Temporary advertising boards (A-boards)
Do I need an A-board?
A-boards can create an
obstruction and be nuisance for pedestrians. There are
lots of other 'off highway' advertising methods you should
consider instead of an A-board.
Fixed wall boards, mounted display
boxes, window displays, hanging signs and changeable cloth
signs are all examples
of alternative advertising (PDF, 1.5Mb). Please note,
you may still require planning permission from your borough or district
council.
Do I need a licence to use an A-board?
Kent County Council no longer
grant permission for A-boards and there is no licence to apply
for.
If you own a business and want to
place an A-board on the pavement outside your property, planning
permission may be required. Please contact your local
borough or district council planning
authority for further information.
You must do this before you start
using the A-board.
Are you A-board aware?
When using an A-board you are
responsible for complying with Kent County Council's A-board requirements. The
requirements exist to protect all highway users, including those
with mobility and visual impairments. Action will be taken to
remove unauthorised problem items or items that cause an
obstruction.
From November 2011, businesses that
sign up to comply with the requirements will be given a window
sticker to display. The sticker recognises your
commitment to public safety and awareness of the issues that
A-boards can present to highway users.
To get your window sticker email
roadworks.licensing@kent.gov.uk or
write to:
KCC Highways and Transportation –
Roadworks Teams
Invicta House
County Hall
Maidstone
Kent. ME14 1XX
Please include:
- your business name
- full contact details
- a photo of your A-board in
position at your premise.
- confirmation that your business will
comply with the KCC A-board requirements