Apply for a road closure for events
You can apply for a temporary road closure or traffic restriction either by post or email. Before you apply, make sure you are familiar with our conditions.
Apply by post
Alternatively, you may post a written application to:
Regulations Team
Highway Services
Department of Infrastructure
1st Floor
Sea Terminal
Doulgas
IM1 2RF
Notice
In order to close a road for your event, you will need to give us –
- at least 6 months notice when applying for a road race;
- at least 3 months notice when applying for an event such as a carnival, parade, fun day etc.; or
- at least 28 days notice when applying for filming.
This will allow us time to review your proposed traffic management and safety arrangements.
What happens next?
We will consider your application and assess the feasibility of the closure and proposed diversion route.
You will need to demonstrate that you are competent to organise the event that is proposed.
We will ask for the following:
| Evidence of proposed consultation and public notice | With those who may be affected. This includes the emergency services (Fire and Rescue, Ambulance, Police etc), Local Authorities, Public Transport, Churches, residents and businesses. |
| Event Safety Plan | Please view our model template |
| Traffic Management Plan | Identifying the section of road to be closed, details of proposed diversion route and details of proposed signage |
| Risk Assessment | Identifying potential hazards and precautions to be taken to ensure the safety of all |
| Licences/Permits (if applicable) | Required if there will be alcohol, fireworks, music etc. |
| Public Liability Insurance | We will not approve a closure without it. We accept £5m for small events and ask for £10m for larger events. |
How much does it cost?
Payment will be required to meet the cost of an advert in a newspaper. We will send you an invoice for this.
Legislation
In accordance with section 38 of the Highways Act 1986; or the Road Races Act 2016.
Event safety
Helpful information on event safety can be found on our Event Safety webpage.
You should also complete the Event Notification Form.
Approved closures
Details of approved closures can be found on Road Watch
Contact us
You can phone +44 1624 686930 if you need any further help or support with your application.
