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Essex County Council
(Chelmsford City) (Prohibition of Waiting, Loading and Stopping) and
(On-Street Parking Places) (Civil Enforcement Area) (Amendment No.78) Order 2026
Proposed upgrade of Zebra Crossing to Toucan Crossing on Pump Lane
Proposed conversion of footway to cycle track (with right of way on foot) on Pump Lane and Crocus Way
Proposed Traffic Calming on Mayne Crest
Notice is hereby given that the Essex County Council proposes to make the above Order under Sections 1(1), 2(1) to (3), 3(2), 4(1), 4(2), 23, 32(1), 35(1),45, 46, 49, 53, and Parts IV and III of Schedule 9 of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 (as amended), and Sections 65, 66, and 90(A-F) of the Highways Act 1980
Effect of the order:
1. To Implement: a ‘No stopping Mon-Fri 8am-9.30am and 2.30pm-4.30pm On Entrance Markings’
Road Description
Forsythia Close From a point (measured along the eastern kerb line) approximately 12 metres north of its junction with the vehicle access road to Springfield Primary School, to a point approximately 16 metres south for a total distance of approximately 28 metres.
2. To Implement: ‘No Waiting at Any Time’ Restrictions
Road Description
Crocus Way North Side:
(i) From a point in line with the extended western kerb line of Clematis Tye, southwest for approximately 33 metres.
(ii) From a point in line with the extended eastern kerb line of Clematis Tye, northeast for approximately 21.5 metres.
South Side:
(i) From a point in line with the extended western kerb line of Forsythia Close, southwest for approximately 57 metres.
(ii) From a point in line with the extended eastern kerb line of Forsythia Close, northeast for approximately 16 metres.
Clematis Tye Both Sides: From its junction with Crocus Way northwest for approximately 10 metres.
Forsythia Close Both Sides: From its junction with Crocus Way southeast for approximately 16 metres.
This Order will be incorporated into ‘The Essex County Council (Chelmsford City) (Prohibition of Waiting, Loading and Stopping) and (On-Street Parking Places) (Civil Enforcement Area) Consolidation Order 2019’ by substituting Map Tile: TL720 090 Revision 0 to Revision 1.
Notice is also hereby given that: Under Section 23 of the Road Traffic Regulations Act 1984 (as amended) the Essex County Council proposes:
3. To Upgrade: an existing ‘Zebra Crossing’ to a ‘Toucan Crossing’ on Pump Lane, Springfield, Chelmsford.
The Centre Line of the crossing is located approximately 16.5 metres northwest of its junction with Crocus Way. The width between the crossing studs is approximately 4 metres. The width between the stop lines is approximately 10 metres.
Zigzags for the above Toucan Crossing will be installed on Pump Lane approximately 29.5 metres either side of the crossing.
Notice is also hereby given that: Under Sections 65 and 66 of The Highways Act 1980, the Essex County Council proposes:
4. To Implement: a ‘Cycle Track (with right of way on foot)’ with a minimum width 3 metres on the below roads, Springfield, Chelmsford.
Road Description
Pump Lane East Side: From a point in line with the extended northern kerb line of Crocus Way, northwest for approximately 23.5 metres.
West Side: From a point approximately 7.5 metres north of the extended northern kerb line of Crocus Way, northwest for approximately 17 metres.
Crocus Way North Side: From its junction with Pump Lane, northeast for approximately 19.5 metres.
Mayne
Crest East Side: From a point approximately 30 metres south of its junction with Belmonde Drive, southeast for approximately 4.5 metres.
5. The scheme also proposes to install 2 buildouts on the east side of Mayne Crest
i) From a point approximately 24.5 metres south of its junction with Belmonde Drive south for 1.5 metres with a width of 1.1 metres.
ii) From a point approximately 30 metres south of its junction with Belmonde Drive south for 2 metres with a width of 1.1 metres.
