Permission to work on the highways - section 278 agreements

If you are planning to make changes to existing highways you need an agreement under section 278 of the highways act or a simple section 278 agreement.

If you are building new roads and changing existing ones – including connecting new roads to an existing highway – you need a hybrid section 278/38 agreement.

Our online form will work out which licence you need.

We will not process your application until you pay a non-refundable deposit:

• Simple section 278 - £1,500
• Section 278 - £3,000
• Hybrid section 278/38 - £3,000

We will contact you to inform you of any further charges.