To allow a company or householder to carry out work that may affect the highway, the Council requires them to complete one of the following forms and provide them with the relevant insurance documents. You can download one of our application forms and return it to the Environment Services department at the Town Hall or email it to environment@scilly.gov.uk.
When planning such work the Council ask that at least eight weeks notice is given, as all applications need to be assessed to ensure that there will be no danger or inconvenience caused to local businesses or the public.
- Breaking Open the Highway
- Erect Scaffolding or Hoarding on the Highway
- Place a Skip or Container on the Highway
- Full or Partial Highway Closure
For more information on specific requirements to enable a company or member of the public to carry out the above work effecting the highway, or if you have any concerns regarding a current application, please contact a member of the Environment Services Team.
01720 424450 | environment@scilly.gov.uk
Fees and Charges
Please see below for up-to-date fees and charges
| Form | Charge (inc VAT) |
|---|---|
| Breaking Open Highway (First 7 Days) | £30.00 |
| Breaking Open highway (per week after first 7 days) | £20.40 |
| Highway Closure (First 7 Days) | £30.00 |
| Highway Closure (per week after first 7 days) | £20.40 |
| Scaffolding/skip/container/and materials stored on pallets (first 7 Days) | £30.00 |
| Scaffolding/skip/container/and materials stored on pallets (per week after first 7 days) | £20.40 |