Disposal Of Open Space Land

Hereby Give Notice that The Mayor and Burgesses of the London Borough of Bexley (the Council) in exercise of their powers under section 123 of the Local Government Act 1972 (as amended by the Local Government Planning and Land Act 1980) intend to dispose of land within the London Borough of Bexley by way of lease together with such necessary rights for pedestrian and vehicular access and utility rights as follows:

1. Two areas of land at Hall Place and Gardens, Bourne Road, Bexley DA5 1PQ, as shown coloured pink on plan 1 numbered BVS7830B, and as shown on the enlarged plan 2 numbered BVS7830C, which land extends to approximately 9,277.6 metres. The land is to be disposed of for a term of 20 years.
2. The Lodge, Hall Place, Bourne Road,  Bexley, DA5 1PQ, as shown edged red on plan numbered BVS5394A, which land extends to approximately 164 square metres. The land is to be disposed of by way of the grant of a lease for a term of 5 years.
3. Manor House Bowls Club, Mayplace Road East, Crayford DA1 4HB, as shown edged red (but excluding the area coloured green) on plan numbered BVS8130B, which land extends to approximately 4,731 square metres. The land is to be disposed of for a term of 10 years.
4. Single-storey Park Building, part of Waterside Gardens, Crayford DA1 4JJ, as shown edged red on plan numbered BVS5237A, which land extends to approximately 105.5 square metres.  The land is to be disposed of for a term of 10 years.
5. Danson Boathouse Kiosk, Danson Park, Danson Road, Bexleyheath DA6 8HL, as shown edged red on plan numbered BVS8608, which land extends to approximately 11.02 square metres.  The land is to be to be disposed of for a term of 5 years.
6. Belvedere North Recreation Ground Kiosk (Splash Park), Woolwich Road, Belvedere DA17 5EW, as shown edged red on plan numbered BVS8607, which land extends to approximately 29.82 square metres. The land is to be disposed of for a term of 5  years.
7. Northumberland Heath Recreation Ground Bowling Green and Pavilion, Sussex Road, Erith, DA8 1JB, as shown edged red on plan numbered BVS6822, which land extends to approximately 127 square metres.  The land is to be disposed of for a term of 10 years.

Location plans for each of these areas of land are available for inspection on request by telephoning 020 3045 4760 (ref: CJ) between the hours of 9am and 5pm Monday to Friday or by e-mailing propertyservices@bexley.gov.uk

Any objection with respect to the proposed disposals must be made in writing and sent to the Deputy Director Legal and Democratic Services of the London Borough of Bexley, Civic Offices, 2 Watling Street, Bexleyheath, Kent DA6 7AT to be received on or before 5pm on 31 January 2025 and should state the grounds on which they are made.   

Deputy Director Legal and Democratic Services                         
London Borough of Bexley, Civic Offices 2 Watling Street, Bexleyheath, DA6 7AT  

Dated: 8 January 2025

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 Martens Close, Bexleyheath from the junction with Martens Avenue to end of road.
• Waiting restriction and Loading prohibition from the junction with Martens Avenue to end of road (both sides of the carriageway)

2. The Order will come into effect on 14 January 2025 and is valid for a period of 18 months. However, the works are expected to be completed within 3 days.
3. Whilst the works are in progress no alternative route will be available however, access to be always 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.

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)

Andrew Bashford
Head of Highways, Traffic and Infrastructure                                   

Dated: 8 January 2025

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 JDT Utilities on behalf of Southern Gas Networks to undertake their Gas Mains Replacement works, the effects of which will be the introduction of:

• Prohibition of traffic in Heathside Avenue at the junction with Hudson Road, Bexleyheath
• Waiting restriction and loading prohibition in Heathside Avenue at the junction with Hudson Road, Bexleyheath (both sides of the carriageway)

2. The Order will come into effect on 10 January 2025 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 an alternative route will be via: 
   Pickford Lane, Hamilton Road, Stanhope Road, Heathside Avenue, 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.

Further enquiries in respect of this notice should be addressed to Southern Gas Networks on 07816 250739.

Andrew Bashford
Head of Highways, Traffic and Infrastructure                                  

Dated: 8 January 2025

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 Brook Street from the junction with Carlton Road to the junction with Riverdale Road, Erith
• Waiting restriction and loading prohibition from the junction with Carlton Road to the junction with Riverdale Road, Erith (both sides of the carriageway).

