303 for footways of 2.5 to 3.0 m. Adjusting an Openreach/Virgin box costs £2252.
Estimate your total for Bolton with the calculator
How to apply in Bolton
- Build your driveway first, with a fall of about 1:40 towards the kerb; renters need the landlord's written permission.
- If you might need planning permission (A, B or C road, or works such as paving over a garden), get written confirmation from planning.
- Contact Bolton (streetcare@bolton.gov.uk) to arrange an inspection and pay the £47 fee; Bolton confirms the price.
- Pay in full in advance; work can start up to 12 weeks after cleared payment and usually takes one to three days on site.
How long it takes
- Work can start up to 12 weeks from cleared payment.
- On site, typically one to three days.
Size and siting rules
- Drive at least 4.8 m between the back of the footway and the building.
- Not within a lay-by.
Good to know
- Moving a street lighting column or furniture, where possible, is very costly and at your expense.
Ready to apply in Bolton?
Check your property qualifies and have everything ready, then apply on the council's own website.
Bolton: Dropped kerbs - next steps Eligibility checker Printable checklist
Nearby councils
- Salford City Council: Not published, council's own list only
- Wigan Council: No separate application fee published, council builds
- Lancashire County Council: £290 total council fees, council's own list only
Other neighbouring councils we haven't checked yet (links to each council's dropped kerb page where we could find one): Blackburn with Darwen (council website (dropped kerb page not yet checked)), Bury.