Dropped Kerb planning permission examples — what gets approved & refused
27,447 real decisions from 247 UK councils. See what actually gets approved, what gets refused, and why — so you don’t waste thousands on drawings for something your council will reject.
Last updated: March 2026
80.0%
approval rate across 27,447 decisions
That means roughly 1 in 5 dropped kerb applications are refused — often due to avoidable design issues.
27,447
Decisions
21,963
Approved
5,484
Refused
247
Councils
Dropped kerb applications create new vehicle access to a property. Approval depends on highway safety, visibility splays, and whether the property has adequate off-street parking space.
What these results show
• Dropped kerbs have a lower approval rate than most people expect — highway safety concerns are taken seriously.
• Proximity to junctions, pedestrian crossings, and bus stops are common refusal reasons.
• You typically need enough off-street space for a full vehicle — hardstanding for just the front wheels isn’t enough.
• Some councils have blanket policies against new crossovers on classified roads.
⚠️ These are national examples. Your council could be stricter — or more lenient. See what actually gets approved on your street →
Real dropped kerb decisions
Real examples showing what works — and what gets refused. Use the filters to compare approved and refused applications.
Approved
Re-Positioning Vehicular Access, Erection Of Detached Garage, Replace Glazed Door And Screen To Bi-fold Door, Enlarge Existing Window To French Doors, Installation Of Replacement Roof, Replacement Rooflight And 3 No. Additional Roof Lights
▸ Replacing an existing structure is generally viewed more favourably than building new.
Refused
Two storey and single storey rear extensions with detached garage. Widen existing vehicular crossover
▸ Two-storey extensions face higher scrutiny due to greater neighbour impact.
Approved
Redevelopment of the former Harrow Post Office to provide 318 flats (Class C3), 829sq m floorspace for Retail (Class A1), Financial & Professional Services (Class A2), Restaurants and Cafes (Class A3), Pubs and Bars (Class A4), Hot Food Take-Aways (Class A5), Business (Class B1) and Non-Residential
Approved
Proposed two/single-storey side extension, single-storey side extension with pitched roof, two-storey and single-storey rear extensions with a basement beneath following demolition of non-original extensions. Front and rear dormers, timber panelling to front elevation, and cast iron railings to roof
▸ Two-storey approvals often involve setbacks from boundaries and matching materials.
Refused
Demolition of an Existing Bungalow and Erection of a Detached House and Garages, with new vehicular Access
Refused
Non-material amendment to previous permission S/15/0230 regarding demolition of existing bungalow and erection of 1 no. replacement dwelling, detached garage and construction of new vehicular access.
Approved
Erection of end of terrace 3 bedroom, 5 occupant dwelling adjoining existing house with new vehicular access and parking.
Approved
T1 Phillyrea - Raise crown to 3m above ground level for vehicular access
Approved
Consultation by London Borough of Lambeth on a planning application for the phased redevelopment of the site including demolition of all existing buildings and structures to erect up to 7 buildings ranging from three to 69 storeys plus basements for a range of land uses comprising residential (Class
Approved
Siting of 75MW (2hr) Battery Energy Storage Facility with associated infrastructure, 2.4m palisade security fencing, security lighting and formation of a new vehicular access
Refused
Erection of 2m high boundary fence with vehicular access gates onto Lamont Drive, formation of parking area, erection of metal shed, formation of 2 no. covered areas and a bin storage area
Approved
ARTICLE 10 CONSULTATION - EXTENSION OF TIME FOR IMPLEMENTATION OF PLANNING PERMISSION 06/53550/OUT FOR 72 HOUSES AND 8 APARTMENTS AND ALTERATIONS TO EXISTING VEHICULAR ACCESS
Approved
T1 (Apple) - Remove (as well as neighbouring Apple tree - T1a) - are in the proposed drivewayT8 (Horse Chestnut) - Raise crown to 5m - for vehicular accessT15 (Sycamore) - Reduce canopy by 2m - to provide access for construction / make the canopies more balancedT16 (Lime) - Reduce canopy by 2m - to
16/00172/DIS
Approved
Application for discharge of details reserved by Condition 2 (materials) of planning permission reference 14/01184/FUL (Redevelopment of the site, erection of a part 6-storey and part 8-storey building (including lower ground floor level) to provide a Student Hall of Residence (358 bedrooms) with as
Approved
Neighbouring Authority Consultation from Elmbridge Borough Council relating for erection of 3 detached buildings comprising 24 flats with vehicular access from Oatlands Drive and via 8-14 Oatlands Drive, associated parking, cycle storage, refuse storage and amenity areas with hard and soft landscapi
25/00141/FUL
Approved
Single storey temporary building, formation of vehicular access from Forthside Way (east) and parking area for long wheel base van, and formation of 2 accessible parking spaces to roadway on Forthside Way (west)
▸ Accessibility needs strengthen the case for approval.
