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

Everything you need to apply for a dropped kerb (vehicle crossing) with Leeds City Council, from the council's own website. Last checked 3 October 2026.

Homeowner application fee£55.06Fee shown on Leeds' page on 3 Oct 2026

Total council fees£400.96Application fee plus other published council fees. Building it costs extra.

Who builds itAny qualified contractorYour own qualified contractor

Decision timeNot published

Permission valid forNot published

Request a vehicle crossing site inspection (Leeds)

Who builds dropped kerbs in Leeds?

You arrange your own NRSWA-accredited contractor to quote for and carry out the work at your expense. After a successful inspection, the contractor applies for a Section 171 licence.

How much does a dropped kerb cost in Leeds?

Homeowner application fee: £55.06. Non-refundable site inspection fee. Your contractor then pays £345.90 for a Section 171 licence.

Section 171 licence (paid by your contractor): £345.90

Total council fees: £400.96 (construction not included).

Building it: Leeds says a standard crossing usually costs around £1,500.

Estimate your total for Leeds with the calculator

Contractor requirements in Leeds

NRSWA accreditation
Section 171 licence (£345.90) before excavating

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

How to apply in Leeds

Check you have at least 5 m between the boundary and the property for a hard standing.
Council tenants (and former council properties) get housing office permission first.
Request a site inspection online; an inspector contacts you about the £55.06 fee.
If requirements are met you receive a commencement letter.
Your contractor gets the Section 171 licence and builds the crossing.

Size and siting rules

At least 5 m between the boundary and the property.

Good to know

A/B/C roads or crossings over non-highway land need planning approval.
Moving a street lamp or BT column is a chargeable service by the owner.

Ready to apply in Leeds?

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

Request a vehicle crossing site inspection (Leeds) Eligibility checker Printable checklist

Nearby councils

North Yorkshire Council: £310.20 total council fees, council's own list only
City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council: £120 total council fees, council builds
Sheffield City Council: £220 total council fees, any qualified contractor

Other neighbouring councils we haven't checked yet (official links): Kirklees, Wakefield.

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)