Dropped Kerb Guide

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

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

Homeowner application feeNot publishedNo application fee published on Lewisham's pages on 4 Oct 2026
Total council feesNot publishedNo other council fees published. Building it costs extra.
Who builds itCouncil buildsThe council builds it
Decision timeNot published
Permission valid forNot published

Lewisham: Crossovers, dropped kerbs and white lines

Who builds dropped kerbs in Lewisham?

Crossovers must be built by Lewisham's highway maintenance contractor, to the council's specification. Lewisham sends an estimate (priced per square metre) within five working weeks.

You don't need to find a contractor for the crossing. Lewisham 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 Lewisham?

Homeowner application fee: Not published. Lewisham takes an application fee by phone after you send the form, but doesn't publish the amount.

Building it: Lewisham's application form gives an average installation cost of £1850 for a standard 4.5m crossover; an extra £337 applies in a Controlled Parking Zone.

Estimate your total for Lewisham with the calculator

How to apply in Lewisham

  1. Send the vehicle crossover application form; the admin team phones to take the application fee.
  2. Lewisham sends an estimate within five working weeks.
  3. Pay, and the works are normally done within eight weeks.

How long it takes

Ready to apply in Lewisham?

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

Lewisham: Crossovers, dropped kerbs and white lines Eligibility checker Printable checklist

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Sources (official, checked 4 October 2026)