Licence - building materials

If you wish to place building materials on any part of the highway a licence is required from this Authority. A licence is not normally necessary if materials are placed on private land. All materials must be placed on private land whenever possible.

A licence can be valid for any period between 1 day and 1 month. For longer periods, additional applications must be made prior to the expiry of the current licence.

If it is not possible to avoid using the public highway, materials should be placed in the carriageway, rather than the footway. If permission is granted to place materials on a footway or grass verge, a deposit is payable to cover any damage which may be caused.

More information on building materials licences

For further information, advice and queries please contact the Highways Management Team.