Scaffolds, skips and more

Scaffolds, skips and more

See details on what is required for each application, what you'll need to do prior to applying and how to apply.

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You'll need a company account to apply for traffic management or other highways licences and permits, view your applications and edit your company details.

If you're unsure on how to get an account, see our creating a company account page

Crane/oversail licence

You will need a licence for:

  • tower cranes that may 'oversail' the public highway for any length of time

How long does the application process take?

Applications should be submitted in good time -  applications will be reviewed on typical working days (Mondays to Fridays).


Fees

The cost of the licence is £110 per week, payable by credit or debit card.

There is an additional £15 urgency surcharge (within 2 days) for urgent structure applications.


Please note:

  • failure to obtain the necessary permissions may result in fines / enforcement action being taken against you
  • if the time required needs to be extended then the request should be submitted in good time before any granted permission expires
  • information supplied when you submit your application may be included in any Public Notices issued about the works and will appear on Worcestershire roadworks map
  • if for any reason we need to check any information submitted we may need to contact you for clarification - please see the Council's Privacy Notice for further information about how we use your information.

Before you start your application

For your application you will need to:

  • provide a description of the works to be carried out and the location details
  • upload copies of your up to date Public Liability Insurance certificate and possibly your Employee Liability Insurance if you are a contractor who directly employs operatives
  • agree to our Terms and Conditions
  • pay online on submission
  • have your login details in hand - if your organisation has already applied for permits or licences such as road closures, skips etc. via our online systems, your organisation should already have an account, however, if your organisation does not have yet an account, please go to Create a company account page

Apply

To start your application:

Log into your company account

Fencing licence

You will need a fencing licence for

  • fences on the public highway for any length of time

How long does the application process take?

Applications should be submitted in good time -  applications will be reviewed on typical working days (Mondays to Fridays).


Fees

The cost of the licence is £60 per week, and £40 for subsequent weeks, payable by credit or debit card.

There is an additional £15 urgency surcharge (within 2 days) for urgent structure applications.


Please note

  • failure to obtain the necessary permissions may result in fines / enforcement action being taken against you
  • if the time required needs to be extended then the request should be submitted in good time before any granted permission expires
  • information supplied when you submit your application may be included in any Public Notices issued about the works and will appear on Worcestershire roadworks map
  • if for any reason we need to check any information submitted we may need to contact you for clarification - please see the Council's Privacy Notice for further information about how we use your information

Before you start your application

For your application you will need to:

  • provide a description of the works to be carried out and the location details
  • upload copies of your up to date Public Liability Insurance certificate and possibly your Employee Liability Insurance if you are a contractor who directly employs operatives
  • agree to our Terms and Conditions
  • pay online on submission
  • have your login details in hand - if your organisation has already applied for permits or licences such as road closures, skips etc. via our online systems, your organisation should already have an account, however, if your organisation does not have yet an account, please go to Create a company account page.

Apply

To start your application:

Log into your company account

Hoardings licence

How long does the application process take?

Applications should be submitted in good time -  applications will be reviewed on typical working days (Mondays to Fridays).


Fees

The cost of the licence is £60 per week, and £40 for subsequent weeks, payable by credit or debit card.

There is an additional £15 urgency surcharge (within 2 days) for urgent structure applications.


Please note

  • failure to obtain the necessary permissions may result in fines / enforcement action being taken against you
  • if the time required needs to be extended then the request should be submitted in good time before any granted permission expires
  • information supplied when you submit your application may be included in any Public Notices issued about the works and will appear on Worcestershire roadworks map
  • if for any reason we need to check any information submitted we may need to contact you for clarification - please see the Council's Privacy Notice for further information about how we use your information.

Before you start your application

For your application you will need to:

  • provide a description of the works to be carried out and the location details
  • upload copies of your up to date Public Liability Insurance certificate and possibly your Employee Liability Insurance if you are a contractor who directly employs operatives
  • agree to our Terms and Conditions
  • pay online on submission
  • have your login details in hand - if your organisation has already applied for permits or licences such as road closures, skips etc. via our online systems, your organisation should already have an account, however, if your organisation does not have yet an account, please go to Create a company account page.

Apply

To start your application:

Log into your company account

Mobile Elevated Working Platform (MEWP)

How long does the application process take?

Applications should be submitted in good time -  applications will be reviewed on typical working days (Mondays to Fridays).


Fees

The cost of the licence is £30 per day, payable by credit or debit card.

There is an additional £15 urgency surcharge (within 2 days) for urgent structure applications.


