The redevelopment of a site is likely to require heavy plant to cross the footway too access it. Therefore, a temporary heavyweight dropped crossing (to prevent damage to the footway and any utility plant that is buried underneath it) must be constructed before work commences.
Eligibility criteria:
Q: Who can apply for this licence?
A: Contractors only
Required Documentation:
Evidence of £10 million Public Liability Insurance policy
Evidence that the supervisor and operatives that are to carry out the work are accredited under the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991
Include a site plan, to scale showing the location of the works
Traffic Management Plan
Fees will be applicable and conditions attached
Fees:
Licence fee £185.00
Inspection Fee £200.00 (4 x inspections @ £50.00 each)
Deposit £75.00 per m2 of reinstatement (minimum deposit £500.00)
Fee for manual notices £25.00
Applications:
There are two stages to this application process. The first stage is for the property/site owner/agent to contact Gateway for an application pack, a deposit of £50.00 will be payable at this stage.
Please apply to:
Gateway
Civic Centre, Southampton SO14 7LY
Tel: 023 8083 3000
Email: enquiries@southampton.gov.uk
Please also take a look at our Vehicle Crossing FAQ's which explains the initial application process in more detail.
Southampton City Council
