Diversionary works include the removal, alteration and protection of . xref of the allowable costs of the diversionary works. The Secretary of State for the Environment, Transport and the Regions, in exercise of his powers under section 85 and 104(3) of the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991(1), and of all other powers enabling him in that behalf, hereby makes the following Regulations: 1.(1)These Regulations may be cited as the Street Works (Sharing of Costs of Works) (England) Regulations 2000 and shall come into force on 15th January 2001. Code of practice for local authorities who have a duty to co-ordinate works in the highway, and for undertakers on how to co-operate in the process. Where possible, the placing and recording of underground apparatus should be in accordance with the RAUC(S) Advice Note 12. The Street Works Codes of Practice detail the workings of the legislation. Collapse. 0000065009 00000 n Different options to open legislation in order to view more content on screen at once. Developer Interface Teamour You can change your cookie settings at any time. In any sizeable diversionary works project, incorrectly applying NRSWA cost sharing could unnecessarily cost the statutory undertaker significant sums of money. stream An Act to make provision as regards roads in Scotland, An Act of the Scottish Parliament to provide for the setting up and functions of new transport bodies and to enable the Scottish Ministers to discharge certain transport functions and to provide further for the control and co-ordination of road works, The Act helps make Scotlands transport network cleaner, smarter and more accessible than ever before. We follow the process set out in the New Roads & Streetworks Act 1991 (NRSWA) and its code of practice. (2)These Regulations apply where the formal notice of intention to proceed with major works pursuant to paragraph 5 of Appendix C to the Code is served on or after the date on which they come into force; and the 1992 Regulations shall continue to apply where such formal notice has been served before that date. You have accepted additional cookies. 11.7.2 In relation to works near rail tracks, please see Appendix C. The Code of Practice on Safety at Street Works and Road Works should always be consulted for advice on safety issues. 0000006228 00000 n An Act to make new provision in place of sections 14 and 15 of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984; and for connected purposes. All 'C' numbered references in the text of this note refer to . Details of the regime used to carry out these duties are controlled by subordinate legislation contained in Regulations and associated Codes of Practice issued under the Order. The HAUC(UK) APP: the latest safety information in your pocket, HAUC(UK) Working Group - Diversionary Works, This group support and monitors the close co-operation and co-ordination between the promoting authority and undertaker through the provisions of the Diversionary Works Code, Infrastructure is the backbone of the economy vital to jobs, economic growth, and quality of life for people across the UK. 7 0 obj There are changes that may be brought into force at a future date. Bridge, sewer and transport authorities also have an interest so far as any land, structure or apparatus of theirs is concerned. There is therefore a presumption that closures or prohibitions will remain in force only for as long as necessary for the purposes for which they are imposed. HAUC(UK) initial review plan would be too: 1. Dont include personal or financial information like your National Insurance number or credit card details. 11.10.1 Under section 128, those carrying out works must ensure that the owners of apparatus belonging to others are able to monitor the works and that requirements to take reasonable steps to protect the apparatus are followed. Where diversionary works are executed by an authority because of that authoritys major works, the undertaker shall pay 18 per cent. Decisions taken today on new rail lines, power plants, or road upgrades, will affect lives and livelihoods for decades to come. [postcode] can be reached with our expanded network, Speak to a representatitive to discuss your options, Learn about our prices using our online tool, LIVEQUOTE, Public Sector Telecoms & Internet Network Solutions, View our full network coverage on our interactive network map, Contractors excavating on behalf of Local Authorities, Contractors excavating on behalf of Utility Companies, Contractors excavating on behalf of Independent Connection Providers, Private Domestic enquiries limited to your own property, Area of interest plan and/or map (PDF format if emailed), Plans / maps showing existing & proposed conditions (min 1:500 scale and PDF format if emailed), Scheme cost apportionment information with confirmation of who the works principal is (the person or company funding your project), A budget fee letter (if your scheme falls outside of NRSWA) showing the payment required to prepare a cost estimate, If its a NRSWA scheme or if youve already paid the budget fee, then a budget estimate (C3) response letter, a plan showing our telecoms network and a pricing sheet showing the estimated works (C5) with costs required to prepare a detailed estimate (C4). 5 0 obj 0000003501 00000 n They are sometimes necessary to accommodate highway improvement schemes. If you have any further queries, please send your enquiry to: We will require the following information in order to progress your query as quickly and as efficiently as possible: Budget estimates (C3s), for works that we may need to undertake to alter our existing plant and equipment are FREE for NRSWA highway authority funded schemes. This code of practice is intended to help local authorities co-ordinate works in the highway under section 59 of the New Roads and Street Works Act (1991) ( NRSWA). 