Dropped kerbs in Devon County Council: fee, who builds it and how to apply
Everything you need to apply for a dropped kerb (vehicle crossing) with Devon County Council, from the council's own website. Last checked 3 October 2026.
Dropped kerb application for contractors (Devon)
Check you have the right council. Devon County Council doesn't cover every address in the area. These neighbouring places have their own highway authority, with different fees and rules: Plymouth City Council; Torbay (Torbay Council, not yet checked by us). Check your postcode.
Who builds dropped kerbs in Devon?
You appoint a contractor and they apply to Devon for the licence on your behalf. Devon suggests the Buy with Confidence scheme if you're unsure who to use, and carries out random inspections.
How much does a dropped kerb cost in Devon?
Homeowner application fee: £568 (licence applied for by your contractor on your behalf). Licence fee. Your contractor applies for the licence on your behalf.
Total council fees: £568 (construction not included).
Building it: Devon says the work will probably cost somewhere between £1,500 and £3,000, more if obstructions or restrictions need moving.
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Contractor requirements in Devon
- Applies for the licence on your behalf
How to check street works cards and insurance before you hire: our guide to dropped kerb contractors.
How to apply in Devon
- Work through Devon's pre-application checklist (space, restrictions, obstacles, utilities, trees, junction distance, visibility).
- Check planning permission with your district, city or borough council.
- Appoint a contractor, who applies for the £568 licence.
- The contractor builds the crossing; Devon may inspect during and after.
How long it takes
- After construction there is a 2-year maintenance period for which you're liable.
Size and siting rules
- Clear parking area at least 5 m deep and 2.7 m wide.
- At least 15 m from an A, B or C road junction, or 10 m from a minor road.
- Only one vehicle crossing per home.
Good to know
- Moving parking restrictions can cost £3,000 and cause long delays; moving obstacles such as signs or streetlights can cost up to £3,000.
Ready to apply in Devon?
Check your property qualifies and have everything ready, then apply on the council's own website.
Dropped kerb application for contractors (Devon) Eligibility checker Printable checklist
Nearby councils
- Plymouth City Council: £232 + an unpublished fee total council fees, any qualified contractor
- Cornwall Council: £438 total council fees, any qualified contractor
- Somerset Council: £388.30 total council fees, any qualified contractor
Other neighbouring councils we haven't checked yet (official links): Torbay, Dorset.
Dropped kerb guides
Sources (official, checked 3 October 2026)