Apply for a road closure
Before You Apply
A Temporary Traffic Regulation Order (TTRO) or Special Event Order (SEO) is required where it is necessary to temporarily restrict or prohibit traffic on the public highway.
Applications may be submitted for:
- Utility or highway works.
- Construction activities adjacent to the highway.
- Works that may present a danger to the public.
- Filming activities.
- Street parties, parades and other special events.
Applicants should not assume approval will be granted and should allow sufficient time for assessment and statutory processes.
Lead Times
|
Application Type |
Minimum Lead Time |
|---|---|
|
Road closures up to 5 days |
15 Working days |
|
Film notices for a 24-hour period |
15 Working days |
|
Road closures over 5 days |
3 Months |
|
Film orders up to 7 days |
10 Weeks |
|
Special events |
3 Months |
The longer lead time is required to allow statutory advertisement of the TTRO in a local newspaper.
Highway Licences Requiring Application
The following activities on the public highway require a separate licence:
- Compounds
- Flying compounds
- Cranes
- Cranes oversailing the highway
- Pit lanes
- Mobile apparatus
These require:
- Submission of the relevant application form.
- A minimum of 30 working days' notice.
Costs
Can be found here:
Highways Fees and Charges 2026-2027 – Highways Fees – Newham Council
Application Process
- Complete the relevant application form found below.
- Email it to: TrafficOrderApplications@newham.gov.uk
- The Council issues a pro-forma invoice.
- Payment can be made by:
Credit card (using details on the invoice); or
BACS transfer. - Proof of payment must be provided.
- The TTRO, SEO or licence is issued.
- Read the SOP (PDF)
Important
- No Highway Authority permission is granted until payment has been received, and the order/licence has been formally issued, unless otherwise agreed.
Application Forms
Temporary Traffic Regulation Order Part.1 Application form (Word)
Temporary Traffic Regulation Order Part 2 Application form (Word)
Compounds, Containers, flying compounds Pit lanes Application form (PDF)
Mobile Apparatus Application form (PDF)
Tower Crane and Oversail Application form (PDF)
Oversail Application form (PDF)
