Council to apply to
London Borough of Barnet
Checked by handApply at least
4 days
before the scaffold goes upLicence fee£258.77
NoticeNot published by this council: notice period
Council takes4 days
Fee covers: Scaffolding licence: erect or retain on or over a highway any scaffolding or other structure (each)
See all 2 prices
| Scaffolding licence | £258.77 |
|---|---|
| Hoarding licence (including site inspections) | £258.77 |
ExtensionNot published by this council: extension fee
Other charges
- Minimum deposit for scaffolding or other structureRefundable after a final inspection; the licence starts once the deposit is paid£787.75
What the council asks for (6)
- Builders may apply on the landowner's behalf; the landowner remains responsible
- Read the Highways licence guidance notes 2026, then complete the online form in one go
- The licence start date runs from when the deposit payment is received and acknowledged
- No work until the deposit is paid and the licence is issued; display the licence on site
- Applications are non-refundable; a site inspection follows with any conditions
- Deposit refund: email date-stamped photos of completed works and the cleared site
In the council's words
“Scaffolding licence Erect or retain on or over a highway any scaffolding or other structure. £258.77 each”
barnet.gov.ukChecked 13 Oct 2026