Roads Obstructions

Highways must be kept clear of obstructions for safety reasons. The local authority has the power to serve notice on a person who commits an offence of wilful obstruction on the highway. In certain circumstances the courts allow the highway authority to remove obstructions and recover reasonable costs incurred in doing so from the offender.

The Environmental Crime Unit will investigate all incidents of highway obstruction. This can include builders’ materials, skips, scaffolding or other obstructions. A permit is required from the Highways Service by anyone who wants to place a Skip on the highway.

Eligibility
None.

Required Customer Information
None.

Service Level Agreement and Turnaround
The initial investigation will be completed within 10 days after which time the complainant will be advised whether or not further action will be taken or the incident closed.

More information about this service

Contact Us

Address:
Environmental Crime Unit
7 Melling Drive
Enfield
EN1 4BR.
Map

Telephone:
020 8379 2147.

Fax:
020 8379 2190.

Opening Hours:
Monday to Friday
9.00am - 5.00pm

Call Centre:
24 hours.

Useful Links

Report a Road or Pavement Obstruction Online.

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