You will require our permission for works connected with digging into a public road. You also need a licence to inspect, adjust, maintain, repair, renew, move, alter or remove apparatus on or in the highway.
Non-statutory undertakers are required to complete a Section 50 Street Works licence application before any works are allowed to commence.
You could be fined up to £5,000 if you fail to obtain or break the conditions of a licence.
You can do emergency work without a licence, but you must tell us within two hours of starting work.
Our current charges and fees
These prices are valid until 31 March 2025
(Valid for agreed works duration)
- SA01 TYPE 1 Works undertaken on the public highway not involving the installation of apparatus under the highway, i.e. construction of a new vehicular crossing or minor alterations to the fabric of the highway. £565
- SA02 TYPE 2 Works undertaken on the public highway that involves the installation of underground apparatus i.e. sewer connections, multi-utility works etc. £810
- SA03 TYPE 3 Works undertaken to install / erect structures on the public highway, i.e. telecommunication masts or similar structures £2,424
- SA04 TYPE 4 Installation of traffic management arrangements on the public highway to facilitate works off the highway. No excavation works. £201
Further Information
If you need any more information or advice, or help in completing your application please contact us.