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Apply for a scaffolding licence

You’ll need a licence if you want to put up scaffolding on the public highway.

You must be a registered scaffolding company to apply for a licence.

If you're unsure if the street is maintained by the council, you can check the list of streets we maintain.

How to apply

You can apply online to purchase a scaffolding licence, it costs £383.60.

You'll need:

a copy of your public liability insurance certificate for £10 million
clear photograph or map of the location
a copy of your CRSIS qualification or equivalent
a copy of the New Roads and Street Works Act accreditation (operative and supervisor)
a precise description of the site where you intend to place the scaffolding
type of structure and dimension details
intended start and end date

Licences are valid for 28 days.

Apply now

You can renew a scaffolding licence online, it costs £65.80.

If you’ve already put up scaffolding, you can apply for a retrospective scaffolding licence.

A retrospective scaffolding licence costs £740.60.

If you need any help with your application, email [email protected]