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Temporary road closures
Finding out about roads that are closed
As the local highways authority, Essex Highways publishes a live traffic map.
This shows live traffic, road closures, diversions and roadworks that may affect your journey.
Requesting a road closure
You can apply for a temporary road closure if you are holding a street party or special event and want to close the road.
The application process and requirements are different for street parties and for special events.
Your event is a street party if:
- it's only for neighbours and residents
- you only publicise it to residents
- it's taking place in a quiet residential street
- you are organising it yourself
Your event is a special event if:
- it's a parade, procession or public event
- anyone can attend
- you widely publicise it, such as on social media or in a newspaper
- a professional organiser is arranging it
Objecting to a road closure
If you want to object to a temporary road closure, you need to email road.closures@chelmsford.gov.uk. We will consider your objection when we make our decision.