The London Borough of Bexley in exercise of their powers under section 80 of the Housing Act 2004 (“the Act”) hereby designates for selective licensing the area described in paragraph 4 and annex A.

Citation, Commencement and Duration

1. This designation may be cited as the London Borough of Bexley Designation for an Area for Selective Licensing. 
2. The licensing scheme will be known as The London Borough of Bexley Selective Licensing Scheme 2024 “The Scheme”
3. This designation is made on the 3rd October 2024 and shall come into force on the 13th January 2025. 
4. This designation shall cease to have effect on the 12th January 2030 or earlier if the London Borough of Bexley revokes the scheme under section 84 of the Act. 

Area to which the designation applies 

5. This designation shall apply to the Belvedere Ward as delineated and edged red on the map at annex A.
   Application of the designation
6. This designation applies to any house¹  which is let or occupied under a tenancy or licence within the area described in paragraph 5 unless
   1. the house is a house in multiple occupation and is required to be licensed under Part 2 of the Act; ² 
   2. The tenancy or licence has been granted by a non-profit registered provider of social housing
   3. The tenancy or licence has granted by a profit-making registered provider of social housing in respect of social housing (within the meaning of Part 2 of the Housing and Regeneration Act 2008), or
   4. The tenancy or licence of the house has been granted by a registered social landlord ³
   5. The house is subject to an Interim or Final Management Order or an Interim and Final Empty Dwelling Management Orders under Part 4 of the Act; 
   6. The house is subject to a temporary exemption under section 86 of the Act; or 
   7. The house is occupied under a tenancy or licence which is exempt under the Act or the occupation is of a building or part of a building so exempt as defined in annex B;

Effect of the designation 

7. Subject to sub paragraphs 6(a) to (g) every house in the area specified in paragraph 5 that is occupied under a tenancy or licence shall be required to be licensed under section 85 of the Act.
8. The London Borough of Bexley will comply with the notification requirements contained in section 83 of the Act and shall maintain a register of all houses registered under this designation, as required under section 232 of the Act.
9. WARNING: Upon the designation coming into force any person who operates a licensable property without a licence or a allows a licensed property to be occupied by more households or persons other than as authorised by a licence, is liable to prosecution and upon summary conviction is liable to an unlimited fine. The Authority may as an alternative to initiating a prosecution pursue one or more of a range of other enforcement actions including the imposition of a financial penalty of up to £30,000. 
   
   When an offence has been committed an application may also be made by the Authority and/or tenant for a Rent Repayment Order to pay back up to 12 month’s rent, Housing Benefit or Universal Credit. The Authority may also make an Interim Management Order whereby the Authority would take management control of the unlicensed property. 
   
   Any landlord, managing agent or other person managing or any tenant within the designated area should seek advice as whether the property is affected by the designation during the normal office hours, which are: 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday to using the contact details set out below.
10. Online Applications for the licensing scheme will open on 5 November 2024. To obtain further information please visit the Property licensing schemes page or call 0203 045 3456 or email: rentitright@bexley.gov.uk 

Jane Richardson

Deputy Director (Housing and Strategic Planning)

Date and authentication by the London Borough of Bexley – 3 October 2024

Annex A – Paragraph 4: Map of designation areas

Annex B – Paragraph 5(d): Exempted Tenancies or licences ⁴

Prohibition of occupation by law 

1. A tenancy or licence of a house or a dwelling within a house where the house or the dwelling is subject to a prohibition order made under section 20 of the Act the operation of which has not been suspended under section 23. 

Certain tenancies which cannot be assured tenancies

2. A tenancy which cannot be an assured tenancy by virtue of section 1(2) of the Housing Act 1988 comprised in Part of Schedule 1 of the Act and which is: 
   1. a business tenancy under Part II of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 
   2. a tenancy under which the dwelling-house consists of or comprises premises, which, by virtue of a premises licence under the Licensing Act 2003, may be used for the supply of alcohol (within the meaning of Section 14 of that Act) for consumption on the premises
   3. a tenancy under which agricultural land, exceeding two acres, is let together with the house 
   4. a tenancy under which the house is comprised in an agricultural holding or the holding is comprised under a farm business tenancy if it is occupied (whether as tenant or as a servant or agent of the tenant), in the case of an agricultural holding, by the person responsible for the control of the farming of the holding, and in the case of a farm business tenancy, by the person responsible for the control of the management of the holding. 

Tenancies and licences granted etc by public bodies 

3. A tenancy or licence of a house or dwelling within a house that is managed or controlled by: 
   1. a local housing authority 
   2. a police authority established under section 3 of the Police Act 1996 or the Metropolitan Police Authority established under section 5B of that Act
   3. a fire and rescue authority under the Fire and Rescue Services Act 2004; 
   4. a health service body within the meaning of section 4 of the National Health Service and Community Care Act 1990.

