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.

All applications for Hoarding/Scaffolding and Mobile Crane & Hoist licences incur an application charge including withdrawn and refused applications.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