Dropped kerbs in Brighton & Hove City Council: fee, who builds it and how to apply
Everything you need to apply for a dropped kerb (vehicle crossing) with Brighton & Hove City Council, from the council's own website. Last checked 3 October 2026.
Apply for a vehicle crossover (Brighton & Hove)
Check you have the right council. Brighton & Hove City Council doesn't cover every address in the area. These neighbouring places have their own highway authority, with different fees and rules: East Sussex County Council. Check your postcode.
Who builds dropped kerbs in Brighton and Hove?
The council doesn't install crossovers. The work is done at the property owner's expense by a contractor you employ, who applies for the licence to build the crossover once permission is granted.
How much does a dropped kerb cost in Brighton and Hove?
Homeowner application fee: £182.60. Two-stage process: £182.60 stage 1 fee when you apply, then £545.60 stage 2 fee if permission is granted. Both are non-refundable and rise every 1 April.
Stage 2 fee (if permission is granted): £545.60
Total council fees: £728.20 (construction not included).
Building it: Brighton and Hove 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 Brighton and Hove with the calculator
Contractor requirements in Brighton and Hove
- New Roads and Street Works Act accreditation at both Operative and Supervisor levels
- Public liability insurance of at least £10 million
- Holds all utility plant records before starting
How to check street works cards and insurance before you hire: our guide to dropped kerb contractors.
How to apply in Brighton and Hove
- Read the driveways and dropped kerbs guidance and check whether you also need planning permission (a separate application taking at least 6 weeks).
- Apply online for permission and pay the £182.60 stage 1 fee.
- An officer visits; the council aims to decide about 6 to 8 weeks after receiving your completed application and payment.
- If permission is granted, pay the £545.60 stage 2 fee; your contractor applies for the licence and checks for utility equipment.
- Work starts only once the licence is issued; the site must be maintained for 2 years after completion.
How long it takes
- Decision approximately 6 to 8 weeks after your completed application and payment.
Size and siting rules
- Hardstanding at least 4.5 m long at right angles to the road (or your car's length if longer) and 2.75 m wide.
- Crossover 2.75 m plus tapered kerbs; maximum 5.5 m.
- At least 10 m from any junction.
- Maximum gradient 1:12 (8%).
Good to know
- Heritage cast streetlight columns can't be moved: a crossover that needs one moved will be refused.
Ready to apply in Brighton and Hove?
Check your property qualifies and have everything ready, then apply on the council's own website.
Apply for a vehicle crossover (Brighton & Hove) Eligibility checker Printable checklist
Nearby councils
- East Sussex County Council: £412 total council fees, council's own list only
- West Sussex County Council: £524 total council fees, any qualified contractor
- Surrey County Council: £383 total council fees, council's own list only