Vehicle Access Markings:

A Vehicle Access Marking (VAM) is the white line installed in front of a 'vehicle crossover point' (dropped kerb) to a property and it provides a visual clue for other drivers not to obstruct the crossover.

A VAM is a prescribed road marking and they are installed between the 'flat kerbstones' of a crossover. Vehicle Crossover Points that cover multiple properties will require each household to apply separately for their respective VAM and pay the requisite fee. Unless all properties affected make application and pay the fee the VAM will not be installed.

VAMs do not provide enforcement powers for the Council's Civil Enforcement Officers and the enforcement power for obstruction for access and egress remains with the local police force. 

A VAM installation, or the re-painting of one, is £75 and VAM applications can be made using the Council's permit application system

Installations are carried out throughout the year at various times (weather dependant) by independent contractors.You will be allocated the next available date but could be 12 weeks from application.