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Guidance for applying for stopping up orders

Guidance for applying for stopping up orders

Read the appropriate guidance before applying for a stopping up order to permanently close a highway, footpath, bridleway or restricted byway.

Section 116 closures guidance 313.46 KB PDF
Section 247 closures guidance 165.65 KB PDF
Section 257 closures guidance 130.45 KB PDF

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