Temporary structure licence
The cost of the licence will vary based on whether you are working on a "major" or "minor" road.
Find out the category of the road you want to work on by searching our road category spreadsheet:
Road category list
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You need a temporary structure licence to put certain items on or over a public highway. View more information on temporary structures.
You will need to complete a Cranes and TTO application if you wish to use machinery such as a cherry picker, scissor lift, MEWP (mobile elevating work platform) or similar.
Apply for a temporary structure licence
If you do not obtain a licence for a temporary structure on the highway you could be charged a maximum of double the original licence fee.
Licence fees
| Duration | Minor road less than 50 square metres | Minor road more than 50 square metres | Major road less than 50 square metres | Major road more than 50 square metres |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duration 0 to 2 months |
Minor road less than 50 square metres £624 |
Minor road more than 50 square metres £3,069 |
Major road less than 50 square metres £1,248 |
Major road more than 50 square metres £6,137 |
| Duration 3 to 4 months |
Minor road less than 50 square metres £1,043 |
Minor road more than 50 square metres £3,348 |
Major road less than 50 square metres £2,087 |
Major road more than 50 square metres £6,697 |
| Duration 5 to 6 months |
Minor road less than 50 square metres £1,508 |
Minor road more than 50 square metres N/A |
Major road less than 50 square metres £3,017 |
Major road more than 50 square metres N/A |
Application refunds
- withdraw an application within four working days: full fee refund
- withdraw an application after four working days and up until the licence is issued: 50% of fee refunded
- withdraw an application once the licence has been issued: no refund
