Scaffold and Hoarding Licences

Before any scaffolds/hoardings can be placed on the public highway, the scaffold/hoarding provider must apply to us for a permit.

  • A permit will only be issued to the company responsible for erecting the scaffold/hoarding on the highway.            
      
  • If you wish to place a scaffold/hoarding on the highway you should contact a scaffold/hoarding provider of your choice. Details can usually be found in the Yellow Pages under “Scaffold Erectors”.
      
  • From the 1 April 2006 scaffold/hoarding providers have been required to sign, date and return a copy of Derbyshire County Council’s standard conditions, along with the permit fee, before permission can be given to erect any scaffold or hoarding on the highway.
      
  • Applications must be made by the scaffold/hoarding provider and returned by post, with the permit fee, to the Director of Environmental Services, County Hall, Matlock, Derbyshire DE4 3AG.
         
  • An application form must be completed and returned not less than seven working days before it is intended to place the scaffold/hoarding on the highway.
         
  • A scaffold/hoarding must not be placed on the highway until written permission has been given. Failure to observe this statutory requirement is an offence and the scaffold/hoarding may be removed without notice. Any scaffold found on the highway without a licence will incur a cost of £50 to cover administration fees.
      
  • From the 1 April 2006 we will be introducing charges for all applications to place scaffolds/hoardings on the highway.
         
  • The company responsible for erecting the scaffold/hoarding must provide evidence of Public Liability Insurance cover of not less than £5,000,000 before any scaffold/hoarding can be placed on the highway.    

Frequently Asked Questions 

What are the conditions for placing a scaffold/hoarding on the Highway? 

  • The conditions are detailed in Derbyshire County Council’s standard conditions and a copy can be obtained by viewing or downloading the application information link in the more information section, or by contacting Call Derbyshire on 08456 058 058.  

How much does a scaffold/hoarding permit cost?

  • A permit to place a scaffold/hoarding on the highway is £91 per application. Extensions may be permitted at the discretion of the county council and will incur a further fee of £54 per extension. These fees will be non-returnable.  

How long does a permit last for?

  • A permit can last for up to a maximum of 14 days on any class road. If a scaffold/hoarding is required for a longer period than this, then a further application must be made for consideration and an additional fee will be charged.   

How can I check if a scaffold/hoarding has a valid permit?

  • You can find out if a scaffold/hoarding company has a valid permit by contacting the Network Management Admin Team on 01629 585665 during office hours.    

How can I make a complaint regarding the location of or safety of a scaffold/hoarding?

  • Any complaints about the location or safety of any scaffold/hoarding on the highway should be promptly reported to Call Derbyshire on 08456 058 058.  
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