Steps to Claim Pothole Damage in Nottinghamshire
To claim for pothole damage in Nottinghamshire, report the defect immediately via the MyNotts app or council website, then submit a formal compensation claim to Nottinghamshire County Council with photos of the damage/pothole, repair invoices, and precise location details. Claims are generally successful only if the council was negligent in maintenance.
- Report the Pothole: Use the MyNotts app or the Nottinghamshire County Council website to report the hazard. https://www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk/transport/roads/potholes
- Gather Evidence: Take photos of the pothole (include a reference item for scale), the damage to your vehicle, and note the exact time and date of the incident.
- Obtain Quotes/Invoices: Get a written report from a mechanic detailing that the damage was caused by a pothole.
- Submit the Claim: Contact the council responsible for the road. For most roads in Nottinghamshire, this is Nottinghamshire County Council. https://www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk/contact-and-complaints/contact-us/contact-us For A roads or motorways, contact National Highways.
Contact Information
Cheryl Day
- 07504850295
Find Elkesley Parish Council
High Street, E, Elkesley, Retford, Nottinghamshire, DN22 8AJ
Additional Information
Meetings are held at Elkesley Memorial Hall, High Street, Elkesley, Retford, DN22 8AJ