Dropped Kerb Guide

Dropped kerbs in Westminster City Council: fee, who builds it and how to apply

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

Homeowner application fee£142Fee shown on Westminster's pages on 4 Oct 2026
Total council fees£142No other council fees published. Building it costs extra.
Who builds itCouncil buildsThe council builds it
Decision timeNot published
Permission valid forNot published

Westminster: Vehicular crossovers, application forms and advice

Who builds dropped kerbs in Westminster?

Westminster assesses your application and, if approved, sends an estimate based on its approved contractors' schedule of rates, including utility alterations, contingencies and a 15% administration fee. Works are programmed once you've paid in full.

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

Homeowner application fee: £142. Application fee including VAT, paid online. It covers the assessment only; building works and traffic management cost extra.

Total council fees: £142 (plus the council's price for building it).

Building it: Westminster 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 Westminster with the calculator

How to apply in Westminster

  1. Read the vehicle crossover guidance notes.
  2. Send the application form and pay the £142 fee online.
  3. Westminster replies within 3 weeks; estimates and any Traffic Regulation Orders take longer.
  4. Pay the estimate in full; works are programmed for completion within six weeks.

How long it takes

Ready to apply in Westminster?

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

Westminster: Vehicular crossovers, application forms and advice Eligibility checker Printable checklist

Nearby councils

Other neighbouring councils we haven't checked yet (links to each council's dropped kerb page where we could find one): Kensington and Chelsea (council website (dropped kerb page not yet checked)).

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Sources (official, checked 4 October 2026)