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Essex - Prohibition Of Waiting, Loading And Stopping And On-Street Parking Places Order
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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.69) Order 2026
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), 32(1), 35(1), 45, 46, 47, 49, 53, and Part IV and Part III of Schedule 9 of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 (as amended).
Effect of the order:
1. To implement ‘Limited Waiting Mon-Fri 8am-4pm 1 hour No return within
2 hours’ Restrictions.
| Road | Description South Side: |
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| Remembrance Avenue Laybys, Chelmsford Garden Communit |
(i) From a point approximately 29 metres east of the extended eastern kerb line of New Hall Way, east for approximately 18 metres. |
| (ii) From a point approximately 2 metres west of the extended western kerb line of Banham Drive, west for approximately 18 metres. |
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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 Tiles: TL730 105 Revision 0 to Revision 1 and TL735 107 Revision 0 to Revision 1. 2. To Revoke: ‘No Waiting at Any Time’ and Implement: ‘No Stopping at Any Time Except Buses’ Restrictions. |
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| Road | Description |
| Remembrance Avenue, Chelmsford Garden Community |
South Side: From a point approximately 139 metres west of its junction with Generals Lane Roundabout, west for approximately 23 metres. |
| North Side: From a point approximately 99 metres west of its junction with Generals Lane Roundabout, west for approximately 23 metres. |
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Date of operation: The Order will come into operation on 26 October 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. 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. Alternatively, documents can be posted to you upon request.
Application to the high court: Anyone who wishes to question the validity of the Order of 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.
(Colchester Road, Chelmer Village)
(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 Colchester Road, Chelmer Village in the City of Chelmsford, from its junction with Colchester Road Roundabout to its junction with White Hart Lane Roundabout a distance of approximately 225m (north easterly only).
The closure is scheduled to commence on 18th November 2026 for 2 nights – (20:00-05:00), or where stated on a valid permit (XJ007CFD148-PGN-MWP – Paragon Traffic Management).
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 telecom mast works are undertaken by Paragon Traffic Management.
An alternative route is available via B1137, A138, B1137 and vice versa.
The Order will come into effect on 29th October 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
(Queen Street, Chelmsford)
(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 Queen Street, Chelmsford in the City of Chelmsford, from its junction with Moulsham Street for a distance of approximately 20m in a north westerly direction.
The closure is scheduled to commence on 16th November 2026 for 5 days, or where stated on a valid permit (EC30018139417– 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 upgrade works are undertaken by UK Power Networks.
An alternative route is available via: Queen Street, B1007, Southborough Road,
Moulsham Street and vice versa.
The Order will come into effect on 29th October 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
(Chatham Hall Lane, Little Waltham/Great Waltham)
(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 Chatham Hall Lane, Little Waltham/Great Waltham in the City of Chelmsford, from the junction with Braintree Road for a distance of approximately 1255m in a north westerly, north easterly then north westerly direction.
The closure is scheduled to commence on 2nd November 2026 for 4 days, or where stated on a valid permit (BC311003WH3FFN2R & BC311005WH3FFN2R – 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 cabling works are undertaken by Openreach.
An alternative route is available via Chatham Hall Lane, Parsonage Lane, Main Road, The Village, Chelmsford Road, B1008 and vice versa.
The Order came into effect on 15th October 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
(Chatham Green, Little Waltham)
(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 Chatham Green, Little Waltham in the City of Chelmsford, from a point approximately 165m north west of its junction with Strawbrook Hill for a distance of approximately 65m in a north westerly direction.
The closure is scheduled to commence on 3rd November 2026 for 2 days, or where stated on a valid permit (BC411001WH4P448Y – 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 erection works are undertaken by Openreach.
An alternative route is available via Chatham Green, Whitbreads Farm Lane, A131, Chatham Green and vice versa.
The Order came into effect on 15th October 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
(Fountain Road, 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 Fountain Road, Good Easter in the City of Chelmsford, from its junction with Chelmsford Road for a distance of approximately 30m in a north easterly direction.
The closure is scheduled to commence on 4th November 2026 for 2 days, or where stated on a valid permit (BC411001WH2VJP6W – 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 Fountain Road, School Road, Amadyes Lane, Shorts Farm Road, High Easter Road, A1060 and vice versa.
The Order came into effect on 15th October 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
(Hulls Lane, Sandon)
(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 Hulls Lane, Sandon in the City of Chelmsford, from a point approximately 275m north east of its junction with Woodhill Road for a distance of approximately 135m in a north easterly direction.
The closure is scheduled to commence on 2nd November 2026 for 3 days, or where stated on a valid permit (BC311001WH1V6F7X – 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 blockage clearance and duct laying works are undertaken by Openreach.
An alternative route is available via Hulls Lane, A414, A1060, Brick Kiln Road, Woodhill Road, Hulls Lane and vice versa.