6 0 obj David Capon is the JAG(UK) Manager and has worked extensively with the JAG(UK) community in delivering improved communications, management of the network and local knowledge and expertise. Diversionary Works Advice Note No. Full supporting information must also be supplied. Broomhouse Drive 11.7.1 Works promoters planning works near to, adjacent or across the lines of road-running tramways must contact the transport authority responsible for that tramway as early in their planning cycle as possible. (2)Paragraph (1) does not apply to the costs of. (as the case may be) of the allowable costs to the authority: regulation 4. Provision is made requiring the undertaker to give credit for any gain received by him from betterment of his apparatus or deferment of the need to renew his apparatus resulting from protective measures: regulation 7. Even within diversionary works subject to NRSWA, it is not the case that cost sharing applies in all situations. 11.12.1 A Fixed Penalty Notice (FPN) offers the opportunity of discharging any liability to conviction for certain offences under NRSWA by payment of a fixed penalty charge. For users who are not a Local Authority or Rail Authority, or who are not a Utility Company or an Independent Connection Provider (ICP) there is a fee of43.20 inclusive of VATfor each search. Well send you a link to a feedback form. For works over 18 months, the advertising and publication must be done at least 21 days in advance of the start date and the aforementioned parties must be consulted along with the Scottish Government. if those measures result in a betterment of the undertakers apparatus, a sum equal to the benefit which the undertaker gains as a result of the betterment, calculated in accordance with Appendix F to the Code; if those measures result in a postponement of the need to renew the undertakers apparatus, a sum determined in accordance with Appendix E to the Code. A code of practice, Measures necessary where apparatus is affected by major works (diversionary works), can be bought from TSO. Infrastructure is long-term. 2 0 obj 8.(1)For the purposes of regulation 3(1)(a) and (b) (including those provisions as applied by regulation 5) the authority may pay to the undertaker a sum equal to 75 per cent. National Code of Practice providing local highway authorities with guidance and recommendations on good practice. 0000064507 00000 n No changes have been applied to the text. The road works authority will then confirm whether a notice will be made. (a)a licence under section 50 of the Act; (b)a consent under section 61 of the Act; (c)an agreement to house apparatus in a bridge structure; or. Statutory guidance on street works inspections coring added to collection page. This Code is approved by the Department to give practical advice where an undertakers apparatus in a street is or may be affected by major road works, bridge works or transport works. Adding additional buffers will increase the likelihood of an affected search being returned. This Strategy brings together the governments long-term goals with the short-term imperative to rebuild the economy following the COVID-19 pandemic.The Diversionary Works COP was first issued in June 1992 and has remain untouched since that date save for an industry advice note in 2010.Underpinning everything is the notion that diversion only takes place when operational and technical constraints demand it. All 'C' numbered references in the text of this note refer to . Failure to do so is an offence. 0000065442 00000 n of the allowable costs of the diversionary works; (b)in other cases where payment is made in accordance with regulation 8(1), a sum equal to 82 per cent. Neos Networks will respond one of two ways: Depending on the complexity of your scheme, we aim to provide a response to initial enquiries (C2) within 10 working days, budget estimates (C3) within 20 working days and detailed estimates (C4) within 25 working days. of the allowable costs of the diversionary works; in other cases where payment is made in accordance with regulation 8(1), a sum equal to 82 per cent. The works are then not wholly confined to the footway but encroach on to the carriageway. 11.8.2 A vehicle may be parked outside a works site provided that it obeys the parking rules that apply to any other vehicle in that road. Infrastructure is long-term. YlTyVN19Vs+iUji!9 11.8.3 When assessing the impact of works, the parking of works vehicles must be taken into account. Transport, digital, energy and utility networks are vital for jobs, businesses, and economic growth. the Act means the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991; authority means a highway, bridge or transport authority; the Code means the Code of Practice entitled Measures Necessary where Apparatus is affected by Major Works (Diversionary Works) dated June 1992, and approved by the Secretary of State on 30th June 1992, as revised and re-issued from time to time; diversionary works means measures needing to be taken in relation to an undertakers apparatus in a street in consequence of major works or in order to facilitate their execution; major works means major highway works, major bridge works or major transport works; section 86(3) (a) to (g) works means major transport works which are or would, if executed by a highway authority, be major highway works described in any of paragraphs (a) to (g) of section 86(3) of the Act. If they take longer than this, the highway authority may impose an overrun charge, so utilities are incentivised to complete their works on time. d4ik->WE4?hfASF(%!^X8!T,yRf#7 u.&zP =kRXi}YnRnWg~"F7+~REaQlYsmZvrjCL4:oA'~ ~X[ oJ8w!h4a^L4.u;OOn._% a0-7Ka,O@~X %g (;#}3V%k{is&@gH;8W4;(vr#`e. The road works authority may arrange a joint inspection by agreement with the undertaker. This item of legislation is currently only available in its original format. 