Dropped kerbs in Monmouthshire County Council: fee, who builds it and how to apply
Everything you need to apply for a dropped kerb (vehicle crossing) with Monmouthshire County Council, from the council's own website. Last checked 4 October 2026.
Who builds dropped kerbs in Monmouthshire?
In Monmouthshire you must use an approved contractor: one with Streetworks accreditation under the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991 and at least £5 million public liability insurance. The council publishes a non-exhaustive list of local contractors, but it's up to you to check your contractor is approved.
Wales has its own planning rules. Vehicle crossings in Wales come under section 184 of the Highways Act 1980, as in England, but permitted development rights are set by the Welsh Government, so England's planning guidance doesn't apply. See the Welsh Government's householder permitted development technical guide (PDF) or ask Monmouthshire's planning team.
How much does a dropped kerb cost in Monmouthshire?
Homeowner application fee: £168. Covers administration and inspection of the vehicle crossing. Paid with the final application once your preliminary application is approved.
Total council fees: £168 (construction not included).
Building it: Monmouthshire 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 Monmouthshire with the calculator
Contractor requirements in Monmouthshire
- Streetworks accreditation (New Roads and Street Works Act 1991)
- At least £5 million public liability insurance
- 12-month maintenance period after completion
How to check street works cards and insurance before you hire: our guide to dropped kerb contractors.
How to apply in Monmouthshire
- You usually need planning permission for an access onto a classified road or if it isn't permitted development.
- Email the preliminary application form with a dimensioned sketch to highdev@monmouthshire.gov.uk (or apply online).
- If approved, you and your contractor complete the final application with insurance documents, the £168 fee and a start date.
- Give 14 days' notice before work starts; the council inspects during construction.
How long it takes
- 14 days' notice before work starts.
Size and siting rules
- At least 5 metres of usable parking length between the back of the footway and the building.
Ready to apply in Monmouthshire?
Check your property qualifies and have everything ready, then apply on the council's own website.
Monmouthshire: Dropped kerbs Eligibility checker Printable checklist
Nearby councils
- Herefordshire Council: £266 total council fees, council or your contractor
- Gloucestershire County Council: £310 total council fees, any qualified contractor
- Torfaen County Borough Council: No charge to apply, council's own list only
- Newport City Council: £100 total council fees, council builds
- Powys County Council: Not published, not stated: ask
Other neighbouring councils we haven't checked yet (links to each council's dropped kerb page where we could find one): Blaenau Gwent (council website (dropped kerb page not yet checked)).
Dropped kerb guides
Sources (official, checked 4 October 2026)