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Manhole Cover - Dropped Kerb

Mattyboy117
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on ‎25-03-2023 09:57

Hello, I haven't got WhatsApp so I'll try this forum.

I am currently in the process of getting a dropped kerb installed for a driveway. I believe I have a Virgin Media manhole on the pavement where the dropped kerb is to be installed. The manhole cover has CAT V written on it.
So far I have obtain planning permission from the council but there are conditions, one of them being to contact the appropriate utility services to reach an agreement on the necessary alterations. The manhole will need to be adjusted to suit the slope in the pavement. I'm not sure who to contact, I've looked on this forum and have seen other people in the same position as me having difficulties getting in touch with the right people.
I think I may need one of your assessors to have a look. I'm guessing the council will also need written permission to allow the top of manhole to be altered for vehicular access for the parking space. I have someone who can work on pavements and is happy to alter the manhole to suit the dropped kerb if that's possible.

 

Any info will be appreciated.

Thanks, Mat.

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Alessandro Volta
In response to ahojrian

on ‎06-03-2024 17:06

The Council should have checked for any obstruction before giving permission. If you had already asked them for a dropped kerb they should have told VM to put it somewhere else.

Otherwise they will agree because broadband services are a national priority and they must have connection points. 

- jpeg1
My name is NOT Alessandro. That's just a tag Virginmedia sticks on some contributors. Please ignore it.
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ahojrian
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In response to jpeg1

on ‎06-03-2024 17:18

Okay thank you for your help! 

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Ed111
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In response to Mattyboy117

on ‎20-06-2024 16:54

I need help with this issue.I have the same problem.

who has to pay for all the costs to move this box when it's not our fault.

Is there any other solution for it

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jpeg1
Alessandro Volta
In response to Ed111

on ‎20-06-2024 17:07

@Ed111 wrote:

I need help with this issue.I have the same problem.

who has to pay for all the costs to move this box when it's not our fault.

Is there any other solution for it

There's no such thing as fault, if it's been done legally.  Planning is strictly first come, first served.

- jpeg1
My name is NOT Alessandro. That's just a tag Virginmedia sticks on some contributors. Please ignore it.
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IPFreely
Fibre optic
In response to Ed111

on ‎20-06-2024 17:30

@Ed111 wrote:

I need help with this issue.I have the same problem.

who has to pay for all the costs to move this box when it's not our fault.

Is there any other solution for it

You do. You're the one that wants to modify the pavement. There is no other solution: you would have to do the same for any BT / Openreach or other cabinets or chambers to ensure they maintain clearance. Up to you to come to an agreement with the cable company and any other utilities your plans will impact. 

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