Fees and costs
All applicants pay fees; there are no exemptions, including charities or public bodies.
Applicants cover costs for:
- Design
- Manufacture
- Installation
- Maintenance
Payment structure:
- Design fee: £100 per approved location. Covers:
- Site investigation and hazard/risk assessment
- Checked and approved design drawings
- Location plan
- Quotation for supply and erection, including traffic management if required
- Works cost: typically around £500 per sign; payable before the contractor begins work
Signs remain council property. Replacement of damaged or stolen signs may require a new application and payment under current criteria.