Dropped Kerbs IN Tunbridge Wells, Oxted and the Surrounding Areas

What is a Dropped Kerb?

A dropped kerb is a lower section of kerb that is level, or almost level, with the road. This makes it easier for vehicles to access properties without risking damage; a dropped kerb is sometimes called a vehicle crossover. Dropped kerb installation can also improve accessibility for wheelchairs, mobility aids and pushchairs, and provide greater safety for pedestrians when stepping on or off the pavement, such as at crossings. Additionally, kerb lowering involves strengthening the pavement between the road and the driveway to prevent vehicles from damaging it.

You might require a dropped kerb to improve access to a driveway, car park, commercial property or construction site.

Planning Permission for Kerb Lowering

You will likely need permission for a dropped kerb if it falls on a public highway. This involves submitting an application to the local council. They will assess if a dropped kerb can be installed without impacting the public highway and the safety of motorists and pedestrians. You must also pay an application fee.

If you install a dropped kerb illegally, that is, without permission, you may be faced with a fine and the cost of having to reverse the work.

We recommend contacting a professional groundworks contractor with experience in dropped kerbs, such as SG Contractors Ltd, to avoid any issues. We cover Tonbridge, Tunbridge Wells, Sevenoaks, Oxted, Edenbridge and the surrounding areas.