Temporary Road Closures
Temporary Road Closures in the Selwyn District
Local authorities are empowered to temporarily close roads for the purpose of facilitating vehicle races or trials, processions, carnivals, celebrations, sporting events, or other special events. Subject to the relevant legislative provisions, the Local Authority may restrict ordinary vehicular traffic during such closures.
In addition to events, temporary road closures may also be implemented to ensure the safety of both contractors and the public during essential infrastructure works. Within the Selwyn District, road closures are only approved where it is not feasible to safely maintain a single lane of traffic. Common examples include excavation works for water or wastewater mains located in the carriageway, or road resurfacing and upgrades that require full access to the road corridor.
While road closures may result in short-term disruptions, they often enable contractors to complete works more efficiently, thereby reducing the overall duration of works and restoring full access to the road in a shorter timeframe.
All Temporary Road Closures within the Selwyn District will be advertised here. In some instances, notifications may also be shared via social media platforms.