Approved
Single storey temporary building, formation of vehicular access from Forthside Way (east) and parking area for long wheel base van, and formation of 2 accessible parking spaces to roadway on Forthside Way (west)
▸ Accessibility needs strengthen the case for approval.
120568
Approved
Redevelopment and extension of Mile End School to 37 residentialunits with associated car parking and landscaping. Alteration of the vehicular access on Beechgrove Place. Demolition of the single storey toilet block extensions, outdoor shelter and the stand alone dinnerhut.
▸ Single-storey extensions face less scrutiny than two-storey.
2015/0993
Approved
Comprehensive redevelopment comprising a retail led mixed use scheme to include demolition of existing buildings and associated structures, the closure and alteration of highways, engineering works and construction of new buildings and structures to provide retail, restaurants and office floorspace
Approved
Outline planning application,with all matters reserved except for principal means of vehicular access from the highway, for residential development comprising up to eight hundred homes.
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Approved
Development for up to 40 dwellings and a shop with associated infrastructure works, Alterations to existing and provision of new vehicular access and pedestrian accesses (amended description).
Refused
Erection of 5 no. single storey dwellings and the construction of a vehicular access (existing dwelling to be demolished)
Refused
Proposed Non-Material Amendment to consent 16/01024/FUL (installation of first floor window at the gable elevation, plan number 15044-005-A/1) - Proposed alterations and extensions to existing dwellinghouse to create first floor accommodation to include dormer windows, roof lights, attached garage,
09/00456/PIPCA
Refused
Erection of house, installation of foul drainage treatment plant and soakaway, formation of vehicular access. (outline) demolition of existing ruinous house.
23/00456/FUL
Refused
Demolition of existing buildings and redevelopment of the site to provide a part 12, part 34 storey building (plus basement) for a mixed-use development comprising 700 student accommodation rooms (Sui Generis), 801sqm workspace (Class E), a new public house consisting of 177sqm (Sui Generis) with ha
Refused
Erection of detached chalet bungalow in rear garden of No.127 Hertford Road with vehicular access from Walsham Close
Refused
Planning Application - Erection of a detached dwelling and new vehicular access.
Refused
Erection of new detached dwelling, additional vehicular access and alterations to driveway with new garage for 88 Gathurst Lane, following demolition of existing garage
Refused
Erection of an agricultural building, and associated hardstanding, access track and widening of existing vehicular access.