Tenancies, licences etc regulated by other enactments 

4. A tenancy, licence or occupation of a house which is regulated under the following enactments: 
   1. sections 87 to 87D of the Children Act 1989 
   2. section 43 (4) of the Prison Act 1952 
   3. section 34 of the Nationality, Immigration and Asylum Act 2002 
   4. The Secure Training Centre Rules 1998 
   5. The Prison Rules 1998
   6. The Young Offender Institute Rules 2000
   7. The Detention Centre Rules 2001 
   8. The Criminal Justice and Court Service Act 200 (Approved Premises) Regulations 2001 
   9. The Care Homes Regulations 2001 
   10. The Children’s Homes Regulations 2001
   11. The Residential Family Centres Regulations 2002

Certain student lettings etc...

5. A tenancy or licence of a house or a dwelling within a house – 
   1. which is managed or controlled by a specified educational establishment or is of a specified description of such establishments and
   2. the occupiers of the house or dwelling are undertaking a full time course of further or higher education at the specified establishment and
   3. the house or dwelling is being managed in conformity with an Approved Code of Practice for the management of excepted accommodation under section 233 of the Act 

Long leaseholders 

6. A tenancy of a house or a dwelling within a house provided that – 
   1. the full term of the tenancy is for more than 21 years and 
   2. the tenancy does not contain a provision enabling the landlord (or his successor his in title) to determine it other than by forfeiture, earlier than at the end of the term and 
   3. the house or dwelling is occupied by a person to whom the tenancy was granted or his successor in title or by any members of either of those person’s family. 

Certain family arrangements 

7. A tenancy or licence of a house or a dwelling within a house where – 
   1. the person who has granted the tenancy or licence to occupy is a member of the family of the person who has been granted the tenancy or licence and 
   2. the person who has granted the tenancy or licence to occupy is the freeholder or long leaseholder of the house or dwelling and 
   3. the person occupies the house or dwelling as his only or main residence (and if there are two or more persons at least one of them so occupies).

Holiday lets 

8. A tenancy or licence of a house or a dwelling within a house that has been granted to the person for the purpose of a holiday.

Certain lettings etc by Resident Landlord etc

9. A tenancy or licence of a house or a dwelling within a house under the terms of which the person granted the tenancy or licence shares the use of any amenity with the person granting that tenancy or licence or members of that person’s family. An “amenity” includes a toilet, personal washing facilities, a kitchen or a living room but excludes any area used for storage, a staircase, corridor or other means of access.

Interpretation

10. In this annex:
    1.  “person” includes” persons”, where the context is appropriate.
    2. “tenancy” or “licence” includes “a joint tenancy” or “joint licence”, where the context is appropriate.
    3. “long leaseholder” in paragraph 7 (ii) has the meaning conferred in paragraphs 6 (i) and (ii) and in those paragraphs the reference to “tenancy” means a “long lease.
    4. a person is a member of the family of another person if – 
       1. he lives with that person as a couple 
       2. one of them is the relative of the other; or 
       3. one of them is, or is a relative of, one member of a couple and the other is a relative the other member of the couple
          
          and
       4. For the purpose of this paragraph – 
          1. “couple” means two persons who are married to each other or live together as husband and wife or in an equivalent arrangement in the case of persons of the same sex 
          2. “relative” means a parent, grandparent, child, grandchild, brother, sister, uncle, aunt, nephew, niece or cousin 
          3. a relationship of the half-blood is to be treated as a relationship of the whole blood and 
          4. a stepchild of a person is to be treated as his child

Definitions

1. For the definition of “house” see sections 79 and 99 of the Act
2. Section 55 of the Act defines which Houses in Multiple Occupation are required to be licensed under the Act. See also The Licensing of Houses in Multiple Occupation (Prescribed Descriptions) (England) Order 2018  (SI2018/221) 
3. Section 79(3) of the Act. For the definition of a Registered Social Landlord see Part 1 of the Housing Act 1996 (England) Order 2006
4. As per The Selective Licensing of Houses (Specified Exemptions) (England) Order 2006
    

6224 - Highway Works - Lot 1 & 2 – Boroughwide

Details of how to apply and what information is required can be obtained by visiting the London Tenders Portal or by contacting procurement@bexley.gov.uk

Please quote reference number 6224

Closing date 7 November 2024

Grounds Maintenance, Arboriculture and Burial Services - Boroughwide

Details of how to apply and what information is required can be obtained by visiting the London Tenders Portal or by contacting procurement@bexley.gov.uk

Please quote reference number 6217

Closing date 14 November 2024

Fraser Road, Erith - Notice of Making an Order

1. The London Borough of Bexley, being the Traffic Authority for the above-mentioned road, in exercise of powers conferred by section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, HEREBY GIVE NOTICE that an order has been made, to enable essential works to maintain the water network by Galliford Try on behalf of Thames Water, the effects of which will be the introduction of: 
   • Prohibition of traffic (directional road closure eastbound) in Fraser Road from the entrance to the Europa industrial estate to the junction with Bexley Road, Erith
   • No waiting No loading (parking suspension) as detailed in schedule one of this order
2. The Order will come into effect on 24 October 2024 and is valid for a period of 18 months. However, the works are expected to be completed within 2 Week.
3. Whilst the works are in progress an alternate route will be provided via,
   • Erith Road – Brook Street – Carlton Road – Bexley Road
4. Nothing in this Notice will apply to anything done with the permission or at the direction of a police constable in uniform or traffic warden, to emergency service vehicles, or to vehicles being used in connection with the works.
5. The restrictions described above will apply only during such times and to such extent as shall be indicated by traffic signs as prescribed by the Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions 2016.

