If your property is in a Conservation Area, you will also require Planning Permission. If you are unsure, click here to enter your postcode and go to the relevant page on your Local Council's website where you can check. (opens in new window)
If your property is a Listed Building you will require Planning Permission and Listed Building Consent. If you are unsure, click here to enter your postcode. (opens in new window)
If your property is on a Classified Road you will also require planning permission. If you are unsure, click here and enter the road name. (opens in new window)
Each Local Authority will have minimum allowable criteria for the size of the private driveway area. This is usually at least 4.8m deep x 2.4m wide. If you know the dimensions please enter them below
If there is a tree or other street furniture within 1m of the proposed Vehicle Crossover, this is likely to have an effect on whether permission will be granted.
If there is a verge between the highway and the edge of your property of more than 3m this is likely to have an effect on whether permission will be granted.
Dropped Kerbs close to road junctions may cause a hazard to pedestrians and vehicles. The dimensions depend on whether the road is a major or minor road. If you know the distance, please enter it below.