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Essex - Multiple Traffic Notices, Temporary Closures and Parking Restrictions
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Essex County Council
(Epping Forest District) (Prohibition of Waiting, Loading and Stopping)
and (On-Street Parking Places) (Civil Enforcement Area)
(Amendment No.55) Order 2026
Notice is hereby given that the Essex County Council has made the above Order under Sections 1(1), 2(1) to (3), 3(2), 4(1), 4(2), 32(1), 35(1), 45, 46, 49, 53 and Parts III and IV of Schedule 9 of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 (as amended).
Effect of the Order:
1. To Revoke: ‘Red Route – No Stopping Mon-Fri 8:15am-9:15am 2:30pm-3:30pm Restrictions’
Road: Broomstick Hall Road
Description
North Side: From a point approximately 4 metres east of the rear property wall of No.14 Brookside east for approximately 40 metres.
South Side: From a point approximately 1 metre east of the rear property wall of No.14 Brookside, east for approximately 29 metres.
2. To Implement: Red Route – ‘No Stopping at Any Time Restrictions’
Road: Broomstick Hall Road
Description
South Side: From a point approximately 1 metre east of the rear property wall of 14 Brookside, west for approximately 37 metres.
This Order will be incorporated into the ‘Essex County Council (Epping Forest District) (Prohibition of Waiting, Loading and Stopping) and (On-Street Parking Places) (Civil Enforcement Area) Consolidation Order 2019’ by substituting map tiles: TL390 007 Revision 5 to Revision 6 and TL395 007 Revision 4 to Revision 5.
Date of operation: The Order will come into operation on 24 August 2026
Further details: 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, if so required. Alternatively, documents can be posted to you upon request.
Application to the high court: Anyone who wishes to question the validity of the Order or any provision contained in it on the grounds that it is not within the powers conferred by the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 (as amended) or on the grounds that any requirement of the Act, or any instrument made under it, has not been complied with in relation to the Order, may within six weeks from the date of the making of the Order apply to the High Court for this purpose.
(Epping Forest District) (Prohibition of Waiting, Loading and Stopping)
and (On-Street Parking Places) (Civil Enforcement Area)
(Amendment 60 part 1) Order 2026.
Notice is hereby given Colchester City Council acting on behalf of the North Essex Parking Partnership in exercise of the delegated powers of the traffic authority Essex County Council granted under an Agreement dated 1st July 2022 has made the above Order under Sections 1(1), 2(1) to (3), 4(1), 4(2), 32, 35, 45, 46, 49 and 53 and Parts III and IV of schedule 9 of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984
The effect of the Order:
- To introduce No Stopping at Any Time restrictions at the junction of Sheering Road and Church Lane, Sheering.
- To introduce No Waiting at Any Time restrictions on the north side of Roding Lane, Buckhurst Hill (near Rous Road) from number 61 to the entrance of the Roding Valley Recreation Ground.
- To introduce a Resident Permit Holders Only parking area (RDL) outside numbers 1 to 11 Rue De St Lawrence, Waltham Abbey.
- To introduce No Stopping at Any Time restrictions at the two access roads to Epping Upland School, Carters Lane, Epping.
- To amend Schedules 3 and 5 in The Essex County Council (Epping Forest District) (Prohibition of Waiting, Loading and Stopping) and (On-Street Parking Places) (Civil Enforcement Area) Consolidation Order 2019 to append the items set out in Schedule 1 of this Order.
This Order will be incorporated into The Essex County Council (Epping Forest District) (Prohibition of Waiting, Loading and Stopping) and (On-Street Parking Places) (Civil Enforcement Area) Consolidation Order 2019 by replacing tile numbers TQ420 940 revision 1 with revision 2, TL380 002 revision 9 with revision 10, TL435 050 revision 0 with revision 1 & the introduction of Tile number TL505 140.
Date of operation: The Order will come into operation on 14th September 2026.
Further details: The Order and other documents giving more detailed particulars of the Orders can be viewed at https://north.parkingpartnership.org/traffic-regulation/ (EFDC60 part 1)
Application to the high court: Anyone who wishes to question the validity of the Order or any provision contained in it on the grounds that it is not within the powers conferred by the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 or on the grounds that any requirement of the Act, or any instrument made under it, has not been complied with in relation to the Order, may within six weeks from the date of the making of the Order apply to the High Court for this purpose.
(Footpaths 65, 66, 67, 121, Harlow) (Harlow Town Show, Special Event)
(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 Orders under section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 (as amended).
Effect of the orders: To temporarily introduce closures on the following footpaths in the District of Harlow.
