Application fees for highways licences
The way we process our applications have changed. Applications are now online and payment for our Highway licence is taken at the end of the application process.
You will need a credit or Debit card to complete the application.
The licence is not granted until both the licence and deposit (if required) is paid.
If you have any issues please email: highwayslicences@lambeth.gov.uk
Please note that Section 50 NRSWA licence application forms can only be paid by cheque or postal order.
Cheques should be payable to 'London Borough of Lambeth'. These can also be sent via the post to:
Address: Highways Licensing, Environmental Services, London Borough of Lambeth, PO Box 80771, London, SW2 9QQ.
Fees
Our fees and charges are subject to an annual review. Below is a list of the fees for 2025/2026.
| Licence for | Licence fee | Duration of licence |
|---|---|---|
| Building materials | £729.02 | 6 weeks |
| Cherry picker | £729.02 | 1 week |
| Container | £729.02 | 6 weeks |
| Conveyor fan | £729.02 | 6 weeks |
| Crane | £729.02 | 1 week |
| Fence | £729.02 | 6 weeks |
| Gantry | £729.02 | 1 week |
| Hoarding | £729.02 | 6 weeks |
| Hoist | £729.02 | 1 week |
| Mobile tower | £729.02 | 1 week |
| Portable cabin | £729.02 | 6 weeks |
| Scaffolding | £729.02 | 6 weeks |
| Temporary crossover | £729.02 | 6 weeks |
| Skips | £75.94 | 2 weeks |