You need a licence if you want to operate a mobile elevated work platform (MEWP) on or over a public highway. A licence covers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You can apply for multiple locations within a single application, provided the sites are on adjoining streets. Applications covering extensive areas may incur an additional fee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you require traffic management, we will collect this as part of this application. If you require a road closure, a road closure application must also be submitted<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you need to use part of the highway for another reason, such as storing materials, you will need to apply for a licence<\/a> to carry out minor work on the highway<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A licence costs \u00a3215.00. Application fees are exempt from VAT.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Licences are issued for the duration of the works. If you need to extend the dates or make any amendments to your application an additional charge of \u00a3100.00 will apply.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In some cases, a highway officer may need to carry out a site visit. If a site visit is required, this will incur an additional charge of \u00a3103.95.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Please ensure that you apply for the correct licence and that the location is on highway maintained at public expense<\/a>. Incorrect applications may be subject to an administrative fee. Refunds may be issued in line with our refund guidance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n We need a minimum of 20 days notice to process the application. In emergency situations, it’s possible for us to grant a licence with less than 20 days notice – but this would be at an increased cost of \u00a3322.50.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Contractors can use this service to apply and pay for a licence.<\/p>\n\n\n\nCost<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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