Question 1

Do I need planning permission for a driveway in Croydon?

Accepted Answer

For most Croydon properties, no — provided the surface is permeable and drains to your own ground rather than the highway. Croydon Council follows the standard 2008 permitted development rules. We build the SUDS-compliant profile as standard. If you're in a Croydon conservation area (Waddon, Park Hill, Upper Norwood and others) we'll confirm the status before we quote — we'll typically check with Croydon planning directly rather than assume.

Question 2

How long does a driveway take on a typical Croydon semi?

Accepted Answer

A standard 2-car Croydon frontage — 40–55m² — is usually a 5 to 7 day job from dig-out to final sweep. Croydon's mixed sub-grades sometimes need an extra day of dig if we hit soft ground. Resin-bound runs a day or two faster than block. Danny confirms the exact schedule the week before we start.

Question 3

Do you sort dropped kerbs through Croydon Council?

Accepted Answer

Yes — if you don't have an existing crossover we'll walk you through Croydon Council's vehicle crossover application before you commit to the driveway. Croydon uses its own approved contractors for the kerb itself; we book our start date after theirs so you're not living with a half-finished frontage. Budget roughly £1,400–£2,200 — we'll price the exact kerb once the council quotes.

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