Andrew Bashford

Head of Highways, Traffic and Infrastructure

Dated 23 October 2024

Further enquiries in respect of this notice should be addressed to: Galliford Try 07440517907

Schedule One

• Carlton Road, Erith for entire length both sides of carriageway
• Bexley Road, Erith Between Park Crescent Road and the junction with Fraser Road both sides of carriageway
• Fraser Road, Erith from entrance to Europa Trading estate to junction with Bexley Road, Erith both sides of carriageway
   

Various Roads as listed in Schedule One of this Order - Notice of Intention

1. The London Borough of Bexley, being the Traffic Authority for the above-mentioned road, in exercise of powers conferred by section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, HEREBY GIVE NOTICE that, to enable the Annual Firework Display, Danson Park for the Welling Round Table, they intend to make an Order the effects of which will be the introduction of:
   • Waiting restriction and Loading prohibition in the roads as listed in Schedule One of this Order.
2. The Order will come into effect on 2 November 2024 and is valid for a period of 18 months. However, the works are expected to be completed within 1 day.
3. Whilst the works are in progress no alternative route will be required. 
4. Nothing in this Notice will apply to anything done with the permission or at the direction of a police constable in uniform or traffic warden, to emergency service vehicles, or to vehicles being used in connection with the works.
5. The restrictions described above will apply only during such times and to such extent as shall be indicated by traffic signs as prescribed by the Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions 2016.

Andrew Bashford

Head of Highways, Traffic and Infrastructure

Dated: 23 October 2024

Further enquiries in respect of this notice should be addressed to: Kerry Allon (Welling Round Table) – Contact No: 07834733963 

Schedule One

1. Bean Road, Bexleyheath
   • The entire length on both sides
2. Danson Lane, Welling
   • The entire length on both sides of the junction with Merlin Road
3. Danson Road, Bexleyheath
   • The entire length on both sides, including the cul de sac between No. 89 and 105 on the east kerb
4. Danson Underpass, Bexley
   • The entire length and on both sides
5. Lakeside Close, Sidcup
   • From the southern curtilage of 5 and 6 Lakeside Close to the carriageway comprised in the round-about at the junction of Danson Road, Danson Underpass, lakeside Close and Lodge Lane
6. The Grove, Bexleyheath
   • The entire length on both sides
7. Sandhurst Road, Bexleyheath
   • The entire length on both sides
8. Askern Close, Bexleyheath
   • The entire length on both sides
   • The junction of Park View Road, Crook Log and Danson Road
   • This junction only, will be subject to traffic management, under the control of the Metropolitan Policy. They will direct traffic and when required during and within 2 hours after the event has finished to facilitate safe passage of all road users

Belmont Road, Erith - Notice of Making an Order

1. The London Borough of Bexley, being the Traffic Authority for the above-mentioned road, in exercise of powers conferred by section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, HEREBY GIVE NOTICE that an order has been made, to enable Highway improvement works by a Council contractor on behalf of London Borough of Bexley, the effects of which will be the introduction of: 
   • Prohibition of traffic in Belmont Road from the junction with Bedonwell Road to the junction with Brook Street, Erith
   • No waiting no loading in Belmont Road from the junction with Bedonwell Road to the junction with Brook Street, Erith
2. The Order will come into effect on 28 October 2024 and is valid for a period of 18 months. However, the works are expected to be completed within 10 days.
3. Whilst the works are in progress alternative routes will be provided via, 
   • Bedonwell Road – Parsonage Manorway – Brook Street and reverse
4. Nothing in this Notice will apply to anything done with the permission or at the direction of a police constable in uniform or traffic warden, to emergency service vehicles, or to vehicles being used in connection with the works.
5. The restrictions described above will apply only during such times and to such extent as shall be indicated by traffic signs as prescribed by the Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions 2016.

Andrew Bashford

Head of Highways, Traffic and Infrastructure

Dated 23 October 2024

Further enquiries in respect of this notice should be addressed to: Stewart Bushnell, Highways and Amenity Services, Foots Cray Offices, Maidstone Road, 
Foots Cray, Kent DA14 5HS (Tel. No. 0203 045 4605)
 

Alexander Road, Bexleyheath - Notice of Intention

1. The London Borough of Bexley, being the Traffic Authority for the above-mentioned road, in exercise of powers conferred by section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, HEREBY GIVE NOTICE that, to enable JDT Utilities Ltd on behalf of Southern Gas Networks, they intend to make an Order the effects of which will be the introduction of:
   • Prohibition of traffic on Alexander Road Bexleyheath
   • Waiting restriction and Loading Prohibition entire length of the road (both sides of the carriageway)
     Restrictions will be removed when not required.
2. The Order will come into effect on 4 November 2024 and is valid for a period of 18 months. However, the works are expected to be completed within 4 weeks.
3. Whilst the works are in progress alternative routes will be via, Normanhurst Avenue, Brampton Road, Holmesdale Road, and reverse.
4. Nothing in this Notice will apply to anything done with the permission or at the direction of a police constable in uniform or traffic warden, to emergency service vehicles, or to vehicles being used in connection with the works.
5. The restrictions described above will apply only during such times and to such extent as shall be indicated by traffic signs as prescribed by the Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions 2016.

