Decisions

Use the search options below to find information regarding recent decisions that have been taken by the Council’s Cabinet and Lead Members, and delegated decisions taken by officers.

Upcoming decisions of the Cabinet and Lead Members can be viewed in the Council’s Forward Plan, which is updated every month.

Decisions involving the procurement of goods or services can also be viewed on the Local Government Transparency Code For Contracts and Purchase Orders Over £5k webpage.

Decisions published

15/07/2022 - The East Sussex (A259 Eastbourne Road / East Dean Road, East Dean)(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2022 ref: 1711    Recommendations Approved

To allow East Sussex Highways to carry out works, East Sussex County Council have made an Order under Sections 14(1) and 15(1)(b) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as amended, which will temporarily close the following length of road;

Decision Maker: Director of Communities, Economy and Transport

Decision published: 08/07/2022

Effective from: 15/07/2022

Decision:

Temporary Road Closure
Eastbourne Road / East Dean Road - from the junction with C37 Gilberts Drive to the junction with U2302 Pashley Road

A safe route will be provided for pedestrians and vehicular access for residents and to properties maintained whenever possible with an alternative route for through traffic via A259 Eastbourne Road - A259 Friston Hill – A259 Seaford Road – A259 East Dean Road - A259 Eastbourne Road - A259 Sutton Road – A259 Sutton Park Road – A259 Clinton Place – A259 Station Approach – A259 Claremont Road – A259 Buckle Bypass – A259 Newhaven Road – A259 Seaford Road – A259 The Drove – A259 Drove Road – A259 New Road - A26(T) Newhaven to Beddingham – A27(T) Beddingham to Polegate – A2270 Eastbourne Road – A2270 Willingdon Road – A2270 Upperton Road – A259 The Goffs – A259 High Street – A259 Church Street – A259 East Dean Road and vice versa.

The Order commences 18 July 2022 and lasts for a period of 18 months, or until works are completed, whichever is earlier. However, it is anticipated works will be undertaken from 19:00hrs to 06:00hrs between 18 & 29 July 2022 depending upon the weather conditions.

If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193.

Lead officer: Rupert Clubb


15/07/2022 - The East Sussex (C11 Hadlow Down Road, Jarvis Brook)(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2022 ref: 1710    Recommendations Approved

To allow O’Halloran & O’Brien Ltd to carry out works, East Sussex County Council have made an Order under Sections 14(1) and 15(1)(b) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as amended, which will temporarily close the following length of road;

Decision Maker: Director of Communities, Economy and Transport

Decision published: 08/07/2022

Effective from: 15/07/2022

Decision:

Temporary Road Closure
Hadlow Down Road - from the junction with C11 Western Road to the junction with U7578 Steep Road

A safe route will be provided for pedestrians and vehicular access for residents and to properties maintained whenever possible with an alternative route for through traffic via C11 Hastingford Lane - School Lane – A272 Main Road - Curtains Hill - Pound Green - High Street, Station Road – C402 Hurstwood Road - Chillies Lane – A26 Uckfield Road – C254 Sheep Plain - Hurtis Hill – C11 Fermor Road - Walshes Road and vice versa.

The Order commences 16 July 2022 and lasts for a period of 18 months, or until works are completed, whichever is earlier. However, it is anticipated works will be undertaken between 16 July & 16 August 2022 depending upon the weather conditions.

If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193.

Lead officer: Rupert Clubb


15/07/2022 - The East Sussex (C470 Priory Road, Forest Row)(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2022 ref: 1709    Recommendations Approved

To allow SGN to carry out works, East Sussex County Council have made an Order under Sections 14(1) and 15(1)(b) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as amended, which will temporarily close the following length of road;

Decision Maker: Director of Communities, Economy and Transport

Decision published: 08/07/2022

Effective from: 15/07/2022

Decision:

Temporary Road Closure
Priory Road - from the junction with A22 London Road to the junction with C2 Hindleap Lane

A safe route will be provided for pedestrians and vehicular access for residents and to properties maintained whenever possible with an alternative route for through traffic via C2 Hindleap Lane – A22 Lewes Road and vice versa.

