Apply to install pavement lights into a cellar

If you are planning to install pavement lights into a cellar you must apply for permission to do so.

Before you start

Before you complete the application, please have the following items and information ready:

• Your name
• Telephone number
• Email address
• Address of location where the work is to take place
• Details of public liability insurance cover to a minimum value of £5,000,000 per incident. 

Warning If you are not familiar with the requirements of The Highways Act 1980 – Section 171, 179, 180 (Control of openings into cellars etc. under streets, and pavement lights and ventilators), we strongly advise you to appoint a contractor with the appropriate knowledge and proof of relevant training and accreditation to help complete the application and conduct the works on their behalf.

Fees

The administration fee is £218.

We will send you a B&NES payment portal link via email once we have approved your application.

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What happens next

Please email your form to: street_works@bathnes.gov.uk.

Please provide at least 7 days notice before work starts. Work must not start until formal consent is received.