Council to apply to
Leicester City Council
Checked by handApply at least
28 days
before the scaffold goes upLicence fee£96.50
Notice28 days
Council takes1 day
Fee covers: Scaffolding licence up to 10 metres, first week
See all 6 prices (7 to 7 days)
| Up to 10 m, first week | £96.50 |
|---|---|
| Up to 10 m, each additional week | £59 |
| 10 to 20 m, first week | £111.50 |
| 10 to 20 m, each additional week | £74 |
| Over 20 m, first week | £126.50 |
| Over 20 m, each additional week | £89 |
Extension(Each additional week (up to 10m; £74 for 10-20m, £89 over 20m))£59
Other charges
- Emergency/expedited application feeShorter notice periods for road closures accepted only in exceptional circumstances, and a fee will be charged to cover admin, advertising and inspection.
- Traffic signal/stop-go board indemnity feeUse of traffic lights, stop/go or priority boards will require an indemnity form and a fee will be charged, with 4 weeks' notice required.
- Technical Approval feeTechnical Approval typically requires 12 weeks' notice and a fee will be charged, plus possible commuted sum payment for adopted structures.
- Insurance needed
- £10 million public liability
What the council asks for (6)
- Read the council's guidance on scaffolding, hoarding, skips and deposits
- Include a detailed site plan showing layout and access
- Public liability insurance: £10 million for scaffolding (£5 million for hoardings)
- Apply at least four weeks ahead; apply or extend online
- Keep pedestrian and vehicle access clear and remove structures on time
- Extra charges may apply for late removal or traffic management
In the council's words
“Scaffolding licence (up to 10 metres) | £96.50 | £59 | Scaffolding licence (10 to 20 metres) | £111.50 | £74 | Scaffolding licence (over 20 metres) | £126.50 | £89”
leicester.gov.ukChecked 13 Oct 2026