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Footpath No |
Description |
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Footpath 65, Harlow |
From its junction with footpath 66, southwest for approximately 275 metres |
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Footpath 66, Harlow |
From its junction with Edinburgh Way southeast for approximately 340 metres to its junction with Park Lane. |
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Footpath 67, Harlow |
From its junction with Edinburgh Way southeast for approximately 135 metres. |
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Footpath 121, Harlow |
From its junction with Footpath 65 southeast for approximately 108 metres to its junction with Park Lane. |
The temporary restrictions are scheduled to commence on 24 August 2026 to 02 September 2026 or where appropriate signs are showing and are required for the safety of the public while Harlow Town Show takes place. The area will be barriered off, with stewards during event hours.
The diversion will be via: School Lane, Edinburgh Way, Park Lane, Fifth Avenue and vice versa.
The Order will come into effect on 24 August 2026 and may continue in force for 6 months or until the Event has been completed, whichever is the earlier.
(Burntmill Lane, Harlow) (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 Burntmill Lane, Harlow in the District of Harlow, from a point approximately 255m south east of its junction with Eastwick Road in a south easterly direction for a distance of approximately 10m in a south westerly direction. The closure is scheduled to commence on 14th September 2026 for 14 days, or where stated on a valid permit (EP20123270443 – 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 bridge strengthening works are undertaken by Essex County Council.
No diversion route available.
The Order will come into effect on 20th August 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
(Fernhall Lane, Waltham Abbey)
(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 Fernhall Lane, Waltham Abbey in the District of Epping Forest, from a point approximately 205m north west of its junction with Long Street for a distance of approximately 120m in a north westerly direction.
The closure is scheduled to commence on 16th September 2026 for 1 day, or where stated on a valid permit (BC411001WGSL366J – Openreach). 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 pole replacement works are undertaken by Openreach.
An alternative route is available via Fernhall Lane, Long Street and vice versa.
The Order will come into effect on 20th August 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
(Harlow Road, Moreton) (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 Harlow Road, Moreton in the District of Epping Forest, from a point approximately 245m north west of its junction with Mill Lane for a distance of approximately 100m in a north westerly direction. The closure is scheduled to commence on 17th September 2026 for 2 days, or where stated on a valid permit (BC411002WGMJMN0N – Openreach). 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 pole replacement works are undertaken by Openreach.
An alternative route is available via Harlow Road, Mill Lane, Church Road, High Laver Road, Harlow Road and vice versa.
The Order will come into effect on 20th August 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
(Hoe Lane, Lambourne) (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 Hoe Lane, Lambourne in the District of Epping Forest, from a point approximately 80m south east of its junction with Alderwood Drive for a distance of approximately 25m in a south easterly direction. The closure is scheduled to commence on 16th September 2026 for 7 days, or where stated on a valid permit (EC30058962113 – UK Power Networks). 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 connection works are undertaken by UK Power Networks.
An alternative route is available via A113, A1112, Lambourne Road, Manor Road and vice versa (with access only into Hoe Lane).
The Order will come into effect on 20th August 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
(Kings Green, Loughton) (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 Kings Green, Loughton in the District of Epping Forest, from its junction with Church Hill for a distance of approximately 25m in a north easterly direction. The closure is scheduled to commence on 14th September 2026 for 1 night (19:00-00:00), or where stated on a valid permit (MU11301209672 – Thames Water Utilities). 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 water repair works are undertaken by Thames Water Utilities.
An alternative route is available via Church Hill, York Hill, Kings Green and vice versa.
The Order will come into effect on 20th August 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
(Pedlars End, Bobbingworth) (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 Pedlars End, Bobbingworth in the District of Epping Forest, from a point approximately 30m south west of its junction with Bridge Road for a distance of approximately 70m in a south westerly direction. The closure is scheduled to commence on 17th September 2026 for 2 days, or where stated on a valid permit (BC411002WGLWPT2D – Openreach). 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 pole replacement works are undertaken by Openreach.
An alternative route is available via Pedlars End, Moreton Road, Hobens Farm Road, Gainsthorpe Road, Moreton Bridge and vice versa.
The Order will come into effect on 20th August 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
(Various Roads, District of Harlow) (Temporary Prohibition of Traffic & Temporary Introduction of a Clearway) Order (No.5) 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 those lengths of road in the District of Harlow as specified in the schedule.
- A temporary ‘No Waiting, No Loading and No Stopping’ restriction will be introduced on both sides of carriageway on the above lengths of road for the duration of the closures to facilitate the works. Signs will be installed indicating when the No Waiting, No Loading and No Stopping restriction will be in force.