Approved
23/00564/FUL - Condition 3 - Vehicular Access Treatment (discharge of condition)
20/03297/MPO
Approved
Alterations to main stand to form new upper deck and front deck and formation of vehicular accesses and car parking areas - Modification of Planning Obligation relating to planning consent ref. 89/03823/DC
Approved
Non material amendment to planning permission 12/01015/FUL to move drive and new dropped kerb
Approved
Section 73 Application for Minor Material Amendment to conditions 4 (drawings) and 23 (highway works); to allow alterations to the approved access/footway and cycleway arrangements pursuant to 21/505498/OUT (granted at appeal under application APP/V2255/W/22/3311224) for Outline planning application
20/00519
Approved
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for a Proposed vehicular access
Approved
Non-material Amendment: Change aligned recessed vehicular access and pedestrian gate, change to proposed two rear gates and omit fence alongside east footpath for application 23/01025/FUL
Approved
Section 73 Application for Minor Material Amendment to conditions 4 (drawings) and 23 (highway works); to allow alterations to the approved access/footway and cycleway arrangements pursuant to 21/505498/OUT (granted at appeal under application APP/V2255/W/22/3311224) for Outline planning application
Approved
Alterations to store room to allow vehicular access into courtyard, installation of double doors and relocation of 2 parking spaces
Approved
Fell 1 no. Willow; and draw back crown over vehicular access of 1 no. Laburnum - trees protected by TPO 1/1970
Approved
Erection of no.1 detached dwellinghouse with creation of a vehicular access from Common Edge Road, associated car parking, landscaping and boundary treatment
Approved
Discharge of Condition 3 (dropped kerb) of Planning Consent 21/0291/PP (Extension)
Approved
Mixed use development comprising residential units (Class C3) and commercial floorspace (Class E) together with vehicular access off Bardell Terrace, vehicle (including on site and on street spaces) and cycle parking provision, private amenity space, landscaping, engineering works, public realm, and
Approved
Details of conditions 5 and 6 of 2018/0847 - (5) Vehicular access and (6) Materials
Approved
Details of conditions 5 and 6 of 2018/0847 - (5) Vehicular access and (6) Materials
Approved
Alterations to main stand to form new upper deck and front deck and formation of vehicular accesses and car parking areas - Modification of Planning Obligation relating to planning consent ref. 89/03823/DC
P/17361/002
Approved
Full planning application for a proposed dropped kerb, front driveway with perme
Approved
Application under Section 73 of The Town & Country Planning Act for DC/23/00444 (barn conversion) Allowed at Appeal APP/W3520/W/23/3333345 for the variation of Conditions 2 (Approved drawings) and 6 (Vehicular access)
Refused
Planning Application. Change of use of annexe to 1no dwelling. Construction of new vehicular access
Refused
Installation of a dropped kerb to form new entrance and driveway and formation of vehicle crossing.
2021/0168/DET
Refused
Erection of 8No. Holiday Lodges and Plant/Storage Building, Formation of Vehicular Access, Parking and Turning Areas, Installation of Sewage Treatment Plant and Surface Water Soakaways
Refused
Demolition of existing dwelling, ancillary annex and outbuilding and erection of replacement dwelling and storage outbuilding, conversion of existing garage to bat house, refurbishment of existing barn, installation of ground mounted solar PV array, improvements to existing vehicular access and asso
Refused
Application for a Proposed Lawful Development Certificate; for the installation of a dropped kerb.
Refused
Application for a non-material amendment to allow for front boundary works to include new dropped kerb and alterations to soft landscaping following the grant of planning permission reference 22/1369/FUL.
Approved
EIA Screening Opinion - Erection of 7no commercial buildings (4,843.6m2 floor space), for Classes B2, B8 and E(g) purposes; parking and servicing areas; ancillary infrastructure and structural landscaping including extension to earth bund; pedestrian footways and cycleway; creation of new vehicular
Approved
Erection of agricultural building, construction of a hardstanding and a vehicular access track to/from Hefferston Rise.
62/62/22/002
Approved
Proposed formation of vehicular access and associated works. Part Retrospective.
Approved
Fell single Pine tree at edge of driveway which is obstructing access to Foxwood House.The tree is currently situation beyond the dropped kerb and obstructs access to the property.Currently, all vehicles are required to use the neighbouring drive to access and exit the property.When entering from El
Approved
Non material amendment application to planning approval reference 124745/FO/2019 to allow for: the removal of the requirement of a number of elements from condition 7 (drainage); and, condition 8 (Road Junction details) to allow for a change in timescale's for the delivery of the Enterprise Way vehi
Approved
Non material amendment application to planning approval reference 124745/FO/2019 to allow for: the removal of the requirement of a number of elements from condition 7 (drainage); and, condition 8 (Road Junction details) to allow for a change in timescale's for the delivery of the Enterprise Way vehi
Approved
Article 16 consultation from Salford Council (reference 21/78769/FUL ) in relation to Logistics development (Use Class B8) comprising seven no. units totalling 230,400 sqft of warehouse space, including ancillary office space, with associated landscaping, amenity space, car parking and vehicular acc
09/00662/FUL
Approved
Erection of garage and formation of vehicular access
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