Road closures for events
A road closure order is required for any event which may stop the flow of traffic on a public highway.
For small public events such as parades, street parties or markets, a road closure can be requested when applying to hold your event. View our events page for more information.
For larger events such as charity runs, cycle rides or concerts which involve temporary traffic management lasting all day or over a weekend these require a Temporary Traffic Regulation Order (TTRO) which can be applied for through West Sussex County Council. Closure of major trunk roads, through roads or longer-term closures must be facilitated by application to West Sussex County Council for a Closure Order under provisions of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984.
A road closure does not automatically suspend parking restrictions like pay and display, permit holder only or limited waiting bays. If you require these to be suspended, please read the information on our suspending bays page.
Fees
A standard road closure fee of £98 will apply to all applications for road closures due to take place after 1 January 2025.
This fee does not apply to street party applications.
We do not charge for any closures due to Remembrance Day or VE Day celebrations.
Contact road.closures@arun.gov.uk for more information.
The below Road Closure Policy comes into effect from 1 January 2026 and should be read in conjunction with the events policy and procedures, where applicable.
Planned road closures
For more information about planned road closures, including road closures for events, roadworks and diversions in place, please view the WSCC roadworks map.