Further details: All associated documents for the proposed scheme are available on the Essex Highways website: www.essexhighways.org/traffic-regulation-orders
If you need to view a hard copy of these documents, please call (or text) 07761 758317 to arrange a suitable time to inspect the documents quoting the below reference number.
Documents can be made available for inspection 8.30am-5.30pm Mon-Thurs and 8.30am-5pm on Friday at Essex County Council, County Hall E block main reception, Market Road, Chelmsford, as required. Alternatively, documents can be posted to you upon request.
Objections: Anyone who wishes to make an objection to the proposed scheme should send the grounds for their objection to the address above or via e-mail to TrafficRegulation.Order@essexhighways.org quoting reference TRAF/8788 by 12 June 2026
CYCLE TRACKS ACT 1984
(MAYNE CREST/PUMP LANE, CHELMSFORD) CYCLE TRACK ORDER 2026
Notice is hereby given that Essex County Council has made an Order under Section 3(1) of the Cycle Tracks Act 1984 to convert the footpath described below into a designated cycle track including a right of way for pedestrians.
The Order requires confirmation before it comes into operation and the conversion works can take place.
The conversion is shown on the plan annexed to the Order entitled “Pump Lane Toucan Crossing Cycle Track Order 2026”, drawing number B3553A46-EHF-LSI-SEC14-DRCH- 0002 Rev A, where the route is indicated by green honeycomb hatching.
Footpath to be converted:
The entire length of the existing footpath measuring approximately 31.0 metres in length and 3.1 metres in width connecting Mayne Crest and Pump Lane, Chelmsford.
Further Details:
A copy of the Order, the statement of reasons and the plan showing the footpath to be converted may be inspected, free of charge, during normal office hours at Chelmsford Library, County Hall, Market Road, Chelmsford CM1 1QH.
Representations:
Any person wishing to object to the above proposals should do so in writing, specifying the grounds upon which they object, to Network Assurance A2 Annexe, Seax House, County Hall, Victoria Road South, Chelmsford, Essex CM1 1QH or by email at TrafficRegulation.Order@essexhighways.org quoting the Order title before 12 June 2026
Paul Turner, Director of Legal and Assurance, Essex County Council, Essex Legal Services, Seax House, Victoria Road South, Chelmsford, Essex CM1 1QH
(A131, Main Road, Moulsham Hall Lane & London Road, Great Leighs)
(Special Event) (Temporary 30/40/50 Speed Limit) Order 2026
(A131 Laybys, Great Leighs) (Special Event)
(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2026
Notice is hereby given that the Essex County Council intends, not less than seven days from the date of this notice, to make the above Orders under section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 (as amended)
Effect of the order:
1. To temporarily introduce a 30mph Speed Limit on the following lengths of road in Great and Little Leighs in the City of Chelmsford.
| Road | Direction | Description |
|---|---|---|
| A131 Great Leigh Bypass |
Northbound | From a point approximately 240 metres south of Moulsham Hall roundabout, to a point approximately 50 metres south of the A131 London Road roundabout. |
| A131 Great Leigh Bypass |
Southbound | From a point approximately 150 metres south of A131 London Road roundabout to a point approximately 140 metres south of the Moulsham Hall roundabout, |
| Moulsham Hall Lane |
Both Directions |
From Moulsham Hall roundabout, north for approximately 173 metres |
| London Road | Both Directions |
From A131 Moulsham Hall Lane roundabout, north for approximately 250 metres. |
| Main Road | Both Directions |
From its junction with London Road, south for approximately 85 metres |
| 2. To temporarily introduce a 40mph Speed Limit on the following lengths of road in Great and Little Leighs in the City of Chelmsford. |
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| Road | Direction | Description |
| Moulsham Hall Lane |
Both Directions | From a point approximately 173 metres from the A131 roundabout northwest for approximately 180 metres |
| 3. To temporarily introduce a 50mph Speed Limit on the following lengths of road in Great and Little Leighs in the City of Chelmsford. |
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| Road | Direction | Description |
| A131 Great Leigh Bypass |
