Apply for a scaffolding licence

● apply for a licence to erect a scaffold on an adopted highway

● apply to extend the timescales of an existing scaffolding licence

Application takes around 10-15 minutes

● for a new licence, a plan of the location of proposed scaffolding

● for a new licence, a certificate of public liability insurance (minimum £5 million)

● your existing permit number if you are applying to extend timescales

If your application is successful the Streetworks team will be in touch to arrange payment (preferred method is BACS). The fee for a new licence is £92 for two weeks or part thereof and for an extension to an existing licence, the fee is £65.

Applications for planned works should be received 10 working days before the scaffolding is required in order to allow for inspection and consultation with relevant agencies. If works are required more urgently, please complete this application as soon as possible.

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