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

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

Apply for a dropped kerb (Leicester City Council)

Who builds dropped kerbs in Leicester?

Leicester City Council does not construct dropped kerbs. You hire a contractor, and the council must approve that contractor for your job before any work begins.

How much does a dropped kerb cost in Leicester?

Homeowner application fee: £50. £50 non-refundable application fee, plus a second non-refundable £100 payment if approved.

Second payment if your application is approved: £100

Total council fees: £150 (construction not included).

Building it: Leicester 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 Leicester with the calculator

Contractor requirements in Leicester

• Accepted by Leicester City Council for your job before work begins

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

How to apply in Leicester

1. Check the driveway size and refusal reasons.
2. Apply online with a marked photo, a measured drawing and any planning consent; pay £50.
3. Processing currently takes 12 weeks.
4. If approved, complete stage 2 and pay £100; you get a permit to construct.
5. Once your contractor is accepted, complete the work within 6 months.

How long it takes

• Current processing time: 12 weeks.
• 6 months to complete once your contractor is accepted.

Size and siting rules

• Driveway at least 4 m deep and 2.4 m wide for a standard 3 m dropped kerb, at 90° to the road.
• May be refused within 15 m of a junction, on a bend, for a second crossing or with a mature tree outside.

Good to know

• You maintain the crossing for 24 months after it's finished.
• Leicestershire (outside the city) is a separate council.

Nearby councils

• Leicestershire County Council: £540 total council fees, council or your contractor
• Nottingham City Council: £170 total council fees, any qualified contractor
• Coventry City Council: £275 total council fees, council or your contractor

Dropped kerb guides

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