Dropped Kerb Guide

Dropped kerbs in Vale of Glamorgan Council: fee, who builds it and how to apply

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

Homeowner application fee£280Fee shown on Vale of Glamorgan's pages on 4 Oct 2026
Total council fees£280No other council fees published. Building it costs extra.
Who builds itNot stated: askNot stated on the council's website: ask the council
Decision timeNot published
Permission valid forNot published

Vale of Glamorgan: Vehicle crossovers

Who builds dropped kerbs in Vale of Glamorgan?

The Vale of Glamorgan controls vehicle crossings under Section 184 of the Highways Act 1980 and charges £280 for a new or widened crossover. Its page also links to an application for approval to break into the public highway, but doesn't say who builds the crossing: ask networkmanagement@valeofglamorgan.gov.uk.

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 Vale of Glamorgan's planning team.

Who builds it isn't stated. Vale of Glamorgan's website doesn't say whether the council builds the crossing or you hire a contractor. Ask the council before you pay anyone, and check any contractor's street works qualifications and insurance.

How much does a dropped kerb cost in Vale of Glamorgan?

Homeowner application fee: £280. Fee for a new crossover or to widen an existing one.

Total council fees: £280 (construction not included).

Building it: Vale of Glamorgan 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 Vale of Glamorgan with the calculator

Contractor requirements in Vale of Glamorgan

How to check street works cards and insurance before you hire: our guide to dropped kerb contractors.

How to apply in Vale of Glamorgan

  1. On a classified road or in a conservation area you need planning consent.
  2. Apply to the council (£280), and ask networkmanagement@valeofglamorgan.gov.uk about building the crossing.

Ready to apply in Vale of Glamorgan?

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

Vale of Glamorgan: Vehicle crossovers Eligibility checker Printable checklist

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Sources (official, checked 4 October 2026)