Street Works Permit Scheme Review

Effective management of the highway network is critical for reducing congestion, supporting economic growth, and ensuring public safety. Street and road works are inevitable for maintaining infrastructure, but they can cause significant disruption if not managed effectively.

The Stockton-on-Tees Permit Scheme, implemented in 2020 under the The Traffic Management Act 2004 (TMA), allows the Council to regulate and co-ordinate all works on the highway through a structured permitting system. This ensures that works are planned, scheduled, and executed with minimal impact on traffic flow, residents, and businesses.

Year 1

The scheme faced unprecedented challenges due to the Covid-19 pandemic, requiring close collaboration between the Council and utilities to maintain essential services.

Year 2

While the pandemic's impact lessened, co-ordination remained crucial to address lingering challenges.

Year 3

A surge in permit requests occurred due to the government's broadband expansion initiative.

Year 4

This year marked a period of stabilisation, with consistent permit demand and continued focus on improving operational efficiency.