Northbound | From a point approximately 690 metres south of Moulsham Hall roundabout, north for approximately 450 metres. |
| A131 Great Leigh Bypass |
Southbound | From the A131 London Road roundabout south approximately 150 metres south. |
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The Essex County Council (A131, Great Leighs, Chelmsford & Braintree) (De-Restriction) Order 2007 is hereby temporary suspended insofar as it relates to the derestriction on the above lengths of A131 Great Leighs Bypass only. All other restrictions will remain in force. 4. To temporarily close both Laybys on the A131 Great Leigh Bypass, Great and Little Leighs in the City of Chelmsford. As specified below. |
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| Road | Direction | Description |
| A131 Great Leigh Bypass |
Southbound | From a point approximately 452 metres north of its junction with Moulsham Hall Lane, north for approximately 270 metres. |
| A131 Great Leigh Bypass |
Northbound | From a point approximately 270 metres north of its junction with Moulsham Hall Lane, north for approximately 270 metres |
The following order: The Essex County Council (Chelmsford City) (Prohibition of Waiting Loading and Stopping) and (On-Street Parking Places) (Civil Enforcement Area) Consolidation Order 2019 will be temporarily amended to include the temporary layby closure as stated in No 4 above all other restrictions and exemptions contained in the mentioned Orders and Amendments to those Orders shall remain in force.
The temporary restrictions are scheduled to be in place on 23 May 2026 to 25 May 2026 between the hours of 08:00 and 04:00 or where appropriate signs are showing and weather permitting and are required to facilitate the Music Event being held at the Chelmsford Racecourse.
Access for emergency vehicles and pedestrians will be maintained at all times during the closure.
The Order will come into effect on 23 May 2026 may continue in force for 18 months unless extended by the Secretary of State.
(A414 Three Mile Hill and A414 London Road) (AA National Flower Show Event) (Special Events) (Temporary 30mph Speed Limit) Order 2026
Notice is hereby given that Essex County Council in exercise of its powers under Section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 (as amended), has made the above Order to facilitate the AA National Flower Show Event at Hylands Park Estate.
Effect of the order: To introduce: a ‘Temporary 30mph Speed Limit’ Restriction on the following length of road in the Parishes of Margaretting, and Writtle, in the City of Chelmsford (currently National Speed Limit):
| Road | Description |
|---|---|
| A414 Three Mile Hill/A414 London Road. Northbound carriageway |
From the roundabout at the A12 junction northbound to the 40mph speed limit just before the Widford Roundabout. |
The Temporary 30mph Speed Limit is scheduled to take place from 07:00 on the 15 May 2026 to 19:00 on the 17 May 2026, or where appropriate signs are showing, and weather permitting and is required for the safety of visitors and other road users whilst the AA National Flower Show Event at Hylands Park Estate takes place.
Speed Enforcement cameras may be operating within the restricted lengths of road as specified.
Access for emergency vehicles and pedestrians will be maintained at all times during the closure.
The Order will come into effect on 15 May 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months unless extended by the Secretary of State
(High Street, Great Baddow) (Rotary Baddow 10 Mile Race) (Special Event)
(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2026
Notice is hereby given that Essex County Council in exercise of its powers under Section 16 (A-C) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 (as amended), has made the above Order to facilitate the Rotary Baddow 10-mile race.
Effect of the order: To temporarily close the following length of High Street in the parish of Great Baddow in the City of Chelmsford from its junction with Church Street to its junction with Galleywood Road and Vicarage Lane.
The alternative route will be Galleywood Road, Dorset Avenue, Chelmerton Avenue, Baddow Road, Tabors Hill, High Street and vice versa.
The restriction is scheduled to commence on 17 May 2026 between the hours of 10:00 and 11:45 or where appropriate signs are showing, and weather permitting and is required to facilitate the Rotary Baddow 10 Mile Race.
