Licence Application to Place a Mobile Crane/ Hoist on a Public Road/Footpath

Please note: Application for a licence must be submitted a minimum of 14 days prior to the proposed commencement of works.

Where it is proposed to place a Mobile Crane/Hoist on or near a roadway a Work Method Statement / Traffic Management Plan, which includes the following, must be submitted:

Arrangements for site deliveries, including time of day restrictions, vehicle queuing arrangements etc.
Proposed arrangements to ensure minimum impact on traffic flow.
Provision for storage of materials, machinery, etc
A non-refundable Application Fee of €110 must accompany each application.
Refundable Deposit Crane €2,000 (Road) or €3,000 (Enhanced Road Area)
Hoist €1,000 (Footpath) or €2,000 (Road) or €3,000 (Enhanced Road Area)
Please note that all extension of time requests will be charged €110.

For more information and a downloadable copy of the full terms and conditions, please visit this page on Cork City Council’s website.

Please note: The person registering on this platform and applying for the licence will sign the declaration (digitally) and must be the holder of the accompanying insurance policy.

Application Charges

All applications for Hoarding/Scaffolding and Mobile Crane & Hoist licences incur an application charge including withdrawn and refused applications.

Applicants must ensure that the details submitted in the application are accurate.

A Charge will also apply to all Extension of Time Requests.

A consultation may be required for works of significant impact.

If you have any queries in advance of making an application please contact mary_mccaughley@corkcity.ie or emma_flynn@corkcity.ie

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