The Order commences 18 July 2022 and lasts for a period of 18 months, or until works are completed, whichever is earlier. However, it is anticipated works will be undertaken between 18 July & 17 September 2022 depending upon the weather conditions.

If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193.

Lead officer: Rupert Clubb


15/07/2022 - The East Sussex (A264 Holtye Road, Hammerwood) (Temporary 30 mph Speed Limit) Order 2022 ref: 1708    Recommendations Approved

To allow UKPN to carry out works, East Sussex County Council have made an Order under Sections 14(1) and 15(1)(b) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as amended, which will temporarily restrict all traffic using the following lengths of road to a speed not exceeding 30 mph:-

Decision Maker: Director of Communities, Economy and Transport

Decision published: 08/07/2022

Effective from: 15/07/2022

Decision:

Temporary 30 mph Speed Limit
Holtye Road - from Cleavers Farm to Lych Gate

The Order commences 18 July 2022 and lasts for a period of 18 months, or until the works are completed, whichever is the earlier. However, it is anticipated the speed restriction will be in place between 18 & 26 July 2022.

If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193

Lead officer: Rupert Clubb


15/07/2022 - The East Sussex (A265 Heathfield Road, Burwash) (Temporary 30 mph Speed Limit) Order 2022 ref: 1707    Recommendations Approved

To allow East Sussex Highways to carry out works, East Sussex County Council have made an Order under Sections 14(1) and 15(1)(b) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as amended, which will temporarily restrict all traffic using the following lengths of road to a speed not exceeding 30 mph:-

Decision Maker: Director of Communities, Economy and Transport

Decision published: 08/07/2022

Effective from: 15/07/2022

Decision:

Temporary 30 mph Speed Limit
Heathfield Road - from its junction with U6906 Willingford Lane to its junction with U6199 Batemans Lane

The Order commences 15 July 2022 and lasts for a period of 18 months, or until the works are completed, whichever is the earlier. However, it is anticipated the speed restriction will be in place from 09:00hrs to 16:00hrs on 15 July 2022.

If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193

Lead officer: Rupert Clubb


08/07/2022 - The East Sussex (A259 Seaside Roundabout, Eastbourne)(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2022 ref: 1706    Recommendations Approved

To allow East Sussex Highways to carry out works, East Sussex County Council have made an Order under Sections 14(1) and 15(1)(b) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as amended, which will temporarily close the following length of road;

Decision Maker: Director of Communities, Economy and Transport

Decision published: 01/07/2022

Effective from: 08/07/2022

Decision:

Temporary Road Closure
Seaside Roundabout – for its entire length

A safe route will be provided for pedestrians and vehicular access for residents and to properties maintained whenever possible with an alternative route for through traffic westbound/northbound via U2258 Princess Road - B2104 Langney Rise - B2191 / U2221 Willingdon Drove - A22 Shinewater roundabout and vice versa & eastbound/southbound via A2290 Lottbridge roundabout / Cross Levels Way - A2021 Rodmill roundabout / Kings Drive / Prideaux Road / Lewes Road / Bedfordwell Road / Whitley Road and vice versa.

The Order commences 8 July 2022 and lasts for a period of 18 months, or until works are completed, whichever is earlier. However, it is anticipated works will be undertaken for 1 day from 20:00hrs to 06:00hrs between 8 & 13 July 2022 depending upon the weather conditions.

If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193.

