Dunstable Road, Luton - Temporary Road Closure

THE BOROUGH OF LUTON
(DUNSTABLE ROAD)
(TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE)
ORDER 2023

NOTICE is hereby given that Luton Borough Council, the Highway Authority for the said Borough, intends to make the above Order under the relevant provisions of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 (as amended).

The Order will come into operation on 24th April 2023 for a period of 18 months or when the proposed works have been completed, whichever is the earlier. Anticipated dates and times of closure 24th April 2023 to 12th May 2023, 8pm to 5am. Specific dates and times will be signed locally. The Order will therefore be in operation during such date and time and to such extent as indicated by traffic signs, barriers or cones.

The effect of the Order will allow the Council to close to vehicular traffic Dunstable Road from its junction with Hatters Way to its junction with Hazelbury Crescent. Diversion route via Hatters Way, Chaul End lane, Dunstable Road.

The Order is intended to create a window for the works to be done and it is anticipated that the works will be completed over a period within the date described as above. The purpose of the Order is to allow traffic signal upgrade works to be carried out. For the period of the closure, the Order will also provide for “No Waiting and No Loading” restrictions to apply within the road and length of road closed for said works. Any vehicle deemed to be in contravention of the restrictions will be issued with a penalty charge notice and removed. This will be in force when traffic signs, barriers or cones are displayed. Access will be maintained as best as possible to properties where this may be done safely whilst such works are being carried out and diversions for traffic will be marked by signs. Details of road closures and diversions can be found at http://www.luton.gov.uk/roadworks, or telephone Volker Highways OOH Call Centre on 01582 693469.

8th March 2023
Highway Services Manager
Building 14, Central Depot
Kingsway, Luton LU4 8AU