Please note

  • failure to obtain the necessary permissions may result in fines/enforcement action being taken against you
  • if the time required needs to be extended then the request should be submitted in good time before any granted permission expires
  • information supplied when you submit your application may be included in any Public Notices issued about the works and will appear on Worcestershire roadworks map
  • if for any reason we need to check any information submitted we may need to contact you for clarification - please see the Council's Privacy Notice for further information about how we use your information

Before you start your application

For your application you will need to:

  • provide a description of the works to be carried out and the location details
  • upload copies of your up to date Public Liability Insurance certificate and possibly your Employee Liability Insurance if you are a contractor who directly employs operatives
  • agree to our Terms and Conditions
  • pay online on submission
  • have your login details in hand - if your organisation has already applied for permits or licences such as road closures, skips etc. via our online systems, your organisation should already have an account, however, if your organisation does not have yet an account, please go to Create a company account page.

Apply

To start your application:

Log into your company account

Scaffolding licence

How long does the application process take?

Applications should be submitted in good time -  applications will be reviewed on typical working days (Mondays to Fridays).


Fees

The cost of the licence is £60 per week, and £40 for subsequent weeks, payable by credit or debit card.

There is an additional £15 urgency surcharge (within 2 days) for urgent structure applications.


Please note

  • failure to obtain the necessary permissions may result in fines/enforcement action being taken against you
  • if the time required needs to be extended then the request should be submitted in good time before any granted permission expires
  • information supplied when you submit your application may be included in any Public Notices issued about the works and will appear on Worcestershire roadworks map
  • if for any reason we need to check any information submitted we may need to contact you for clarification - please see the Council's Privacy Notice for further information about how we use your information

Before you start your application

For your application you will need to:

  • provide a description of the works to be carried out and the location details
  • upload copies of your up to date Public Liability Insurance certificate and possibly your Employee Liability Insurance if you are a contractor who directly employs operatives
  • agree to our Terms and Conditions
  • pay online on submission
  • have your login details in hand - if your organisation has already applied for permits or licences such as road closures, skips etc. via our online systems, your organisation should already have an account, however, if your organisation does not have yet an account, please go to Create a company account page.

Apply

To start your application:

Log into your company account

Skip permit

How long does the application process take?

It can take up to 5 working days to process an application for a skip permit.


Fees

The cost of the permit is £30 for the first week and £20 for subsequent week, payable by credit or debit card.

There is an additional £15 urgency surcharge (within 2 days) for urgent structure applications.


Please note

  • failure to obtain the necessary permissions may result in fines/enforcement action being taken against you
  • if the time required needs to be extended then the request should be submitted in good time before any granted permission expires
  • information supplied when you submit your application may be included in any Public Notices issued about the works and will appear on Worcestershire roadworks map
  • if for any reason we need to check any information submitted we may need to contact you for clarification - please see the Council's Privacy Notice for further information about how we use your information

Before you start your application

For your application you will need to:

  • provide the exact location and placement of the skip (carriageway, footway or verge)
  • upload copies of your up to date Public Liability Insurance certificate and Waste Carriers Licence
  • agree to our Terms and Conditions
  • pay online on submission
  • have your login details in hand - if your organisation has already applied for permits or licences such as road closures, skips etc. via our online systems, your organisation should already have an account, however, if your organisation does not have yet an account, please go to Create a company account page.

Apply

To start your application:

Log into your company account

Welfare cabin licence

How long does the application process take?

Applications for permission should be submitted in good time -  applications will be reviewed on typical working days (Mondays to Fridays)


Fees

The cost of the licence is £350 payable by credit or debit card.


Please note

  • failure to obtain the necessary permissions may result in fines/enforcement action being taken against you
  • if the time required needs to be extended then the request should be submitted in good time before any granted permission expires
  • information supplied when you submit your application may be included in any Public Notices issued about the works and will appear on Worcestershire roadworks map
  • if for any reason we need to check any information submitted we may need to contact you for clarification - please see the Council's Privacy Notice for further information about how we use your information 

Before you start your application

For your application you will need to:

  • provide a description of the works to be carried out and the location details
  • upload copies of your up to date Public Liability Insurance certificate and possibly your Employee Liability Insurance if you are a contractor who directly employs operatives
  • agree to our Terms and Conditions
  • pay online on submission
  • have your login details in hand - if your organisation has already applied for permits or licences such as road closures, skips etc. via our online systems, your organisation should already have an account, however, if your organisation does not have yet an account, please go to Create a company account page.

Apply

To start your application:

Log into your company account

Not sure how to make a company account?

Creating a company account

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