Do I need a licence to place a crane or other machinery on the public highway?
You will need a licence if you are placing a crane (either vehicle mounted or tower), cherry picker or other equipment/machinery on the public highway for any length of time.
What are the terms and conditions?
Before you apply, please read the terms and conditions enclosed with the application form below.
How do I apply for a licence?
- You can apply and pay online for a licence, via the Business Link website. (opens a new window)
- You can download an application form at the bottom of this page and return it, along with the necessary fee and documentation, to the relevant highways office, or request an application form by contacting us via our contact centre.
Please note that if you wish to extend or renew, or change your existing licence then you will need to submit a new application form, either online or via the post.
How much does the licence cost?
The cost of the licence is £145.
If you apply online via the Business Link website, you can also pay online using your debit or credit card.
If you apply by downloading and completing the application form below, please enclose a cheque made payable to Surrey County Council, with your application form.
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What documentation is required?
You will need to submit a suitable plan showing details of the proposed works, reasons for your application and a copy of details of public liability insurance for a minimum of £5 million.
How long does it take to process my application?
Five working days notice is required to process completed applications from the date of receipt.
If the project requires either temporary signals or a road opening licence or a road closure licence to run concurrently with the crane licence, please read the information and make allowances for the time scales involved in processing these applications.
How long is my application valid for?
The duration of the licence is open to discussion depending upon the nature of the work being undertaken, classification of road and volume of passing pedestrian/ vehicle traffic.
What if I have any queries, concerns or complaints?
If you have queries, concerns or complaints about the licence, you can contact us via our contact centre either
online or by telephone. For further details on logging a
comment, compliment or complaints please see our website.
If you have any queries, concerns or complaints about the location or safety of materials on the public highway, please either contact us by telephone via our contact centre or report them online directly to us.
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