The requirements for adoption of highway structures must be discussed with LCC before a planning application is submitted.
A Commuted Sum shall be paid to contribute to any future replacement and/or maintenance of highway structures that will be adopted by LCC. Commuted Sums shall be calculated in accordance with ADEPT Bridges Commuted Sums Guidance 2017. Rates are index-linked and reviewed annually.
Before adoption, and in accordance with the Construction (Design & Management) Regulations, the following information must be provided:
- the Health and Safety File,
- as-built drawings in an electronic format (e.g. *.dwg),
- approved design calculations (if not already received),
- inspection certificates,
- material-testing certificates,
- digital photographs in an electronic format
- maintenance manuals,
- a Certificate of Construction Compliance (CCC).
This information must be submitted in advance of a request for a final certificate of completion to the highway authority (full adoption certificate). Failure to comply will jeopardise the ability of the highway authority to adopt a structure.