Lead officer: Rupert Clubb


08/07/2022 - The East Sussex (A271 Gardner Street / Windmill Hill Road / The Strait, Herstmonceux / Wartling)(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2022 ref: 1705    Recommendations Approved

To allow East Sussex Highways to carry out works, East Sussex County Council have made an Order under Sections 14(1) and 15(1)(b) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as amended, which will temporarily close the following length of road;

Decision Maker: Director of Communities, Economy and Transport

Decision published: 01/07/2022

Effective from: 08/07/2022

Decision:

Temporary Road Closure
Gardner Street / Windmill Hill Road / The Strait - from its junction with C344 West End to its junction with U7112 Wood Lane

A safe route will be provided for pedestrians and vehicular access for residents and to properties maintained whenever possible with an alternative route for through traffic via A271 The Strait / Boreham Hill / Kitchenham Road / Beechdown Wood - B2096 Kane Hythe Road / Darwell Hill / Battle Road / Carricks Hill / Earls Down / Battle Road / Cade Street / Battle Road - A265 Burwash Road - B2203 Tower Street / Hailsham Road / Maynards Green / High Street – A267 New North Street - A271 Lower Horsebridge / Upper Horsebridge / Hawkswood Road / Amberstone / New Road / Hailsham Road and vice versa.

The Order commences 14 July 2022 and lasts for a period of 18 months, or until works are completed, whichever is earlier. However, it is anticipated works will be undertaken from 19:00hrs to 06:00hrs between 14 July & 18 August 2022 depending upon the weather conditions.

If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193.

Lead officer: Rupert Clubb


08/07/2022 - The East Sussex (A2690 Queensway, St Leonards)(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2022 ref: 1704    Recommendations Approved

To allow East Sussex Highways to carry out works, East Sussex County Council have made an Order under Sections 14(1) and 15(1)(b) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as amended, which will temporarily close the following length of road;

Decision Maker: Director of Communities, Economy and Transport

Decision published: 01/07/2022

Effective from: 08/07/2022

Decision:

Temporary Road Closure
Queensway - from its junction with U3082 Napier Road to its junction with A2690 Combe Valley Way

A safe route will be provided for pedestrians and vehicular access for residents and to properties maintained whenever possible with an alternative route for through traffic southbound via A2690 Queensway - A2100 The Ridge West - B2159 Battle Road - A21 London Road / Bohemia Road - A2102 London Road (southbound only) - A2102 Norman Road / Warrior Square) - A259 Grand Parade / Marina / Grosvenor Crescent / Bexhill Road - B2092 Harley Shute Road / Crowhurst Road & northbound via B2092 Crowhurst Road / Harley Shute Road - A259 Bexhill Road / Grosvenor Crescent / Marina / Grand Parade - A2102 London Road - A21 London Road - B2159 Battle Road - A2100 The Ridge West - A290 Queensway.

The Order commences 11 July 2022 and lasts for a period of 18 months, or until works are completed, whichever is earlier. However, it is anticipated works will be undertaken from 07:00hrs to 19:00hrs between 11 July & 5 August 2022 depending upon the weather conditions.

If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193.

Lead officer: Rupert Clubb


08/07/2022 - The East Sussex (A267 Horam Road / Eastbourne Road, Horam)(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2022 ref: 1703    Recommendations Approved

To allow East Sussex Highways to carry out works, East Sussex County Council have made an Order under Sections 14(1) and 15(1)(b) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as amended, which will temporarily close the following length of road;

Decision Maker: Director of Communities, Economy and Transport

Decision published: 01/07/2022

Effective from: 08/07/2022

Decision:

Temporary Road Closure
Horam Road / Eastbourne Road - from its junction with C208 Horebeech Lane to its junction with U7674 Swansbrook Lane

A safe route will be provided for pedestrians and vehicular access for residents and to properties maintained whenever possible with an alternative route for through traffic via A267 High Street / Little London Road - A265 Cross in Hand Road - B2102 High Street / Lewes Road - B2192 Lewes Road - A22 Eastbourne Road / East Hoathly Bypass / Whitesmith / Golden Cross / The Dicker - A267 New North Street / North Street and vice versa.

The Order commences 13 July 2022 and lasts for a period of 18 months, or until works are completed, whichever is earlier. However, it is anticipated works will be undertaken from 19:00hrs to 06:00hrs between 13 July & 17 August 2022 depending upon the weather conditions.

If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193.