"The Essex County Council (Harlow District) (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 ‘No Waiting, No Loading and No Stopping at Any Time’ restriction and suspend any existing parking and waiting restrictions on the above lengths of road only. All other restrictions and exemptions contained in the aforementioned Order and Amendments to that Order shall remain in force.
The works being undertaken will take place within an 18-month period from 20th August 2026 exact dates will be specified on one.network. These roads will be closed to facilitate each phase of works and then re-opened to the public. Access will be maintained for emergency services. Diversion route will be signed at each location and residents will be informed of the dates of each phase via letter/leaflet drop and advanced warning signs on the road. For all enquiries, please contact our Contact Centre on 0345 603 7631.
The Order will come into effect on 20th August 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
Schedule:
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Road |
Description |
Alternative Route |
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Pyenest Road, Harlow |
From its junction with Kingsmoor Road to its junction with Abercrombie Way a distance of approximately 695m |
Kingsmoor Road, A1169, Abercrombie Way and vice versa. |
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Second Avenue, Harlow |
From its junction with Third Avenue to its junction with A414 a distance of approximately 1940m. |
A414, Edinburgh Way, A1019 and vice versa. |
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First Avenue, Harlow |
From its junction with Fifth Avenue to its junction with A414 a distance of approximately 2315m. |
A414, Edinburgh Way, Fifth Avenue and vice versa. |
(Various Roads, Epping) (Temporary Prohibition of Traffic & Temporary Introduction of a Clearway) (Streetworks No.12) 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 those lengths of road in the District of Epping Forest, as detailed in the Schedule.
- A temporary ‘No Waiting, No Loading and No Stopping’ restriction will be introduced on both sides of carriageway on the above lengths of road for the duration of the closures to facilitate the works. Signs will be installed indicating when the No Waiting restriction will be in force.
"The Essex County Council (Epping District) (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 ‘No Waiting, No Loading and No Stopping at Any Time’ restriction and suspend any existing parking and waiting restrictions on the above lengths of road only. All other restrictions and exemptions contained in the aforementioned Order and Amendments to that Order shall remain in force.
The works are scheduled to commence after 20th August 2026, as stated on a valid permit. The scheduled dates may vary for these works with appropriate signs showing and/or displayed on one.network. The roads will be closed to facilitate each phase and then re-opened to the public. Access will be maintained for emergency services. Diversion routes will be signed at each location and residents will be informed of the dates of each phase via letter/leaflet drop and advanced warning signs on the roads.
The closure/clearway is required for the safety of the public and workforce while water main replacement works are undertaken by Thames Water.
The Order will come into effect on 20th August 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
Schedule
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Road |
Description |
Alternative Route |
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Shaftesbury, Loughton |
From its junction with Forest Road for a distance of approximately 300m in an easterly then south easterly direction |
No diversion route is available |
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Pyrles Lane, Loughton |
From its junction with Englands Lane to its junction with Hillyfields a distance of approximately 250m. |
Englands Lane, Lower Road, A121, Rectory Lane, Pyrles Lane and vice versa. |
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Roundmead Avenue, Loughton |
From its junction with Hilltop to its junction with Marjorams Avenue a distance of approximately 385m |
No diversion route is available |
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Roundmead Close, Loughton |
From its junction with Roundmead Avenue for a distance of approximately 135m in south westerly direction |
No diversion route is available |
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The Greens Close, Loughton |
From its junction with Marjorams Avenue for a distance of approximately 135m in a south westerly direction. |
No diversion route is available |
(Various Roads, Epping) (Temporary Prohibition of Traffic & Temporary Introduction of a Clearway) (Streetworks No.13) 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 those lengths of road in the District of Epping Forest, as detailed in the Schedule.
- A temporary ‘No Waiting, No Loading and No Stopping’ restriction will be introduced on both sides of carriageway on the above lengths of road for the duration of the closures to facilitate the works. Signs will be installed indicating when the No Waiting restriction will be in force.
“The Essex County Council (Epping District) (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 ‘No Waiting, No Loading and No Stopping at Any Time’ restriction and suspend any existing parking and waiting restrictions on the above lengths of road only. All other restrictions and exemptions contained in the aforementioned Order and Amendments to that Order shall remain in force.
The works are scheduled to commence after 20th August 2026, as stated on a valid permit. The scheduled dates may vary for these works with appropriate signs showing and/or displayed on one.network. The roads will be closed to facilitate each phase and then re-opened to the public. Access will be maintained for emergency services. Diversion routes will be signed at each location and residents will be informed of
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