Applying for a highways licence

Highway excavation licence

To excavate or make an opening in the highway, you need a valid licence.

This can include:

  • external tanking
  • waterproofing or damp proofing cellars
  • connecting water service pipes to stopcocks under the highway

Cost

A highway excavation licence costs £683 and can last up to one month.

Apply for a highway excavation licence

Last updated: 5 June 2025