2. The Order will come into effect on 13 January 2025 and is valid for a period of 18 months. However, the works are expected to be completed within 5 nights.
3. Whilst the works are in progress alternative routes will be provided via: 

•     Brook Street, Belmont Road, Bedonwell Road, Nuxley Road, Albert Road, Woolwich Road, Erith Road.
•     Erith Road, Nuxley Road, Bedonwell Road, Belmont Road, Brook Street

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.

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. 020 3045 4605)

Andrew Bashford
Head of Highways, Traffic and Infrastructure                                 

Dated: 8 January 2025

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 Morrison Water Service to undertake their water mains replacement works, they intend to make an Order the effects of which will be the introduction of:

• Prohibition of traffic on Ashburnham Road, Belvedere from the junction with Battle Road to the junction with Parkside Road, Belvedere
• Waiting restriction and Loading prohibition from the junction with Battle Road to the junction with Parkside Road, Belvedere

2. The Order will come into effect on 16 January 2025 and is valid for a period of 18 months. However, the works are expected to be completed within 97 days.
3. Whilst the works are in progress no alternative routes will be provided however, there will be access for emergency vehicles.
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.

Further enquiries in respect of this notice should be addressed to Thames Water Customer Team on 0800 3169 800. 

Andrew Bashford
Head of Highways, Traffic and Infrastructure                                

Dated: 8 January 2025

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 highway improvement works by a Council contractor on behalf of London Borough of Bexley, they intend to make an Order the effects of which will be the introduction of:

• Prohibition of traffic in Eastleigh Road from the junction with Midhurst Avenue to the junction with Manor Way, Bexleyheath
• Waiting restriction and Loading prohibition from the junction with Midhurst Avenue to the junction with Manor Way, Bexleyheath (both sides of the road).

2. The Order will come into effect on 17 January 2025 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 alternative routes will be via: Manor Way, Beverley Road, Eastleigh Road, and reverse, and Midfield Avenue, Westfield Road, 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.

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).

Andrew Bashford
Head of Highways, Traffic and Infrastructure                               

Dated: 8 January 2025

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 highway improvement works by a Council contractor on behalf of London Borough of Bexley, they intend to make an Order the effects of which will be the introduction of:

• Prohibition of traffic in Eastleigh Road from the junction with Midhurst Avenue to the junction with Manor Way, Bexleyheath
• Waiting restriction and Loading prohibition from the junction with Midhurst Avenue to the junction with Manor Way, Bexleyheath (both sides of the road).

2. The Order will come into effect on 17 January 2025 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 alternative routes will be via: Manor Way, Beverley Road, Eastleigh Road, and reverse, and Midfield Avenue, Westfield Road, 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.

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).

Andrew Bashford
Head of Highways, Traffic and Infrastructure                               

Dated: 8 January 2025

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 highway improvement works by a Council contractor on behalf of London Borough of Bexley, they intend to make an Order the effects of which will be the introduction of:

• Prohibition of traffic on Erith Road from 134 Erith Road to the junction with Mayplace Road East, Bexleyheath
• Waiting restriction and Loading prohibition from 134 Erith Road to the junction with Mayplace Road East, Bexleyheath (both sides of the road)

2. The Order will come into effect on 17 January 2025 and is valid for a period of 18 months. However, the works are expected to be completed within 1 night.
3. Whilst the works are in progress alternative routes will be via: Erith Road, Watling Street, London Road, Crayford High Street, Perry Street, Northend Road, South Road, Queens Road, Bexley Road, Erith 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.

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).

Andrew Bashford
Head of Highways, Traffic and Infrastructure                              

Dated: 8 January 2025

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 highway improvement works by a Council contractor on behalf of London Borough of Bexley they intend to make an Order the effects of which will be the introduction of:

• Prohibition of traffic (road closure) in Cray Road from the junction with Watery Lane to the junction with Sidcup Hill, Sidcup
• No waiting no loading (parking restrictions) in Cray Road from the junction with Watery Lane to the junction with Sidcup Hill, Sidcup
• Removal of the weight limit restriction in Foots Cray High Street

2. The Order will come into effect on 20 January 2025 and is valid for a period of 18 months. However, the works are expected to be completed within 10 nights.
3. Whilst the works are in progress alternative routes will be via,

• Foots Cray High Street – Maidstone Road  - Edgington Way – Crittals Corner and reverse
• Sidcup Hill – Sidcup High Street – Elm Road – Chislehurst Road – Sidcup By Pass(A20) – Crittals Corner 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.

