Scaffolding, Hoarding, Builders Materials, Containers and Crane - Licensing

We need to licence all temporary obstructions placed on the public highway which includes the footways and carriageway in order to balance the needs of businesses with the practical needs of pedestrians.

Assisting Pedestrians and Shoppers

Builders licences form a part of our Assisting Pedestrians and Shoppers Policy.

How do I apply for a licence?

Application packs for scaffolding, hoarding, builders materials, containers and cranes are available to download at the bottom of the page.  The relevant application pack must be completed and returned to:

Islington Council
Network Management Team
4th Floor
Municipal Offices
222 Upper Street, N1 1YA

If you would prefer to receive a hard copy application pack please contact the Streetworks team on the details below.

Please note licences can take up to 10 working days to process. Site visits are carried out and consideration to other highway users is taken into account before approval is given.

For any application for works on a Transport for London managed road (any Red Route) approval must be obtained from TfL's Licensing Team by calling 020 7536 3626 or 020 7536 3621or e-mail centrallicensing@ringwayjacobs.gov.uk. Licence applications can be downloaded from http://www.tfl.gov.uk/roadusers/finesandregulations/11010.aspx

Please feel free to contact the Streetworks team if you require any clarification regarding this Network.

Licence Fees

A deposit if held to cover the costs of any damage caused to highways that may occur during the works. The deposit and fee is dependant upon the area occupied and can be found detailed on the application forms.

If you require any clarification regarding deposits and fees please contact the Streetworks team.

Contact details

Network Management Team
Public Realm
Environment and Regeneration
222 Upper Street
London, N1 1YA

Tel: 020 7527 2000
Email: streetworks@islington.gov.uk