Andrew Bashford

Head of Highways, Traffic and Infrastructure

Dated: 23 October 2024

Further enquiries in respect of this notice should be addressed to: 
Southern Gas Networks  -  07887825389

Sidcup High Street, Sidcup - Notice of Making an Order

1. The London Borough of Bexley, being the Traffic Authority for the above-mentioned road, in exercise of powers conferred by section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, HEREBY GIVE NOTICE that an order has been made, to enable the laying of a new service connection, the effects of which will be the introduction of: 
   • Prohibition of traffic in outside 87 Sidcup High Street, Sidcup
2. The Order will come into effect on 26 October 2024 and is valid for a period of 18 months. However, the works are expected to be completed within 8 days.
3. Whilst the works are in progress alternative routes will be provided via,
   • Traffic travelling Westbound.
     • Elm Road – Chislehurst Road – Sidcup Bypass – Cray Road – Sidcup Hill 
   • Traffic travelling Northbound.
     • Station Road – Hatherley Crescent – Faraday Avenue – Bexley Lane – Rectory Lane 
4. Nothing in this Notice will apply to anything done with the permission or at the direction of a police constable in uniform or traffic warden, to emergency service vehicles, or to vehicles being used in connection with the works.
5. The restrictions described above will apply only during such times and to such extent as shall be indicated by traffic signs as prescribed by the Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions 2016.

Andrew Bashford

Head of Highways, Traffic and Infrastructure

Dated 23 October 2024

Further enquiries in respect of this notice should be addressed to: 
Southern Gas Networks 0800 9121700

Gertrude Road, Belvedere - Notice of Making an Order

1. The London Borough of Bexley, being the Traffic Authority for the above-mentioned road, in exercise of powers conferred by section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, HEREBY GIVE NOTICE that an order has been made, to enable Morrison Water Services Ltd on behalf of Thames Water to undertake their mains replacement works, the effects of which will be the introduction of: 
   • Prohibition of traffic Gertrude Road, Belvedere
   • Waiting restriction and Loading prohibition the entire length of the carriageway both sides of the road.
   • Removal of the no-entry
   •  restriction and one-way restriction allowing two-way traffic in Coleman Street, Belvedere for the duration of these works
2. The Order will come into effect on 24 October 2024 and is valid for a period of 18 months. However, the works are expected to be completed within 119 days.
3. Whilst the works are in progress alternative routes will be provided via, 
   Upper Abbey Road, Coleman Road, Paroma Road, Sheridan Road, Ambrook and reverse.
   Lower Road, Picardy Road, Lyndon Road, Ambrook Road and reverse.
4. Nothing in this Notice will apply to anything done with the permission or at the direction of a police constable in uniform or traffic warden, to emergency service vehicles, or to vehicles being used in connection with the works.
5. The restrictions described above will apply only during such times and to such extent as shall be indicated by traffic signs as prescribed by the Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions 2016.

Andrew Bashford

Head of Highways, Traffic and Infrastructure

Dated 23 October 2024

Further enquiries in respect of this notice should be addressed to: Thames Water Customer Team - 08003169800

Fairfield Road, Hudson Road, Church Road, Bexleyheath - Notice of Making an Order

1. The London Borough of Bexley, being the Traffic Authority for the above-mentioned road, in exercise of powers conferred by section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, HEREBY GIVE NOTICE that an order has been made, to enable highways improvement works by a Council contractor on behalf of The London Borough of Bexley, the effects of which will be the introduction of: 
   • Prohibition of traffic on Fairfield Road from the junction with Herbert Road to the junction with Belvedere Road, Bexleyheath
   • Prohibition of traffic on Hudson Road from the side of 186 Church Road to the junction with Herbert Road, Bexleyheath
   • Prohibition of traffic on Church Road at the junction with Fairfield Road, Bexleyheath
   • Waiting restriction and Loading prohibition on Fairfield Road from the junction with Herbert Road to the junction with Belvedere Road, Bexleyheath
   • Waiting restriction and Loading prohibition on Hudson Road from the side of 186 Church Road to the junction with Herbert Road, Bexleyheath
   • Waiting restriction and Loading prohibition on Church Road at the junction with Fairfield Road, Bexleyheath
2. The Order will come into effect on 30 October 2024 and is valid for a period of 18 months. However, the works are expected to be completed within 2 days.
3. Whilst the works are in progress alternative routes will be provided via: Hudson Road, Sheldon Road, Belvedere Road and reversed.
   Church Road, Belvedere Road and reversed. 
4. Nothing in this Notice will apply to anything done with the permission or at the direction of a police constable in uniform or traffic warden, to emergency service vehicles, or to vehicles being used in connection with the works.
5. The restrictions described above will apply only during such times and to such extent as shall be indicated by traffic signs as prescribed by the Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions 2016.

