Vehicle crossings (often referred to as 'dropped kerbs') are the construction of an access to a property from the public highway to allow vehicles in and out of private property.

These are usually required by households who wish to park their vehicle 'off road'. Vehicle crossings can also be installed in commercial properties. In some instances planning permission is required, however in all instances highway authorisation is required. Works must be carried out by an approved contractor who must hold the relevant public liability insurance.

How to Apply

You can apply online:

Vehicle Crossing Online Application Form

The application form is also available as a downloadable PDF file:

Vehicle Crossing Application Form (27Kb)

Further Information

More details are contained in a leaflet, which is available as a downloadable PDF file:

Vehicle Crossing Application Guidelines (49Kb)

Further Information/Contact

Street Works
Swindon Borough Council
Wat Tyler House
Beckhampton Street
Swindon
SN1 2JH

Please see the Council Building Location Map.

Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 8.30am-4.30pm

E-mail: highways@swindon.gov.uk
Tel: 01793 466380