Apply for a temporary traffic order

A temporary traffic regulations order (TTRO) is needed to limit traffic, for example close a road, turn ban, parking restrictions, bus lane suspension, close a footpath etc.

Before you start

TTROs are usually only given to utility companies or temporary structure licence holders. If you are not one of these, email NMTCustomerEnquiries@ealing.gov.uk for advice.

For planned works, you will need to apply a minimum of 8 weeks before the start date for the restrictions.

For an emergency TTRO (works to avoid danger to public or severe damage to highway), you will need to give a permit number. An emergency TTRO if for a maximum of 21 days and can be extended once, for 21 days more. 

For an urgent TTRO (works that could not reasonably be predicted), you will need to give a permit number. An urgent TTRO lasts for a maximum of five days and cannot be extended.

You will need

  • Site details
  • Restriction type
  • Traffic management company contact details
  • Site supervisor contact details.

Uploading supporting documents

You will need to upload a traffic management plan.

  • Accepted file types: Word (docx), Acrobat (pdf), Excel (xlsx), Plain text (txt) 
  • Zip files can't be uploaded 
  • We also accept photos taken on phones and tablets and the following image file types - jpeg, gif, png  
  • There is a maximum individual file size per document of 50MB. 

What happens next

We will give you an answer within five working days. If approved, we will send you a link to pay for the order. The application will be on hold until you pay. 

This form should take approximately 6 minutes to complete. 

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