Andrew Bashford

Head of Highways, Traffic and Infrastructure

Dated 23 October 2024

Further enquiries in respect of this notice should be addressed to: 
John Stevens, Highways and Amenity Services, Foots Cray Offices, Maidstone Road, 
Foots Cray, Kent DA14 5HS (Tel. No. 020 3045 4545)
 

Fraser Road, Erith - Notice of Making an Order

1. The London Borough of Bexley, being the Traffic Authority for the above-mentioned road, in exercise of powers conferred by section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, HEREBY GIVE NOTICE that an order has been made, to enable Morrison Water Services on behalf of Thames Water to install a new service connection, the effects of which will be the introduction of: 
   • Waiting restriction and Loading prohibition from Lamppost 25 to Lamppost 27 x 15 spaces and 15 spaces on the opposite side of the carriageway
2. The Order will come into effect on 25 October 2024 and is valid for a period of 18 months. However, the works are expected to be completed within 9 days.
3. Whilst the works are in progress no alternative routes will be required.
4. Nothing in this Notice will apply to anything done with the permission or at the direction of a police constable in uniform or traffic warden, to emergency service vehicles, or to vehicles being used in connection with the works.
5. The restrictions described above will apply only during such times and to such extent as shall be indicated by traffic signs as prescribed by the Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions 2016.

Andrew Bashford

Head of Highways, Traffic and Infrastructure

Dated 23 October 2024

Further enquiries in respect of this notice should be addressed to: Morrison Water Services - 07974042503

Abbey Road, Abbey Wood - Notice of Making an Order

1. The London Borough of Bexley, being the Traffic Authority for the above-mentioned road, in exercise of powers conferred by section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, HEREBY GIVE NOTICE that an order has been made, to enable works to maintain the water network by Morrisons Water Services on behalf of Thames Water, the effects of which will be the introduction of: 
   • Prohibition of traffic in Abbey Road from number 15 to the junction with St Augustines Road, Abbey Wood
2. The Order will come into effect on 28 October 2024 and is valid for a period of 18 months. However, the works are expected to be completed within 7 days.
3. Whilst the works are in progress alternative routes will be provided via,
   St Augustines Road – Kingswood Avenue – Abbey Road and reverse
   Nothing in this Notice will apply to anything done with the permission or at the direction of a police constable in uniform or traffic warden, to emergency service vehicles, or to vehicles being used in connection with the works
4. The restrictions described above will apply only during such times and to such extent as shall be indicated by traffic signs as prescribed by the Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions 2016.

Andrew Bashford

Head of Highways, Traffic and Infrastructure

Dated 23 October 2024 

Further enquiries in respect of this notice should be addressed to: Morrisons Water Services 07966671052

Mayfield Road, Belvedere - Notice of Making an Order

1. The London Borough of Bexley, being the Traffic Authority for the above-mentioned road, in exercise of powers conferred by section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, HEREBY GIVE NOTICE that an order has been made, to enable Morrison Water Services Ltd on behalf of Thames Water to undertake their mains replacement works,, the effects of which will be the introduction of: 
   • Prohibition of traffic on Mayfield Road, Belvedere
   • Waiting restriction and Loading prohibition entire road both sides of the carriageway including the Disabled Bay.
2. The Order will come into effect on 24 October 2024 and is valid for a period of 18 months. However, the works are expected to be completed within 85 days.
3. Whilst the works are in progress no alternative routes will be available however, access for emergency vehicles to be maintained.
4. Nothing in this Notice will apply to anything done with the permission or at the direction of a police constable in uniform or traffic warden, to emergency service vehicles, or to vehicles being used in connection with the works.
5. The restrictions described above will apply only during such times and to such extent as shall be indicated by traffic signs as prescribed by the Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions 2016.

Andrew Bashford

Head of Highways, Traffic and Infrastructure

Dated 23 October 2024

Further enquiries in respect of this notice should be addressed to: Thames Water Customer Team - 08003169800

Halt Robin Road, Belvedere - Notice of Making an Order

1. The London Borough of Bexley, being the Traffic Authority for the above-mentioned road, in exercise of powers conferred by section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, HEREBY GIVE NOTICE that an order has been made, to enable WHO and WHAT, the effects of which will be the introduction of: 
   Prohibition of traffic outside Shenstone School in Halt Robin Road, Belvedere
2. The Order will come into effect on 28 October 2024 and is valid for a period of 18 months. However, the works are expected to be completed within 5 days.
3. Whilst the works are in progress access will be maintained as and when works allow.
4. Nothing in this Notice will apply to anything done with the permission or at the direction of a police constable in uniform or traffic warden, to emergency service vehicles, or to vehicles being used in connection with the works.
5. The restrictions described above will apply only during such times and to such extent as shall be indicated by traffic signs as prescribed by the Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions 2016.