Lead officer: Rupert Clubb


01/07/2022 - The East Sussex (Rother District)(Parking Places, Waiting, No Stopping and Loading Restrictions) Traffic Regulation Order 2020 Experimental Traffic Regulation Order 2022 (Camber Road & New Lydd Road, Camber) ref: 1702    Recommendations Approved

Notice is hereby given that East Sussex County Council have made an Experimental Order on 28 June 2022, coming into operation on 8 July 2022 under Sections 9, 10(1) and (2) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as amended, and of all other enabling powers, for a period not exceeding 18 months which will experimentally introduce the following restriction:-

Decision Maker: Director of Communities, Economy and Transport

Decision published: 29/06/2022

Effective from: 01/07/2022

Decision:

Experimental No Waiting At Any Time


New Lydd Road
- north side: from the junction of Farm Lane eastwards for a distance of 62 metres
- south side: from the junction of Farm Lane eastwards for a distance of 60 metres
- north-east side: from the junction of New Lydd Road north westwards for a distance of 15 metres
- south-west side: from the junction of New Lydd Road north westwards for a distance of 5 metres

Camber Road
- north side: from the junction of Farm Lane westwards for a distance of 594 metres to the eastern end of the layby
from the western end of the layby, a point 715 metres west of Farm Lane, westwards for a distance of 778 metres
- south side: from the junction of Farm Lane westwards for a distance of 1502 metres

The purpose of this Order is to prevent vehicles from parking on the grass verge during busy periods to ensure emergency vehicles are able to pass safely when the need arises.

A copy of the Experimental Order, plans showing the lengths of road and a statement of the Council’s reason for making the Order, may be examined in Reception, East Sussex County Council, County Hall, St Anne’s Crescent, Lewes BN7 1UE Monday to Friday between 9am and 4pm and online at;
https://consultation.eastsussex.gov.uk/economy-transport-environment/camber-etro/

East Sussex County Council will be considering in due course whether the provisions should be continued in force indefinitely by means of an Order under Sections 1(1), 2(1) to (4), 3(2), 4(2), 32, 35(1) and (3), 45, 49, 51, 52, 53 of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984.

Any person wishing to make an objection or other representation concerning this Experimental Order being continued must do so in writing, together with the grounds on which it is made, to Communities, Economy & Transport, Parking Services, B Floor, East Sussex County Council, County Hall, St. Anne’s Crescent, Lewes, East Sussex BN7 1UE or email parking.escc@eastsussex.gov.uk by 7 January 2023 quoting ref ETRO/466 (or if the Order is subsequently varied or modified by an Order made under Section 9, 10(1) or 10(2) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, six months from the date of coming into operation of such variation or modification).

Any person wishing to question the validity of the Experimental Order or of its provisions on the grounds that it is not within the powers conferred by the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 or on the grounds that any requirement of the Act or any instrument made under it has not been complied with in relation to the Order may within six weeks of the date the Order is made, apply to the High Court for this purpose.

If you have any questions, require further information or would like paper copies of the Experimental Order please telephone Parking Services on 01323 466244 or email parking.escc@eastsussex.gov.uk.

Lead officer: Rupert Clubb


01/07/2022 - The East Sussex (A22 Lewes Road, Forest Row)(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2022 ref: 1701    Recommendations Approved

To allow East Sussex Highways to carry out works, East Sussex County Council have made an Order under Sections 14(1) and 15(1)(b) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as amended, which will temporarily close the following length of road;

Decision Maker: Director of Communities, Economy and Transport

Decision published: 28/06/2022

Effective from: 01/07/2022

Decision:

Temporary Road Closure
Lewes Road - from the junction with P8631 Poplar Lane to the junction with B2110 Hartfield Road

A safe route will be provided for pedestrians and vehicular access for residents and to properties maintained whenever possible with an alternative route for through traffic via B2110 Hartfield Road - Shepherds Hill - Cat Street - Gallipot Hill – B2026 Jib Jacks Hill - Cotchford Hill - Chuck Hatch Road - High Road - Duddleswell Road - Lampool Road – A22 Horney Common Road - High Street, Millbrook Hill - Wych Cross - Lewes Road and vice versa.

