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)

Contact Details

Street Works
Swindon Borough Council
2nd Floor
Premier House
Station Road
Swindon
SN1 1TZ

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

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