Andrew Bashford

Head of Highways, Traffic and Infrastructure

Dated 23 October 2024

Further enquiries in respect of this notice should be addressed to: Southern Gas Networks 07974842105

Highbanks Close, Welling - Notice of Making an Order

1. The London Borough of Bexley, being the Traffic Authority for the above-mentioned road, in exercise of powers conferred by section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, HEREBY GIVE NOTICE that an order has been made, to enable Morrison Water Services on behalf of Thames Water to install a new mains connection, the effects of which will be the introduction of: 
   • Waiting restriction and Loading prohibition 3 parking bays at the side of 342 Upper Wickham Lane, in Highbanks Close, Welling
2. The Order will come into effect on 28 October 2024 and is valid for a period of 18 months. However, the works are expected to be completed within 8 days.
3. Whilst the works are in progress no alternative routes will be required.
4. Nothing in this Notice will apply to anything done with the permission or at the direction of a police constable in uniform or traffic warden, to emergency service vehicles, or to vehicles being used in connection with the works.
5. The restrictions described above will apply only during such times and to such extent as shall be indicated by traffic signs as prescribed by the Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions 2016.

Andrew Bashford

Head of Highways, Traffic and Infrastructure

Dated 23 October 2024

Further enquiries in respect of this notice should be addressed to: Morrison Water Services - 07890046658

Orchard Road, Carlton Road, Clifton Road, Welling - Notice of Intention

1. The London Borough of Bexley, being the Traffic Authority for the above-mentioned road, in exercise of powers conferred by section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, HEREBY GIVE NOTICE that, to enable Gas mains replacement by JDT Utilities on behalf of Southern Gas Networks they intend to make an Order the effects of which will be the introduction of:
   • Prohibition of traffic ( road closure) entire length of Orchard Road, Welling
   • Prohibition of traffic ( road closure) entire length of Carlton Road, Welling
   • Prohibition of traffic ( road closure) in Clifton Road from number 56 to the junction with Westbrook Road, Welling Access to be maintained as and when works allow
2. The Order will come into effect on 4 November 2024 and is valid for a period of 18 months. However, the works are expected to be completed within 4 weeks.
3. Whilst the works are in progress alternative routes will be unavailable
4. Nothing in this Notice will apply to anything done with the permission or at the direction of a police constable in uniform or traffic warden, to emergency service vehicles, or to vehicles being used in connection with the works.
5. The restrictions described above will apply only during such times and to such extent as shall be indicated by traffic signs as prescribed by the Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions 2016.

Andrew Bashford

Head of Highways, Traffic and Infrastructure

Dated: 23 October 2024

Further enquiries in respect of this notice should be addressed to: Southern Gas Networks, 07887 825389

New Road and Westbrooke Road, Welling - Notice of Intention

1. The London Borough of Bexley, being the Traffic Authority for the above-mentioned road, in exercise of powers conferred by section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, HEREBY GIVE NOTICE that, to enable Gas mains replacement by JDT Utilities on behalf of Southern Gas Networks they intend to make an Order the effects of which will be the introduction of:
   • Prohibition of traffic (road closure) entire length of New Road, Welling as and when works require
   • Prohibition of traffic (road closure) entire length of Westbrook Road, Welling as and when works require
   • No waiting no loading as detailed in Schedule one of this order
2. The Order will come into effect on 4 November 2024 and is valid for a period of 18 months. However, the works are expected to be completed within 7 weeks.
3. Whilst the works are in progress alternative routes will be via,
   • Diversion for New Road
     Upper Wickham Lane – Welling High Street -  Park View Road – Clifton Road – 
     Westbrook Road and reverse
   • Diversion for Westbrooke Road
     New Road - Upper Wickham Lane – Welling High Street – Park View Road – 
     Clifton Road and reverse
4. Nothing in this Notice will apply to anything done with the permission or at the direction of a police constable in uniform or traffic warden, to emergency service vehicles, or to vehicles being used in connection with the works.
5. The restrictions described above will apply only during such times and to such extent as shall be indicated by traffic signs as prescribed by the Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions 2016.

