Why do I have to apply for a skip licence?

A skip can be placed on private property within property boundaries, e.g. a residential driveway without the need for a licence.

However, where a skip must be placed on any part of the highway a licence is required so that:

• We can ensure the location does not present any safety issues for users of the highway.
• We can fulfil our duty as the Highway Authority to record skips on the Street Works Register and to coordinate the timing of planned highway works and the activities of Statutory Undertakers (SU).