Dropped Kerb Guide

Dropped kerbs in Wrexham County Borough Council: fee, who builds it and how to apply

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

Homeowner application fee£210Fee shown on Wrexham's pages on 4 Oct 2026
Total council fees£478Application fee plus other published council fees. Building it costs extra.
Who builds itAny qualified contractorYour own qualified contractor
Decision timeNot published
Permission valid for5 years from approval

Wrexham: Vehicular crossings/dropped kerbs (Section 184)

Who builds dropped kerbs in Wrexham?

In Wrexham you need permission for a vehicular crossing (a Section 184 agreement) and, when you're ready to build, consent to excavate the highway through a Section 171 licence for your suitably qualified contractor.

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 Wrexham's planning team.

How much does a dropped kerb cost in Wrexham?

Homeowner application fee: £210. Vehicular crossing application fee, paid by an emailed link once your request is approved.

Section 171 road opening licence: £268

Total council fees: £478 (construction not included).

Building it: Wrexham 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 Wrexham with the calculator

Contractor requirements in Wrexham

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

How to apply in Wrexham

  1. On an A, B or C road you need planning permission first; unclassified roads don't.
  2. Tenants need the landlord's written approval.
  3. Email Traffic@wrexham.gov.uk to apply; once approved, pay the £210 fee.
  4. Build within 5 years of approval, with a Section 171 licence (£268) for the excavation.

Ready to apply in Wrexham?

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

Wrexham: Vehicular crossings/dropped kerbs (Section 184) Eligibility checker Printable checklist

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Sources (official, checked 4 October 2026)