Andrew Bashford

Head of Highways, Traffic and Infrastructure

Dated: 23 October 2024

Further enquiries in respect of this notice should be addressed to: Southern Gas Networks, 07887 825389

Schedule One

• New Road, Welling both sides of carriageway for entire length
• Westbrooke Road, Welling both sides of carriageway from junction Orchard to junction Clifton Road, Welling
   

Parkside Avenue and Old Manor Way, Bexleyheath - Notice of Intention

1. The London Borough of Bexley, being the Traffic Authority for the above-mentioned road, in exercise of powers conferred by section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, HEREBY GIVE NOTICE that, to enable gas mains replacement by JDT Utilities on behalf of Southern Gas Networks they intend to make an Order the effects of which will be the introduction of:
   • Prohibition of traffic (road closure) in Parkside Avenue from Junction with roundabout at Northend Road to junction with Old Manor Way, Bexleyheath
   • Prohibition of traffic (road closure) in Old Manor Way from junction with Parkside Avenue to junction with Old Manor Way, Bexleyheath
   • No waiting no loading (parking restrictions) as detailed in Schedule one of this order
2. The Order will come into effect on 4 November 2024 and is valid for a period of 18 months. However, the works are expected to be completed within 10 weeks.
3. Whilst the works are in progress alternative routes will be via,
   • Northend Road – Eversley Avenue – Old Manor Way and reverse
4. Nothing in this Notice will apply to anything done with the permission or at the direction of a police constable in uniform or traffic warden, to emergency service vehicles, or to vehicles being used in connection with the works.
5. The restrictions described above will apply only during such times and to such extent as shall be indicated by traffic signs as prescribed by the Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions 2016.

Andrew Bashford

Head of Highways, Traffic and Infrastructure

Dated: 23 October 2024

Further enquiries in respect of this notice should be addressed to: Southern Gas Networks, 07887 825389

Schedule One

• Parkside Avenue, Bexleyheath, both sides of carriageway for entire length
• Old Manor Way, Bexleyheath on both sides of carriageway from junction with Parkside Avenue to junction with Old Manor Way, Bexleyheath

Parkside Cross and Eversley Cross, Bexleyheath - Notice of Intention

1. The London Borough of Bexley, being the Traffic Authority for the above-mentioned road, in exercise of powers conferred by section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, HEREBY GIVE NOTICE that, to enable gas mains replacement by JDT Utilities on behalf of Southern Gas Networks they intend to make an Order the effects of which will be the introduction of:
   • Prohibition of traffic (road closure) in Parkside Cross at the junction with Parkside Avenue, Bexleyheath
   • Prohibition of traffic (road closure) in Eversley Cross at the junction with Parkside Avenue, Bexleyheath
   • No waiting no loading (parking restrictions) as detailed in Schedule one of this order
2. The Order will come into effect on 4 November 2024 and is valid for a period of 18 months. However, the works are expected to be completed within 10 weeks.
3. Whilst the works are in progress alternative routes will be via,
   • Eversley Avenue – Old Manor Way and reverse
   • Localised diversions to be sign posted as and when required
4. Nothing in this Notice will apply to anything done with the permission or at the direction of a police constable in uniform or traffic warden, to emergency service vehicles, or to vehicles being used in connection with the works.
5. The restrictions described above will apply only during such times and to such extent as shall be indicated by traffic signs as prescribed by the Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions 2016.

Andrew Bashford

Head of Highways, Traffic and Infrastructure

Dated: 23 October 2024

Further enquiries in respect of this notice should be addressed to: Southern Gas Networks, 07887 825389

Schedule One

• Eversley Cross, Bexleyheath both sides of carriageway from 30 meters up to and including the junction with Parkside Avenue, Bexleyheath
• Parkside Cross, Bexleyheath both sides of carriageway from 30 meters up to and including the junction with Parkside Avenue, Bexleyheath

Baldwyns Park, Bexley - Notice of Intention

1. The London Borough of Bexley, being the Traffic Authority for the above-mentioned road, in exercise of powers conferred by section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, HEREBY GIVE NOTICE that, to enable Southern Gas Networks to install a new service connection, they intend to make an Order the effects of which will be the introduction of:
   • Waiting restriction and Loading prohibition from 57 Baldwyns Park to the junction with Tile Kiln Lane and outside 59 to 60 Baldwyns Park, Bexley
2. The Order will come into effect on 4 November 2024 and is valid for a period of 18 months. However, the works are expected to be completed within 7 days.
3. Whilst the works are in progress no alternative route will be required.
4. Nothing in this Notice will apply to anything done with the permission or at the direction of a police constable in uniform or traffic warden, to emergency service vehicles, or to vehicles being used in connection with the works.
5. The restrictions described above will apply only during such times and to such extent as shall be indicated by traffic signs as prescribed by the Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions 2016.

Andrew Bashford

Head of Highways, Traffic and Infrastructure

Dated: 23 October 2024

Further enquiries in respect of this notice should be addressed to: Southern Gas Networks - 08006444114

Thistlefield Close, Bexley - Notice of Intention

1. The London Borough of Bexley, being the Traffic Authority for the above-mentioned road, in exercise of powers conferred by section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, HEREBY GIVE NOTICE that, to enable Erith Connect to carry out electrical connection works, they intend to make an Order the effects of which will be the introduction of:
   • Waiting restriction and Loading prohibition from 31 to 36 Thistlefield Road, Bexley
2. The Order will come into effect on 4 November 2024 and is valid for a period of 18 months. However, the works are expected to be completed within 2 weeks.
3. Whilst the works are in progress no alternative route will be required.
4. Nothing in this Notice will apply to anything done with the permission or at the direction of a police constable in uniform or traffic warden, to emergency service vehicles, or to vehicles being used in connection with the works.
5. The restrictions described above will apply only during such times and to such extent as shall be indicated by traffic signs as prescribed by the Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions 2016.

