The construction of any structure over a public highway such as scaffolding or hoarding will require a licence from us beforehand.
Please note: An additional licence is needed if you plan to install a protective fan.
Applicable regulations
The regulations that apply to this licence are as follows:
- Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
- Construction (Design and Management) Regulation 2007
- Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999.
Conditions of the licence
A licence may include standards on things such as lighting or painting the scaffold, or for a fan it may restrict the height at which it is set.
To apply for a scaffolding and hording licence, email streetworks@stoke.gov.uk.