Dropped Kerbs in Forest Hill, delivered properly from application to reinstatement. We handle Lewisham permits, install the kerb line, and leave a compliant, tidy pavement crossover.
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If you’re adding off-street parking near Forest Hill station or improving access on a busy residential road, a compliant dropped kerb is essential. Fine Landscaping manages the full pavement crossover process, including council applications and reinstatement. We’re used to working around local footfall and parking restrictions, keeping disruption low. You’ll get a neat finish that looks right outside period homes and conversions across SE23.
Forest Hill’s Victorian and Edwardian houses often have shallow front gardens, shared access points and tight boundaries that need careful setting-out. We regularly work across the dropped kerbs Forest Hill area, including Sydenham and Honor Oak, where kerb lines and pavement widths can vary street to street. Whether you’re creating a new driveway entrance or widening an existing crossover, we design the levels to suit your vehicle and frontage. The result is practical access without sacrificing kerb appeal.
Our process is straightforward: site visit, measurements, application support, then scheduled installation once approvals are in place. We use the correct kerb units, construct the crossover to specification, and reinstate the footway cleanly. Every job is completed with compliance in mind, from drainage considerations to finish tolerances. Homeowners choose us for clear communication, reliable timings, and workmanship backed by a 10-year warranty.
Forest Hill streets can have narrow pavements, mature street trees and controlled parking that affect access and scheduling. We plan deliveries and work phases to suit local restrictions and keep pedestrians safely routed. Ground conditions and existing sub-bases vary, especially around older terraces, so we build the crossover structure to match the site rather than guess. That’s how we deliver dropped kerbs in London Borough of Lewisham that pass inspection and last.
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For Forest Hill and the wider SE23 area, dropped kerbs typically cost £800–£2,500 depending on crossover width, existing pavement construction, and how much reinstatement is needed. Most homeowners pay around £1,200–£1,800 for a standard single-vehicle access. Costs can rise where there are extra kerbs to replace, thicker footway build-ups, or additional traffic management requirements.
The on-site work usually takes 1–2 days for a straightforward pavement crossover, including kerb installation and reinstatement. Timing can extend if the crossover is wider, if the existing footway needs deeper reconstruction, or if access for machinery is restricted. Council approvals and scheduling can add lead time before work starts, but we keep you updated and plan the job to minimise disruption.
Yes—because the pavement and kerb are part of the public highway, a dropped kerb normally requires approval from the London Borough of Lewisham. Many driveway and front-garden changes are permitted development, but the crossover itself is controlled and must meet council standards. We check requirements, assist with the application, and ensure the build details align with the approved specification so you stay compliant.
We provide a 10-year warranty on our workmanship for the dropped kerb and crossover construction. This covers issues such as settlement caused by inadequate sub-base preparation, poor compaction, or defects in our installation. It doesn’t cover damage from third parties, vehicle impacts, or pre-existing ground problems outside the agreed scope. We also advise on aftercare to help the finish stay sharp long term.
Options depend on council specification, but common choices include standard kerb units with a tarmac crossover, block paving to match your driveway, or a neat edge detail to suit period frontages. We’ll advise on the best surface for grip, durability and appearance, and help you choose a width and alignment that works with your gates, walls and turning space. The aim is safe access with a finish that suits your home.
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