Dropped kerbs in Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames: fee, who builds it and how to apply

Everything you need to apply for a dropped kerb (vehicle crossing) with Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames, from the council's own website. Last checked 3 October 2026.

Homeowner application fee£183.86Fee shown on Kingston's page on 3 Oct 2026

Total council fees£183.86No other council fees published. Building it costs extra.

Who builds itCouncil buildsThe council builds it

Decision timeNot published

Permission valid for3 years

Apply for a dropped kerb (Kingston)

Who builds dropped kerbs in Kingston upon Thames?

Only the council can drop kerbs. Its own suppliers do the construction and you cannot use your own contractors.

You don't need to find a contractor for the crossing. Kingston upon Thames 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 Kingston upon Thames?

Homeowner application fee: £183.86. Inspection fee, not refunded if the application is rejected (refundable to Blue Badge holders if refused).

Total council fees: £183.86 (plus the council's price for building it).

Building it: Kingston says the maximum 4 m dropped kerb costs about £1,800; costs vary with the footway and materials.

Estimate your total for Kingston upon Thames with the calculator

How to apply in Kingston upon Thames

Check the vehicle crossover policy and whether you need planning permission.
Apply online and pay £183.86.
An inspector visits and approves or rejects.
If approved, pay the construction cost; Kingston aims to finish within 8 weeks.

How long it takes

Construction aim: within 8 weeks of payment.
Approval is valid for 3 years.

Size and siting rules

Parking at least 4.8 m long and 2.7 m wide.
Maximum width 4 m.

Good to know

Blue Badge holders can claim £100 off the construction cost.
On a private road you only need planning permission and you appoint your own contractor.

Ready to apply in Kingston upon Thames?

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

Apply for a dropped kerb (Kingston) Eligibility checker Printable checklist

Nearby councils

Surrey County Council: £383 total council fees, council's own list only
Thurrock Council: £375 total council fees, council builds
Hertfordshire County Council: £139 total council fees, council builds

Other neighbouring councils we haven't checked yet (official links): Merton, Richmond upon Thames, Sutton, Wandsworth.

Dropped kerb guides

Dropped kerb cost
Council fees compared, plus a cost calculator How to apply, step by step
Documents, timescales and refusals Do you need planning permission?
A quick decision flow for England Rules and sizes
Depth, junctions, trees and width

Sources (official, checked 3 October 2026)