'Future of lane rental schemes for roadworks' consultation outcome published. Deferment of the Time for Renewal HAUC Advice Note No 2008/01 supersedes Appendix E in so far as it introduces a revised rate of interest (3.5%) to be used in the calculation. This Code of Practice provides information on the needs of the various undertakers and promoting authorities when confronted with the possibility of having to divert or take some other action in regard to undertaker apparatus, The code of Practice for Co-ordination 5th Edition, together with HAUC (England) Operational Guidance for Permit Schemes appended, is released. These Regulations replace and revoke (as respects England) the Street Works (Sharing of Costs of Works) Regulations 1992 (S.I. Safety at Street Works and Road Works - A Code of Practice, Code of Practice for the Co-ordination of Works in Roads, Specification for the Reinstatement of Openings in Roads, Measures Necessary where Apparatus is affected by Major Works - June 1992, Office of the Scottish Road Works Commissioner. endobj The current Code aims to stimulate thinking by all concerned to explore alternatives to diversion, and where diversion has to take place, to ensure that it is done in a disciplined way. of the allowable costs of the diversionary works; (b)in all other cases, a sum equal to 18 per cent. The procedure to be used by undertakers when applying to use portable light signals is detailed in RAUC(S) Advice Note 8 - Portable Light Signals. Measures Necessary where Apparatus is affected by Major Works (Diversionary Works), ESpur,Saughton House But they also have a profound impact on peoples daily lives. This site additionally contains content derived from EUR-Lex, reused under the terms of the Commission Decision 2011/833/EU on the reuse of documents from the EU institutions. costs incurred in preparing the initial set of plans and estimates in relation to those diversionary works (but not in preparing any further plans and estimates which the authority may require); where the major works are major transport works (other than major bridge works or section 86(3) (a) to (g) works) and payment is made in accordance with regulation 8(1), a sum equal to 92.5 per cent. National Joint Utilities Group (NJUG) - trade association representing utilities companies and contractors on street work issues. YcKe(\TbmQ/>p@kK@BP9LRHMlMOC v` >(hA$L3BY;JG! Diversionary works are works to reroute utility services. (2)This regulation is subject to regulation 6. It contains a Code of Practice for Diversionary Works. Where the major works are major transport works (other than works which are major bridge works or certain major highway works), the authority pays 92.5 per cent. 11.12.2 The Code of Practice for Penalties sets out the procedures to be used when road works authorities issue FPNs under NRSWA. 11.3.7 Closures or restrictions provided by the above are only in force when the appropriate signs are maintained in place. If you use assistive technology (such as a screen reader) and need a That does not mean we are not going to do anything in the meantime as we are acutely aware of the need to ensure the infrastructure plans are not held back whilst a review takes place, that would make no sense. To help us improve GOV.UK, wed like to know more about your visit today. The code provides practical guidance on the responsibilities of authorities and undertakers. by an undertaker for the purposes of any such person. The Code recommends model procedures for dealing with diversionary works from the early planning stages, NRSWA: National Codes (Reinstatement Specification, Co-ordination, Inspections, Signing and Guarding and Diversionary Works). (2)For the purposes of this regulation betterment shall be determined in accordance with Appendix F to the Code. %PDF-1.5 (d)a direction to remove or change the position of apparatus, pursuant to section 62 of the Act. <<2C30B449E9FEAF42BCCB1C6E2BD3C35E>]>> Gvlf*w?4+=du\`U+Xmcctc}#-xjo%__*6EZrrWiv/q^4uGioZlo epwZB`qP$?-gpdnwtfDZgRNtYa76a#G4bH7.8-BqlG^3v |,#$P/$y Kx "-DL02IXFlFeHh;&#g1 0000065302 00000 n 1 0 obj New Road and Street Works Act (NRSWA) - provides a legal framework for street and highway works in the UK. 3.(1)Where, because of major works initiated by an authority, an undertaker executes diversionary works, the authority shall pay to the undertaker. That infrastructure drive has an effect on the relationships within the Street and Roads Works industry in terms of maintaining cost effective outcomes of works and maintaining asset access. This means if you make a subsequent search, you will not be charged for any previous unpaid searches if you choose to pay for the current search. endstream endobj 379 0 obj<>/Outlines 393 0 R/Metadata 366 0 R/AcroForm 381 0 R/JT 367 0 R/Pages 356 0 R/PageLayout/SinglePage/OpenAction 380 0 R/Type/Catalog>> endobj 380 0 obj<> endobj 381 0 obj<>/Encoding<>>>>> endobj 382 0 obj<> endobj 383 0 obj<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text]/ExtGState<>>> endobj 384 0 obj<> endobj 385 0 obj<> endobj 386 0 obj<> endobj 387 0 obj<> endobj 388 0 obj<>stream You have rejected additional cookies. Updated to feature 4th edition of code of practice. 11.5 Major Works for Road Purposes - Sharing of Costs. Where the undertaker requests the authority to move his apparatus solely because of a change in the type of highway construction, he is normally required to pay the whole of the allowable costs: regulation 4(2). We use some essential cookies to make this website work. You can change your cookie settings at any time. The Diversionary Works Code provides information on the needs of the various undertakers and promoting authorities when confronted with the possibility of having to divert or take some other action in regard to undertakers' apparatus. A vehicle entirely within the coned-off area of the site may require a larger coned-off area than would otherwise be the case. 0000065099 00000 n 11.4.4 Although NRSWA gives road works authorities certain powers to inspect and carry out emergency works, neither roads authorities or undertakers expect the need to arise. 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