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Temporary traffic signal application forms

Any contractor wishing to place temporary traffic signals on a highway should use the following application form.

Temporary Traffic Signal Application Form (PDF, 96 KB)

Temporary Traffic Signal Application Form (Word doc, 135 KB)

Please read the attached guidance notes before completing the form.

Temporary Traffic Signal Application Form Guidance Notes (PDF, 190 KB)

Please note, where temporary traffic signals are required in an emergency, you must contact us at the earliest opportunity. A temporary traffic signal application form should be completed and submitted as soon as possible after the initial contact. If the emergency occurs out of office hours, the Highways Action Line must be contacted using the details provided

Contact Customer Services

Email help@durham.gov.uk
Telephone 03000 26 0000

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Privacy notice - roads (PDF, 32 KB)(opens new window)

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Apply for a temporary road, path or public right of way closure for roadworks