Further enquiries in respect of this notice should be addressed to Regen Works - Engineering Services, Civic Offices, Bexleyheath on 020 8303 7777

Andrew Bashford
Head of Highways, Traffic and Infrastructure                              

Dated: 8 January 2025

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 highway improvement works by a Council contractor on behalf of London Borough of Bexley they intend to make an Order the effects of which will be the introduction of:

• Prohibition of traffic (road closure) in Cray Road from the junction with Watery Lane to the junction with Sidcup Hill, Sidcup
• No waiting no loading (parking restrictions) in Cray Road from the junction with Watery Lane to the junction with Sidcup Hill, Sidcup
• Removal of the weight limit restriction in Foots Cray High Street

2. The Order will come into effect on 20 January 2025 and is valid for a period of 18 months. However, the works are expected to be completed within 10 nights.
3. Whilst the works are in progress alternative routes will be via,

• Foots Cray High Street – Maidstone Road  - Edgington Way – Crittals Corner and reverse
• Sidcup Hill – Sidcup High Street – Elm Road – Chislehurst Road – Sidcup By Pass(A20) – Crittals Corner 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.

Further enquiries in respect of this notice should be addressed to Regen Works - Engineering Services, Civic Offices, Bexleyheath on 020 8303 7777

Andrew Bashford
Head of Highways, Traffic and Infrastructure                              

Dated: 8 January 2025

Further enquiries in respect of this notice should be addressed to Thames Water Customer Team on 0800 3169 800

Andrew Bashford
Head of Highways, Traffic and Infrastructure                              

Dated: 8 January 2025

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 (Road Closure) in Hurst Road from the junction with Carisbrooke Avenue to the junction with Hurstwood Avenue, Bexley
• Prohibition of traffic (Road Closure) in Selborne Avenue at the junction with Hurst Road, Bexley
• No waiting no loading  (Parking Restrictions) in Hurst Road from the junction with Carisbrooke Avenue to the junction with Hurstwood Avenue, Bexley
• No waiting no loading  (Parking Restrictions)  in Selborne Avenue at the junction with Hurst Road, Bexley

2. The Order will come into effect on 9 January 2025 and is valid for a period of 18 months. However, the works are expected to be completed within 3 nights.
3. Whilst the works are in progress alternative routes will be provided via,

• Hurst Road diversion, Hurst Road – Penhill Road – Blendon Road – Bridgen Road – Parkhill Road – Hurst Road and reverse
• Selborne Avenue diversion, Murchison Avenue – Elmwood Drive – pick up main diversion 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.

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).

Andrew Bashford
Head of Highways, Traffic and Infrastructure                             

Dated: 8 January 2025

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 gas mains replacement works by Southern Gas Networks, the effects of which will be the introduction of: No waiting no loading prohibition (parking restrictions) outside 55 – 60 Mill Road, Erith.
2. The Order will come into effect on 10 January 2025 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 no alternate 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.Further enquiries in respect of this notice should be addressed to Southern Gas Networks on 07974 842105.

Further enquiries in respect of this notice should be addressed to Southern Gas Networks on 07974 842105

Andrew Bashford
Head of Highways, Traffic and Infrastructure                            

Dated: 8 January 2025

Notice of Confirming an Article 4 Direction

Notice is hereby given that on 3 January 2025 London Borough of Bexley confirmed a Direction under Article 4(1) of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (England) Order 2015 (as amended) (“the Order”) to withdraw the Permitted Development right for changes of use from Class E (commercial, business and service) to a use falling within Class C3 (dwelling houses) of that Order.

The Direction comes into force on 8 January 2025.

The extent of the Article 4 Direction, as mapped, applies to selected existing buildings within the borough’s designated industrial areas (as indicated on the maps).  Planning permission will therefore be required for changes of use from Class E to Class C3 under Schedule 2, Part 3, Class MA of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (England) Order 2015.

The effect of the Direction is that permission granted by Part 3 of the Order shall not apply to the development specified above and such development shall not be carried out within the areas to which the Direction applies, unless planning permission is granted by the Council as the local planning authority.

You can view the Article 4 Direction and maps showing the areas it covers on our website. View the Article 4 Direction and maps

Alternatively, paper copies of the documents can be viewed during normal office hours at: London Borough of Bexley Civic Offices, 2 Watling Street, Bexleyheath, DA6 7AT, and in all borough libraries at Bexley library opening hours.

Jane Richardson
Deputy Director Housing and Strategic Planning 

Dated: 3 January 2025