Essex County Council has made a traffic order introducing new no waiting at any time restrictions on sections of four streets in Great Baddow, Chelmsford. The authority said the measure has been made under the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 and will form part of the Chelmsford City Civil Enforcement Area consolidation order. The order comes into operation on Monday, July 13, 2026. The notice was published in the Essex Chronicle and is available on Public Notice Portal.
Which roads are affected
Plumtree Avenue, Great Baddow: both sides from 15 metres southeast of its junction with Gowers Avenue to 15 metres northwest of its junction with Gowers Avenue. Gowers Avenue, Great Baddow: both sides for 15 metres west from its junction with Plumtree Avenue. Park View Crescent, Great Baddow: both sides from the shared boundary of 40b and 40c Park View Crescent, extending south-east then north-east to the south-western boundary of 38 Park View Crescent. Worcester Court, Great Baddow: both sides for 10 metres south-east from its junction with Park View Crescent. The council will update its Chelmsford consolidation mapping by substituting tile references TL725 042 Revision 0 to Revision 1 and TL725 047 Revision 1 to Revision 2.
Lady Lane decision deferred
The decision on whether to replace a section of Permit Holders Only Monday to Saturday 8am to 11pm Zone 4 with No Waiting at Any Time on Lady Lane, Chelmsford has been deferred. If approved later, the change would be included in Part 2 of the same order.
Viewing the order and plans
Hard copies of the sealed order and plans can be viewed by appointment at Essex County Council, County Hall, E block main reception, Market Road, Chelmsford. To arrange an appointment call 07761 758317. Documents are available 8.30am to 5.30pm Monday to Thursday and 8.30am to 5pm Friday.
Challenging the order
Anyone wishing to question the validity of the order, or any of its provisions, on the grounds that it is not within the powers conferred by the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 or that relevant requirements have not been complied with, may apply to the High Court within six weeks of the date the order was made. Those who have any concerns or believe they may be adversely impacted are encouraged to review the official documents and contact the council using the details provided.
Questions answered
When will the order take effect? Monday, July 13, 2026. Where can I read the full traffic order and maps? The full notice and mapping references are available via Public Notice Portal and from Essex County Council on request. What parking activities are restricted? The affected lengths will be subject to no waiting at any time. The published effect specifies no waiting rather than separate loading or stopping bans on these sections. Why are the changes being made? The council has introduced the restrictions under the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 to manage parking and traffic movement in Great Baddow. How long do I have to challenge the decision? Applications to the High Court must be made within six weeks of the order being made. Will resident access and deliveries still be allowed? Drivers must comply with the signed restrictions. Any exemptions should be checked on local signage or in the sealed order.
The public notice was published in print by the Essex Chronicle and is hosted on Public Notice Portal for full reference.