The Order commences 4 July 2022 and lasts for a period of 18 months, or until works are completed, whichever is earlier. However, it is anticipated works will be undertaken from 20:00hrs to 06:00hrs between 4 & 15 July 2022 depending upon the weather conditions.

If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193.

Lead officer: Rupert Clubb


24/06/2022 - The East Sussex (Love Supreme Festival, Glynde) ref: 1698    Recommendations Approved

To facilitate the safety of participants, organisers and the travelling public attending the Love Supreme Festival in Glynde, East Sussex County Council have made an Order under Section 14(1)(b) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as amended, which will temporarily impose restrictions in the following lengths of road:-

Decision Maker: Director of Communities, Economy and Transport

Decision published: 20/06/2022

Effective from: 24/06/2022

Decision:

Temporary Prohibition of Left Hand Turn
No vehicle shall be permitted to turn left onto C113 New Road from Glyndebourne

Temporary One-Way Traffic
C325 Moor Lane - restricting traffic travelling westbound from the junction of U5664 Neaves Lane to the junction of C113 New Road

Temporary 20 mph Speed Limit
C113 The Street / Lacys Hill / Bishops Walk / New Road – from its junction with U5665 Ranscombe Lane to the entrance to Glyndebourne
C325 Moor Lane – from the junction with C113 New Road to the junction with U5664 Neaves Lane

Temporary Prohibition of Waiting
C325 Moor Lane - from the junction with C113 New Road to the junction with U5664 Neaves Lane.
C113 Bishops Walk / Lacys Hill / The Street / Station Road - from the junction of C113 New Road to the national speed limit sign.
C113 New Road - from the junction with C325 Moor Lane to the entrance to Glyndebourne
U5665 Ranscombe Lane - from the junction with C113 The Street south-westwards for a distance of 200 metres.

Temporary Road Closure
C325 Moor Lane - at the junction of U5644 Neaves Lane (no access to the event).

The Order will be in force from 06.00hrs on 30 June 2022 to 14.00hrs on 4 July 2022

Pedestrian access will be maintained at all times and access by emergency vehicles will not be affected.

If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193.

Lead officer: Rupert Clubb


24/06/2022 - The East Sussex (A271 Upper Horsebridge, Hailsham)(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2022 ref: 1697    Recommendations Approved

To allow East Sussex Highways to carry out works, East Sussex County Council have made an Order under Sections 14(1) and 15(1)(b) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as amended, which will temporarily close the following length of road;

Decision Maker: Director of Communities, Economy and Transport

Decision published: 20/06/2022

Effective from: 24/06/2022

Decision:

Temporary Road Closure
Upper Horsebridge - from its junction with B2104 London Road to its junction with C208 Hawks Road

A safe route will be provided for pedestrians and vehicular access for residents and to properties maintained whenever possible with an alternative route for through traffic via A259 Battle Road / High Street / North Street / George Street / South Road - A22 Hailsham bypass - A271 Lower Horsebridge and vice versa.

The Order commences 27 June 2022 and lasts for a period of 18 months, or until works are completed, whichever is earlier. However, it is anticipated works will be undertaken from 20.00hrs to 06.00hrs between 27 June & 8 July 2022 depending upon the weather conditions.

If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193.

Lead officer: Rupert Clubb


24/06/2022 - The East Sussex (B2099 High Street, Ticehurst)(Temporary Prohibition of Parking) Order 2022 ref: 1696    Recommendations Approved

To facilitate demolition of The Bells Public House, East Sussex County Council have made an Order under Sections 14(1) and 15(1)(b) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as amended, which will temporarily impose parking restrictions on the following length of road:

Decision Maker: Director of Communities, Economy and Transport

Decision published: 20/06/2022

Effective from: 24/06/2022

Decision:

Temporary Prohibition of Parking
High Street – from no. 32 to Bells Cottages

The Order commences 27 June 2022 and lasts for a period of 18 months, or until works are completed, whichever is earlier. However, it is anticipated the restriction will be in place between 27 June & 19 December 2022 depending upon the weather conditions.

If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193.

Lead officer: Rupert Clubb