Erect scaffolding or hoarding on the highway

The term 'highway' includes roads, pavements and verges.

Who can apply?

Contractors who hold £10 million public liability insurance may apply for a licence.

The application form must be completed by the company who holds the £10 million public liability insurance and we will issue the licence approval to this company.

Fees

For new scaffolding and hoarding applications

£483 minimum. This includes:

  • £153 licence fee
  • Pre and post inspections, two at £70.50 each (£141 total)
  • £153 deposit
  • Weekly inspection £36 per week

The deposit is refundable.

This licence is renewable weekly at £36 per week.

For a new portable cabin or storage container licence

£370 licence fee.

If you wish to extend this licence, please contact southamptontma@balfourbeatty.com.

Apply for, extend or change a licence

Before making an application, please read impact on street lighting assets.

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Before you fill in this form

You won't be able to save this form to complete later, so please allow yourself five minutes to fill it in.

You will need:

  • Payment card details if you are applying for a new or extending an existing licence
  • Evidence of public liability insurance (optional)
  • Plan of projection (optional)

Apply for a highway occupation licence

If you have any questions, please contact:

Email: southamptontma@balfourbeatty.com
Telephone: 023 8079 8060