If you are a BCP resident with a dropped kerb vehicular access, you can apply for an advisory Access Protection Marking (APM) to cover the extent of the dropped kerb.
Unlike a yellow line the APM is not enforceable, but it is designed to highlight the access to deter obstruction.
If your access has a dropped kerb and is blocked by parked vehicles this may be enforced by our parking enforcement officers with or without an APM.
If your dropped kerb is blocked by parked vehicles, you should contact the Council’s Parking Enforcement Officers on 01202 128 900.
Conditions for Application
The marking will cover the extent of your dropped kerb (including the tapers on either side) and no further.
Installation is dependent upon local road conditions and a marking will not be considered if the access does not have a dropped kerb access over the footway.
If you have two access points to your property, you may submit one application to cover both.
You can apply for a marking that extends to cover an adjacent access, subject to the conditions set out in the ‘Adjacent Access’ section.
Adjacent Access
You can apply for an APM to include your neighbour’s access if you have their consent, providing it is immediately next to yours and shares a continuous dropped kerb
Although the APM would cover two properties, a single payment in full would be required with the application (if splitting the costs with a neighbour, it is still your responsibility as the applicant to pay in full and obtain any monies from your neighbour separately).
Supporting Information required
Proof of residence (copy of Council Tax or Utility Bill or similar clearly stating your name and address).
If you are a landlord or letting agent for the property, please provide evidence of this and submit online with your application. Ensure the application clearly shows the address of the property at you which you would like the Access Protection Marking.
Application Process
The APM application process is as follows:
- read through all the terms of application
- complete the online application form and all relevant sections in full
- include all supporting information (see above)
- provide payment in full
Applications will be grouped and progressed at regular intervals throughout the year; therefore, there may be a delay between making your request and any work being completed.
BCP Council, The Traffic Team, BCP Civic Centre, Bourne Avenue, Bournemouth, BH2 6DY – Email apm@bcpcouncil.gov.uk