Andrew Bashford

Head of Highways, Traffic and Infrastructure

Dated: 23 October 2024

Further enquiries in respect of this notice should be addressed to: Erith Connect -  07436142072

The London Borough of Bexley (Stopping up of Highways) Order (No 1) 2024

The Council of the London Borough of Bexley hereby gives notice that it has made an order under section 247(2A) of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990, (“the TCPA 1990”) authorising the stopping up of an area of highway comprising the footpath parallel to Bronze Age Way linking Stonewood Road to Walnut Tree Road, the ramp leading to Walnut Tree Road and the pedestrian subway beneath Bexley Road. 

The order is made to enable development to be carried out in accordance with planning permission granted under Part III of the Act with reference: 23/00254/FULM.

A copy of the order and the order plan may be inspected free of charge at the Contact Centre, Civic Offices, 2 Watling Street, Bexleyheath, Kent DA6 7AT on Mondays to Fridays during 9.30am to 16.30pm (excluding bank holidays and public holidays). A copy may also be viewed on the Council’s website.

The order comes into force on 23rd October 2024 

Any person aggrieved by the order and wishing to question its validity, or any provision contained in the order, on the ground that it is not within the powers of the TCPA 1990 or that any procedural requirement of the TCPA 1990 or any regulation made under the TCPA 1990 has not been complied with in relation to the making of the order may, before the end of the period of 6 weeks beginning with the day after the 23rd October 2024 apply to the High Court for the suspension or quashing of the order or of any provision contained in the order.

Patricia Narebor        

Deputy Director of Legal and Democratic Services

Dated 23rd October 2024

Notification of an Application for Planning Permission within the Old Bexley (1971) Conservation Area

Proposed development at 98 Bexley High Street Bexley Kent

I give notice that application is being made by Mr & Mrs Smith & Barber to the London Borough of Bexley Council for planning permission for:-

• Single storey front extension, erection of a vertical extension to provide first floor and alterations to roofline and fenestration.

Members of the public can view the application, and submit any observations on the proposal, using the Planning Application Information Online system.

Anyone who wishes to make representations about this application should do so by 13th November 2024, quoting reference 24/02570/FUL. Written responses should be addressed to Development Management, Civic Offices, 2 Watling Street, Bexleyheath, Kent, DA6 7AT.

Due to the Local Government (Access to Information) Act 1995, the Council will be legally obliged to make any response to this notice available for public inspection.

PLEASE NOTE - As this application relates to a proposal on a domestic dwelling, if the application is refused and the applicant appeals against that decision under the Householder Appeal Service, then only those observations you make on this application will be passed to the Planning Inspectorate, there will be no opportunity to make further representations. 

Richard Turek

Head of Development Management

Date 23rd October 2024

Notification of an Application for Planning Permission within the Parkhurst Conservation Area 

Proposed development at  18 Knoll Road Bexley Kent

I give notice that application is being made by Mr D Hackett to the London Borough of Bexley Council for planning permission for:-

• Single storey rear extension.

Members of the public can view the application, and submit any observations on the proposal, using the Planning Application Information Online system.

Anyone who wishes to make representations about this application should do so by 13th November 2024, quoting reference 24/02499/FUL. Written responses should be addressed to Development Management, Civic Offices, 2 Watling Street, Bexleyheath, Kent, DA6 7AT.

Due to the Local Government (Access to Information) Act 1995, the Council will be legally obliged to make any response to this notice available for public inspection.

PLEASE NOTE:- As this application relates to a proposal on a domestic dwelling, if the application is refused and the applicant appeals against that decision under the Householder Appeal Service, then only those observations you make on this application will be passed to the Planning Inspectorate, there will be no opportunity to make further representations. 

Richard Turek

Head of Development Management

Notification of an Application for Planning Permission within the Christ Church Conservation Area 

Proposed development at 44 Priestlands Park Road Sidcup Kent
I give notice that application is being made by Mrs K Newman to the London Borough of Bexley Council for planning permission for:- Replacement of windows to dwelling house.

Members of the public can view the application, and submit any observations on the proposal, using the Planning Application Information Online system.

Anyone who wishes to make representations about this application should do so by 13th November 2024, quoting reference 24/02202/FUL. Written responses should be addressed to Development Management, Civic Offices, 2 Watling Street, Bexleyheath, Kent, DA6 7AT.

Due to the Local Government (Access to Information) Act 1995, the Council will be legally obliged to make any response to this notice available for public inspection.

PLEASE NOTE:- As this application relates to a proposal on a domestic dwelling, if the application is refused and the applicant appeals against that decision under the Householder Appeal Service, then only those observations you make on this application will be passed to the Planning Inspectorate, there will be no opportunity to make further representations. 

Richard Turek

Head of Development Management

Date 23rd October 2024