Permit to dig up the road or street
If you want to temporarily dig up the road or street, you must apply for a permit. You need to employ a contractor with the relevant streetworks accreditation.
How to apply for a permit
Download an application form to temporarily dig up the road or street (PDF, 62KB).
Download guidance notes for a permit to temporarily dig up the road or street (PDF 99KB).
You must give at least 4 weeks notice.
You must also submit a location plan, preferably OS extract scale 1:2500.
Where to send your form
Westmorland and Furness Council
County Hall
Busher Walk
Kendal, LA9 4RQ
Application fee
Fees are available on the licence and permit fee page.
After you apply
A compliance officer will carry out a site inspection. Will will then contact you with details of how to pay the application fee.