Welcome to Warwickshire County Council

Frequently Asked Questions

Highway Defects and Maintence Who is responsible for clearing my blocked drain? Who is responsible for grass cutting and when will it be carried out? Who is responsible for cutting back trees, hedges and clearing out ditches? I have had an accident on the highway. Who can I contact about it? What should I do if I see some Ragwort?

Highway Policy and Information Guides What is Councils Estate Road Design Guide and Surface Policy? What is Councils Highway Maintenance Policy? What is Councils policy on Farming and the Public Highway? (5.4 MB) What is Councils Highway Construction Details Policy? How should ‘A’ Boards and Displays be arranged on the pavement? (193 KB)

General Information How do I find out if my road is adopted/ get a road adopted? How do I enter into a highways work agreement? How do I apply for a street works licence? How do I find out the status or extent of the highway, or the proximity of transport schemes? How can I suggest a location for a new pedestrian crossing/ traffic sign/ road markings?

Highways Budget and Spending Details How much does County Highways spend? How much is spent on pothole repair?

Highways Agency Activities and HGV Routes Who looks after the Motorways and Trunk Roads in Warwickshire? What is happening with M40 Junction 15, Longbridge Island? What are the most suitable HGV routes around Warwickshire?

Other Contact Details Local District and Borough Councils. Severn Trent. Network Rail. British Waterways.

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