Access for emergency vehicles and pedestrians will be maintained at all times during the closure.
The Order will come into effect on 17 May 2026 and may continue in force for 3 days unless extended by the Secretary of State.
(A1060 Bishop Stortford Road, Roxwell) (Special Event)
(Essex Young Farmers Show) (Temporary 30 & 40 Speed Limit) Order 2026
Notice is hereby given that the Essex County Council has made the above Orders under section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 (as amended)
Effect of the order: To temporarily introduce a 30mph and 40mph Speed Limit on the A1060 Bishop Stortford Road, Roxwell, in the City of Chelmsford, as specified below. (The road is currently national speed limit)
| Road | Description | MPH |
|---|---|---|
| A1060 Bishop Stortford Road |
From a point approximately 115 metres east of the junction with Vicarage Road for approximately 250 metres west. |
40 |
| A1060 Bishop Stortford Road |
From a point approximately 115 metres west of the junction with Vicarage Road for approximately 845 metres west. |
30 |
The temporary speed restrictions are scheduled to be in place on 17 May 2026 for 1 day, between the hours of 08:00 and 17:00 or where appropriate signs are showing, and weather permitting and is required for the safety of the public while the Essex Young Farmers Show takes place. Traffic signals will also be on site to help with egress and ingress of the site. The Order will come into effect on 17 May 2026 may continue in force for 18 months unless extended by the Secretary of State.
(Wheelers Hill and A131 Essex Regiment Way, Little Waltham)
(Various Special Events) (Temporary Prohibition of Traffic, 30 Speed Limit and Clearway) Order 2026
Notice is hereby given that the Essex County Council intends, not less than seven days from the date of this notice, to make the above Order under section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 (as amended).
Effect of the orders:
1. To temporarily introduce ‘No Stopping at Any Time’ on the following length of roads (and on verges)
| Road | Direction | Description |
|---|---|---|
| A131 Essex Regiment Way |
Both carriageways |
From its junction with Back Lane north to its junction with Sheepcotes Roundabout. |
| Wheelers Hill | Both carriageways |
From its junction with A131 Essex Regiments Way Roundabout, east to its junction with Leighs Road. |
| 2. To temporarily introduce a 30-mph speed limit on the following length of road. | ||
| Road | Direction | Description |
| A131 Essex Regiment Way |
Both carriageways |
From its junction with Back Lane north to its junction with Sheepcotes Roundabout. |
| Wheelers Hill | Both carriageways |
From its junction with A131 Essex Regiments Way Roundabout, east to its junction with Leighs Road. |
| 3. To temporarily introduce prohibition of traffic on the following length of road, access only for buses. |
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| Location | Description | Diversion |
| Wheelers Hill, Little Waltham |
From approximately 232 metres east of the A131 roundabout to its junction with Leighs Road. |
Leighs Road, Drakes Lane, Boreham Road, Main Road, A131 Braintree Road, A131 Essex Regiment Way, Wheelers Hill and vice versa. |
The Order will come into effect on 23 May 2026 to 30 August 2026 for various events during this period as below, between the hours of 00:01 to 23:59. 23 May – Allday Indie Fest, 24 May – Country Club, 13 June – Boat Club, 22 August – Back to the 80s, 29 August – Summer Solstice, 30 August – R & B Lovers
(Tabors Avenue, Great Baddow) (Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2026
Notice is hereby given that the Essex County Council intends, not less than seven days from the date of this notice, to make the above Order under section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984.
Effect of the order: To temporarily close that length of Tabors Avenue, Great Baddow in the City of Chelmsford, from its junction with Baddow Road for a distance of approximately 280m in a north easterly direction.
The closure is scheduled to commence on 8th June 2026 for 5 days, or where stated on a valid permit (EP201EH2401553 – Essex County Council). The scheduled dates may vary for these works with appropriate signs showing and/or displayed on one.network.
