Dropped kerbs in Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council: fee, who builds it and how to apply

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

Homeowner application fee£210Fee shown on Solihull's pages on 4 Oct 2026

Total council fees£210No other council fees published. Building it costs extra.

Who builds itCouncil buildsThe council builds it

Decision timeNot published

Permission valid forNot published

Solihull: Dropped kerb application form

Who builds dropped kerbs in Solihull?

All dropped kerbs in Solihull can only be built by Solihull Council's own highways contractors.

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

Homeowner application fee: £210. Non-refundable administration fee for each application, up to 31 March 2027.

Total council fees: £210 (plus the council's price for building it).

Building it: Charged per square metre, with a minimum charge of £874.35 for a small area of work.

Estimate your total for Solihull with the calculator

How to apply in Solihull

Read Solihull's guidance notes.
Pay the £210 fee online or by phone, then apply online with your receipt number.
Solihull aims to send a quote within 6 weeks of payment.
Pay the balance; work is undertaken within 8 weeks of full payment.

How long it takes

Quote within 6 weeks of the administration fee.
Work within 8 weeks of full payment.

Ready to apply in Solihull?

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

Solihull: Dropped kerb application form Eligibility checker Printable checklist

Nearby councils

Birmingham City Council: £500 total council fees, council builds
Coventry City Council: £275 total council fees, council or your contractor
Warwickshire County Council: £174 total council fees, any qualified contractor
Worcestershire County Council: No application fee published, council builds

Dropped kerb guides

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Sources (official, checked 4 October 2026)