Dropped kerbs in Luton Borough Council: fee, who builds it and how to apply
Everything you need to apply for a dropped kerb (vehicle crossing) with Luton Borough Council, from the council's own website. Last checked 4 October 2026.
Luton: Dropped kerbs and vehicle crossovers
Who builds dropped kerbs in Luton?
Luton's appointed contractor (Volker Highways) builds the crossover. If your application is approved, you're emailed a written quotation with the total cost.
You don't need to find a contractor for the crossing. Luton 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 Luton?
Homeowner application fee: £175. Non-refundable application fee, covering the site visit and administration.
Total council fees: £175 (plus the council's price for building it).
Building it: Luton 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 Luton with the calculator
How to apply in Luton
- Check whether you need planning permission (frontage on a classified road, or a new hard standing larger than 5 square metres).
- Apply online and pay the £175 fee.
- If approved, you get a written quotation by email; pay it to have the crossover built.
Size and siting rules
- Standard single crossing 4.5 metres wide at the kerbline (up to 7.2 metres in some cases).
- Parking area at least 4.9 metres long by 2.4 metres wide.
- Built in tarmac for the full width of the footpath.
Ready to apply in Luton?
Check your property qualifies and have everything ready, then apply on the council's own website.
Luton: Dropped kerbs and vehicle crossovers Eligibility checker Printable checklist
Nearby councils
- Central Bedfordshire Council: £156 total council fees, council builds
- Hertfordshire County Council: £139 total council fees, council builds
- Buckinghamshire Council: £520.38 total council fees, any qualified contractor