Council to apply to
London Borough of Hackney
Checked by handApply at least
14 days
before the scaffold goes upLicence fee£320
Notice14 days
Council takesNot published by this council: processing time
Fee covers: Scaffold licence up to 10 sq.m: £320 a month (over 10 sq.m £525, over 25 sq.m £775). A non-refundable £120 payment is made with the application and credited against the total; a deposit is set at the site visit.
See all 4 prices
| Scaffold licence up to 10 sq.m | £320 |
|---|---|
| Scaffold licence over 10 sq.m | £525 |
| Scaffold licence over 25 sq.m | £775 |
| Initial non-refundable payment (credited against the fee) | £120 |
ExtensionNot published by this council: extension fee
Other charges
- DepositDeposit taken to off-set costs of any remedial work if highway is damaged; refunded in full if no damage.
What the council asks for (7)
- Apply at least 10 working days before licence is required.
- Complete a separate form for each activity.
- Pay £120 site visit fee by credit card or BACS.
- Attach public liability insurance information.
- Pay remaining fee and deposit within 5 days of site visit.
- Site meeting will note existing condition of highway.
- Comply with specific conditions advised at site meeting.
In the council's words
“Scaffold Licence up to 10sq.m (Section 172 Highways Act 1980) Month £320.00 Scaffold Licence over 10sq.m (Section 172 Highways Act 1980) Month £525.00 Scaffold Licence over 25sq.m (Section 172Highways Act 1980) Month £775.00”
hackney.gov.ukChecked 13 Oct 2026