Dropped kerbs in Surrey County Council: fee, who builds it and how to apply
Everything you need to apply for a dropped kerb (vehicle crossing) with Surrey County Council, from the council's own website. Last checked 3 October 2026.
Surrey: Vehicle crossovers (apply online, Stage 1)
Who builds dropped kerbs in Surrey?
You must use one of Surrey's approved contractors. They are chosen through a formal procurement process, which gives a contractual framework. You can't use your own builder for the crossing.
How much does a dropped kerb cost in Surrey?
Homeowner application fee: £383. Non-refundable Stage 1 application fee. Covers the site assessment, marking out, utility searches, managing the works and the final inspection. A re-mark costs £116.
Total council fees: £383 (construction not included).
Building it: Surrey says building costs average roughly £1,800, depending on the work and the contractor.
Estimate your total for Surrey with the calculator
Contractor requirements in Surrey
- Must be one of Surrey County Council's procured approved contractors
How to check street works cards and insurance before you hire: our guide to dropped kerb contractors.
How to apply in Surrey
- Ask your district or borough council whether you need planning permission (Surrey needs the approval or written confirmation; this can take up to 6 weeks).
- Read Surrey's householder guidance and check the essential criteria.
- Apply online (Stage 1) and pay £383.
- A Highways Customer Officer assesses and marks out the crossing within 20 working days.
- Choose one of the approved contractors; they must finish within the 6-month licence.
How long it takes
- Assessment and mark-out within 20 working days of the application.
- The licence is valid for 6 months.
Good to know
- Surrey's Lane Rental scheme can add up to £1,500 a day on its busiest roads at peak times; most residential roads are not affected.
- Owning an electric vehicle does not change the criteria.
Ready to apply in Surrey?
Check your property qualifies and have everything ready, then apply on the council's own website.
Surrey: Vehicle crossovers (apply online, Stage 1) Eligibility checker Printable checklist
Nearby councils
- Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames: £183.86 total council fees, council builds
- Hampshire County Council: £211.90 total council fees, any qualified contractor
- Kent County Council: £500 total council fees, any qualified contractor
- West Sussex County Council: £524 total council fees, any qualified contractor
Other neighbouring councils we haven't checked yet (official links): Bracknell Forest, Slough, Windsor and Maidenhead, Bromley, Croydon, Hillingdon.
Dropped kerb guides
Sources (official, checked 3 October 2026)