Dropped kerbs in South Gloucestershire Council: fee, who builds it and how to apply
Everything you need to apply for a dropped kerb (vehicle crossing) with South Gloucestershire Council, from the council's own website. Last checked 3 October 2026.
South Gloucestershire: Request a dropped kerb for a driveway
Who builds dropped kerbs in South Gloucestershire?
South Gloucestershire doesn't install dropped kerbs. The works may be done by a contractor of your choice, but only contractors accredited under the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991 can install them, following the council's specification.
How much does a dropped kerb cost in South Gloucestershire?
Homeowner application fee: £96.90. £96.90 for the initial site visit when you register your request, then £193.50 for the specification of works and consents if the inspector agrees.
Specification of works and consents fee (if the inspector agrees): £193.50
Total council fees: £290.40 (construction not included).
Building it: South Gloucestershire 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 South Gloucestershire with the calculator
Contractor requirements in South Gloucestershire
- Accredited under the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991
- Works to South Gloucestershire's specification
How to check street works cards and insurance before you hire: our guide to dropped kerb contractors.
How to apply in South Gloucestershire
- Read the dropped kerb guidance and check whether you need planning permission (classified roads such as the A420 or B3036, level changes, impermeable driveways over 5 square metres, listed buildings, conservation areas, anything other than a single house).
- Register your request with the council by phone or at a One Stop Shop and pay the £96.90 initial inspection fee.
- An area inspector assesses; if agreed, a second letter asks for the £193.50 fee (pay within 12 months).
- Utility searches follow (companies can take up to 4 weeks); you then get the replies and can appoint a contractor.
- Work must be done within 12 months of the specification letter; the inspector checks it, then a 24-month maintenance period applies.
How long it takes
- Utility companies can take up to 4 weeks to reply.
- Pay the second fee within 12 months, and complete the work within 12 months of the specification letter, or the application lapses.
- 24-month maintenance period after completion.
Size and siting rules
- Parking space at least 2.4 m wide and 4.8 m deep.
- Not within 10 m of a junction on an unclassified road, or 15 m on a classified road.
- Refused if there's a tree on the pavement in front of your property.
Good to know
- If your property already meets modern parking standards, your application is unlikely to succeed.
- Moving street lighting or utility equipment is at your cost.
Ready to apply in South Gloucestershire?
Check your property qualifies and have everything ready, then apply on the council's own website.
South Gloucestershire: Request a dropped kerb for a driveway Eligibility checker Printable checklist
Nearby councils
- Bristol City Council: £357 total council fees, any qualified contractor
- Gloucestershire County Council: £310 total council fees, any qualified contractor
- Somerset Council: £388.30 total council fees, any qualified contractor
Other neighbouring councils we haven't checked yet (links to each council's dropped kerb page where we could find one): Bath and North East Somerset, Wiltshire (council website (dropped kerb page not yet checked)).
Dropped kerb guides
Sources (official, checked 3 October 2026)