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Licence Application to Erect, Construct, Place and Maintain a Hoarding/Scaffolding on a Public Road/Footpath

  • From: Cork City Council

  • Published on: 15 December 2022
  • Last updated on: 5 August 2025

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 locate a Hoarding/Scaffolding on a public road a Work Method Statement / Traffic Management Plan, which includes the following, must be submitted:

  • Proposed arrangements to ensure minimum impact on traffic flow.
  • Arrangements for site deliveries, including time of day restrictions, vehicle queuing arrangements etc.
  • Provision for storage of materials etc.
  • A non refundable Application Fee of €150 must accompany each application.
  • Please also note that all Extension of Time Requests will be charged €150.

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

Notes:

  • 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.
  • If a skip is required as part of this application then you must apply for this separately.

Application Charges

All applications for Hoarding/Scaffolding and Mobile Crane & Hoist licences incur an application charge including withdrawn and refused applications.

A charge will also apply to all extension of time requests.

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

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 patrick_oshea@corkcity.ie

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