Adopted road enquiries
View the register of roads maintained by us (PDF, 3319.34 KB), also known as adopted roads or public highway.
For those without online access at home, the council provides online access at various sites. A copy can also be made available at the Enfield Town Library on Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm.
You can also request written confirmation with additional details and the plan of an adopted road for a fee.
| Type | Charge |
|---|---|
One single site location and up to a maximum of 6 questions | £62 |
Sites covering a large area or with multiple properties at a location | £124 |
You can also email transportation@enfield.gov.uk for details on an adopted road, or post it to:
Traffic and Transportation Services
Enfield Council
Civic Centre
Silver Street
Enfield
EN1 3XA
Permission to work on adopted roads
Section 278 Agreement
A Section 278 Agreement is a legally binding document between the council and a developer which allows the developer to alter the Public Highway to suit a new development.
The works must be agreed and supervised by the council. Legal fees as well as bonds and supervision fees also must be paid before works can start.
Road adoptions
Section 38 Agreement
A Section 38 Agreement is a legally binding document between the council and a developer where the developer wishes to have the newly constructed roads adopted by the council.
The works must be agreed and supervised by the council. Legal fees as well as bonds and supervision fees also must be paid before works can start.