Dropped Kerb Guide

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

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

Homeowner application fee£138.85Fee shown on Inverclyde's pages on 4 Oct 2026
Total council fees£235.80Application fee plus other published council fees. Building it costs extra.
Who builds itCouncil or your contractorCouncil or your own qualified contractor
Decision timeNot published
Permission valid forNot published

Inverclyde: Do I require permission to lower the road kerb at my new driveway?

Who builds dropped kerbs in Inverclyde?

You need Inverclyde Council's permission to lower the kerb at a new driveway: write to the Head of Roads & Transportation. Inverclyde's 2026/27 fees list both a council footway crossover price and an inspection fee where an external contractor does the work.

Scotland has its own rules. Under section 56 of the Roads (Scotland) Act 1984, no works can be carried out in a public road without the roads authority's written consent, so Inverclyde gives permission as the roads authority (often called a road opening permit or dropped kerb permit). England's Highways Act and planning rules don't apply in Scotland: ask Inverclyde's planning team whether your driveway or access needs planning permission.

How much does a dropped kerb cost in Inverclyde?

Homeowner application fee: £138.85. Footway Crossover Permit, from Inverclyde's fees and charges 2026/27.

Inspection when an external contractor builds it (incl VAT): £96.95

Total council fees: £235.80 (construction not included).

Building it: Inverclyde's 2026/27 fees list a footway crossover at £1,074.25 including VAT.

Estimate your total for Inverclyde with the calculator

Contractor requirements in Inverclyde

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

How to apply in Inverclyde

  1. Write to Head of Roads & Transportation, Vehicle Maintenance Facility, 8 Pottery Street, Greenock PA15 2UH.
  2. Check whether you also need planning permission.

Ready to apply in Inverclyde?

Check your property qualifies and have everything ready, then apply on the council's own website.

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Sources (official, checked 4 October 2026)