Can I build a tower on the pavement?

Legally, in order to install towers - short term or otherwise - on a "highway", a license must be obtained from the Highway Authority. A highway is defined as any place where the public has a right to pass, such as pavements, carriageways, footpaths and verges.

PASMA provides pavement license guidance for those using mobile access towers built in areas the public can cross on foot.

The guidance and license template was produced by PASMA in consultation with the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), the Highway Authority and the National Traffic Managers' Forum.

An example license application is available on the PASMA website and can be viewed here: Example License

PASMA's guidance notes can be found here: Guidance Notes.