Legal Agreements & Highway Works
Simplify Complex Processes with Expert Legal Agreements and Highway Works
Capital Transport Planning provides expert guidance for highway agreements and infrastructure works, helping developments achieve compliance, secure approvals, and move projects forward with confidence.
Why Capital Transport Planning?
At Capital Transport Planning (CTP), we offer expert guidance and support for developers navigating the complexities of legal agreements under the Highways Act 1980. Whether your project requires alterations to existing highways or the creation of new roads, we ensure compliance with statutory obligations, technical standards, and local authority requirements to facilitate a seamless approval process.
1. Strategic Planning
We collaborate with stakeholders to develop tailored strategies that align with local policies and the needs of your community, ensuring that your Active Travel Zone supports healthy, sustainable lifestyles.
2. Infrastructure Design
From safe cycling lanes to pedestrian-friendly streets, we provide detailed plans that prioritise accessibility and safety while balancing the needs of all road users.
3. Traffic Impact Assessments
Our data-driven analysis helps assess the effects of proposed measures, ensuring minimal disruption to traffic flow and optimal benefits for active travel users.
4. Community Engagement
We facilitate consultations and workshops to involve local residents and businesses in the planning process, fostering buy-in and long-term success for your Active Travel Zone.
5. Policy Compliance
With a deep understanding of UK transport regulations, we ensure your project meets all required standards and benefits from available funding and grants.
How We Can Help You with Your Project
Understanding Legal agreements and highway works services
Section 278 Agreement
A Section 278 (S278) Agreement allows developers to make permanent alterations or improvements to existing public highways as part of a development project. These agreements are essential for integrating developments into the surrounding transport network and mitigating potential traffic impacts.
Common Improvements Under S278 Agreements:
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Construction or enhancement of roundabouts and priority junctions.
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Installation of traffic signals or right-turn lanes.
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Improved facilities for pedestrians and cyclists, including crossings and pathways.
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Traffic calming measures to enhance road safety.
CTP’s S278 Services Include:
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Liaising with local highway authorities to secure agreement approvals.
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Preparing and reviewing detailed design plans, including highway layouts, drainage, and signage.
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Facilitating road safety audits (Stages 1 and 2) to ensure compliance with safety standards.
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Supporting developers in securing Traffic Management Orders and addressing inspection fees.
Section 38 Agreement
A Section 38 (S38) Agreement is a legal arrangement that enables developers to construct new roads that meet the adoption standards of local highway authorities, making them publicly maintainable.
Key Elements of S38 Agreements:
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Ensuring construction adheres to the local authority’s technical standards and safety specifications.
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Managing inspection fees, commuted sums, and securing performance bonds.
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Addressing street lighting, drainage, and landscaping requirements.
CTP’s S38 Services Include:
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Preparing detailed designs for new estate roads, ensuring compliance with local specifications.
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Coordinating with local authorities for technical approval and inspections.
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Overseeing the entire process, from submission to adoption, ensuring a smooth handover to the highway authority.
Our Proven Process, how we can help you
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Expert Knowledge: Extensive experience in securing legal agreements under S278 and S38 for residential, commercial, and industrial developments.
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Streamlined Processes: Proactive project management to reduce delays in securing technical approval.
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Comprehensive Support: End-to-end service from initial planning to final handover.
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Cost-Effective Solutions: Optimising design and construction strategies to minimise costs while meeting local authority requirements.
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Sustainability Focus: Prioritising sustainable designs and facilities for pedestrians, cyclists, and public transport users.
Avoid Delays and Penalties
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Carrying out unauthorised works on a public highway without the necessary S278 or S38 agreement is a serious offence and may result in enforcement action. At CTP, we help you avoid costly delays and ensure all works are legally approved before construction begins.
Get in Touch
Whether you are planning to improve an existing highway or construct new roads, Capital Transport Planning has the expertise to guide you through the legal and technical requirements.
Contact us today for a consultation and competitive fee proposal tailored to your project needs.
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