The closure is required for the safety of the public and workforce while carriageway patching works are undertaken by Essex County Council. An alternative route is available via Tabors Avenue, Longmead Avenue, Longfield Road, Baddow Road and vice versa.
The Order will come into effect on 21st May 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
(Parkway & Broomfield Road, Chelmsford (Cycle Lane)
(Temporary Prohibition of Use) Order 2026
Notice is hereby given that the Essex County Council intends, not less than seven days from the date of this notice, to make the above Order under section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984.
Effect of the order: To temporarily close the cycle lane on Parkway & Broomfield Road, Chelmsford in the City of Chelmsford, from a point approximately 115m north east of its junction with Cedar Avenue West for a distance of approximately 110m in a north easterly direction.
The cycle lane closure is scheduled to commence on 8th June 2026 – (21:00-05:00) for 2 nights, or where stated on a valid permit (NK103DIS170121 & NK103DIS170121-1 – Virgin Media Limited). The scheduled dates may vary for these works with appropriate signs showing and/or displayed on one.network.
The cycle lane closure is required for the safety of the public and workforce while blockage clearance works are undertaken by Virgin Media Limited. An alternative diversion route is via: Parkway, Broomfield Road and vice versa.
The Order will come into effect on 21st May 2026 and may continue in force for 6 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
(Bell Street, Great Baddow) (Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2026
Notice is hereby given that the Essex County Council has made the above Order under section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984.
Effect of the order: To temporarily close that length of Bell Street, Great Baddow in the City of Chelmsford, from a point approximately 15m north east then north west of its junction with High Street for a distance of approximately 20m in a northerly direction.
The closure is scheduled to commence on 26th May 2026 for 3 days, or where stated on a valid permit (EN013347012 – Essex And Suffolk Water).
The scheduled dates may vary for these works with appropriate signs showing and/or displayed on one.network. The closure is required for the safety of the public and workforce while new connection works are undertaken by Essex And Suffolk Water.
An alternative route is available via Bell Street, High Street, Pump Hill.
The Order came into effect on 7th May 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
(Dixon Avenue, Chelmsford) (Temporary Prohibition of Traffic)
(Temporary Suspension of a One Way) Order 2026
Notice is hereby given that the Essex County Council has made the above Order under section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984.
Effect of the order:
1. To temporarily close that length of Dixon Avenue, Chelmsford in the City of Chelmsford, from a point approximately 95m north east of its junction with Swiss Avenue for a distance of approximately 20m in a north easterly direction.
2. To temporarily suspend a One Way in that length of Dixon Avenue, Chelmsford in the City of Chelmsford, from its junction with Kings Road to its junction with Swiss Avenue a distance of approximately 205m.The Essex County Council (Dixon Avenue, Chelmsford) (One Way) Order 2005 for the duration of the closure only.
The closure/suspension is scheduled to commence on 27th May 2026 for 1 day, or where stated on a valid permit (EC30077533880 – UK Power Networks). The scheduled dates may vary for these works with appropriate signs showing and/or displayed on one.network. The closure/suspension is required for the safety of the public and workforce while new connection works are undertaken by UK Power Networks.
An alternative route is available via Kings Road, Swiss Avenue, Dixon Avenue and vice versa. The Order came into effect on 7th May 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
(Tituswell Lane, Good Easter) (Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2026
Notice is hereby given that the Essex County Council has made the above Order under section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984.
Effect of the order: To temporarily close that length of Tituswell Lane, Good Easter, in the City of Chelmsford, from a point approximately 85m south west of its junction with School Road for a distance of approximately 75m in a south westerly direction.
The closure is scheduled to commence on 29th May 2026 for 1 day, or where stated on a valid permit (BC411001WGMW2C4T – Openreach Limited).
The scheduled dates may vary for these works with appropriate signs showing and/or displayed on one.network. The closure is required for the safety of the public and workforce while new telegraph pole installation and associated cabling works are undertaken by Openreach Limited.
No diversion route is available.
The Order came into effect on 7th May 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
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