The Order came into effect on 15th October 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
(Various Roads, City of Chelmsford, Borough of Basildon & District of Rochford)
(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic & Temporary Introduction of a Clearway) (Streetworks SW15) 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 those lengths of roads in the City of Chelmsford, Borough of Basildon & District of Rochford as specified in the schedule to this Order.
2. A temporary ‘No Waiting, No Loading and No Stopping’ restriction will be introduced on both sides of carriageway on those lengths of roads specified in the schedule. Signs will be installed indicating when the No Waiting, No Loading and No Stopping restriction will be in force.
“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 ‘No Waiting, No Loading and No Stopping at Any Time’ restriction and suspend any existing parking and waiting restrictions on the above lengths of roads only.
All other restrictions and exemptions contained in the aforementioned Order and Amendments to that Order shall remain in force.
The Essex County Council (Basildon Borough) (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 roads only. All other restrictions and exemptions contained in the aforementioned Order and Amendments to that Order shall remain in force.
The Essex County Council (Rochford 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 roads 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 22nd October 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 closures/restrictions are required for the safety of the public and workforce while carriageway resurfacing works are undertaken by County Range. The Order came into effect on 24th September 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
Schedule SW15
| Road (Southbound Only) |
Description | Alternative Route |
|---|---|---|
| A130 New Bypass, Rettendon/Shotgate/ A130 Rawreth Bypass, Rawreth/A130 New Bypass, Bowers Gifford |
from the junction with Off Slip Road From A130 New Bypass Southbound to the junction with A1245 Canvey Way a distance of approximately 5255m |
Off Slip Road From A130 New Bypass Southbound, A130 New Bypass Roundabout, A1245, A132, Slip Road To A132 New Bypass, A12, A127, Arterial Road Slip Road from A127 to A1245 Eastbound, Fairglen Interchange, A1245, A130 New Bypass, Bowers Gifford |
| On Slip Road To A130 New Bypass Southbound, Rettendon |
from its junction with |
As above |
| (Northbound Only) A130 New Bypass, Bowers Gifford/A130 Rawreth Bypass, Rawreth/A130 New Bypass, Shotgate/A130 New Bypass, Rettendon |
from both of the junctions |
A130, A1245, Southend Arterial Road Slip Road A130 to A127 Westbound, A127, A12, Gingerbreadhall Bridge Roundabout, A130 Off Slip Road From A130 New Bypass Southbound, A1245, A132, On Slip Road A130 to A130 New Bypass Northbound |
| (Southbound Only) A130 New Bypass, Galleywood/Sandon/ West Hanningfield/ East Hanningfield/ Rettendon/Runwell |
from the junction with Gingerbreadhall Bridge Roundabout to the junction with Off Slip Road from A130 New Bypass Southbound a distance of approximately 8655m |
A12, A127, Arterial Road Off Slip Road From A127 To A1245 Eastbound, Fairglen Interchange, A1245, A130, Slip Road From A130 New Bypass Northbound, A132, Rettendon Turnpike, A1245, On Slip Road To A130 New Bypass Southbound |
| On Slip Road To A130 New Bypass Northbound, Rettendon |
from its junction with A132 Runwell Road to its junction with A130 New Bypass a ditance of approximately 460m |
As below |
| (Northbound Only) A130 New Bypass, Rettendon/Runwell/ East Hannigfield/ West Hanningfield/ Sandon/Galleywood |
from the junction with Off Slip Road To A130 New Bypass Northbound to the junction with Gingerbreadhall Bridge Roundabout a distance of approximately 8870m |
A130, Slip Road A130 New Bypass North bound, A132, Rettendon Turnpike, A1245, Slip Road To A130 New Bypass Southbound, A130, A1245, A127, A12 |
| (Southbound Only) A130 New Bypass, Galleywood/Sandon/ West Hanningfield/East Hanningfield/Rettendon/ Runwell/Shotgate & A130 Rawreth Bypass/Rawreth & A130 New Bypass, Bowers Gifford |
from the junction with Gingerbreadhall Bridge Roundabout to the junction with A130 New Bypass, Bowers Gifford a distance of approximately 13960m |
A12, A127, Fairglen Interchange, A1245, A130 New Bypass, Bowers Gifford |
| (Northbound Only) A130 New Bypass, Bowers Gifford, A130 Rawreth Bypass, Rawreth & A130 New Bypass, Shotgate/ Runwell/Rettendon/ East Hanningfield/ West Hanningfield/ Sandon/Galleywood |
from the junction with A130 with Canvey Way (Rayleigh Spur) to the junction with Gingerbreadhall Bridge Roundabout a distance of approximatey 13980m |
A1245, Fairglen Interchange, A127, A12 |
| DATED: 22ND OCTOBER 2026 | ||
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