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Scaffolding Licence

You need permission from us to place any scaffolding (including temporary scaffold towers) on any part of the highway. A highway includes not only the road but also footways and verges.

Permission is valid for the duration of the works.

Are there any rules?

  • If pedestrian access through the scaffold is not possible then a temporary footway must be provided, including traffic warning measures
  • If a drop body is to be used then you must apply for a skip licence

Please refer to the terms and conditions for further information.  If you have any further queries please contact us.

Cost

It costs £48.00 to get permission.  This fee covers the initial consent and one month's permission to place on the highway. Subsequent months will be charged at £27.00 per month or part thereof.

Apply for permission

It is the responsibility of the Scaffolding Company to apply for permission.  In order to do this the company must be registered with us.  The Registration form can be downloaded and printed from this page.

The application form should be completed and returned with your payment to the contact details as shown.

Allow at least two working days for permission to be granted.

 

Contact

Highway Licensing Officer
Network Management
9 St Leonards Place, York YO1 7ET
tel: (01904) 551418
fax: (01904) 551412
email: highway.liaison
@york.gov.uk