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Licence - scaffolding and hoarding

Scaffolding on a buildingAny scaffold or hoarding which is adjacent to the public highway (road, pavement or near a lane) requires a permit.

When it is necessary to place hoardings on the highway around the place of work or scaffolding, permission is necessary and can be obtained from Lancashire County Council on completion of a form together with a sketch. Once permission has been granted, the conditions attached to the licence must be carefully read and kept to at all times.

Please contact Lancashire County Council on 0845 053 0011 for further information or visit their website.

Online services: Complete an online form at Lancashire County Council's website to apply for a scaffolding licence

Accessibility

Before a scaffolding licence can be issued, you will be required to complete an application form. An inspector will make sure that the location is safe for scaffolding to be erected and any electrical service appliances in close proximity have been temporarily disconnected. There is a fee for a scaffolding licence, plus additional costs for any electrical disconnections as necessary.

Availability

Information is available on Lancashire County Council's website at www.lancashire.gov.uk, or via telephone on 0845 053 0011 during office hours.

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Contact details

Contact: Lancashire Highways

Telephone: 0845 053 0011

Visit: http://www3.lancashire.gov.uk/corporate/atoz/toptasks/index.asp?catID=13079
Area East Highways Office, Willows Lane, Accrington, Lancashire, BB5 0RT

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