Clarification regarding Land and Road Markings
Dear Newham Borough Council,
I am writing to seek clarification and information regarding the status of land and road markings on WoodGrange Road, specifically the area situated between No. 17 Khan's Fish Mongers and No. 15 Manson’s Pharmacy.
1. Status of Land Ownership
I would like to ascertain whether the land immediately before the metal gates in this area is public land under the management of Newham Borough Council, or if it is classified as private property. This clarification is critical as it directly impacts the enforceability of the private parking company’s claims.
2. Single Yellow Lines
Additionally, I have observed single yellow lines painted on either side of this area, leading up to the main road. Could you confirm if these road markings were installed by the Council? If so, does this signify that the land is public highway maintained by the Council? According to the Traffic Management Act 2004 and the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, road markings such as single yellow lines on public highways are typically the responsibility of the local authority.
3. Installation of Private Notices on Public Lamp Posts
It has come to my attention that a notice from the private parking company has been affixed to a public lamp post in this area, claiming the land to be private. Could you confirm whether the Council received and approved a planning application for the installation of this notice? As I understand it, under the Town and Country Planning (Control of Advertisements) (England) Regulations 2007, any advertisement or notice placed on public infrastructure requires explicit planning consent.
I kindly request the Council’s position and any supporting documentation regarding:
Ownership and maintenance responsibilities for the land in question.
Council authorisation for the single yellow lines in this area.
Any planning permissions or approvals granted for private signage on public infrastructure.
This information will greatly assist in resolving the dispute. I appreciate your prompt attention to this matter and look forward to your response.
Yours faithfully,
Mr Aslam
FOI/EIR Information request
Our reference: 37411905
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Dear Mr Aslam
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Thank you for your request for information that was received on 28 January
2025.
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Dear Mr Aslam
Thank you for your request for information received on 28 January 2025.
Please find attached our response to your request.
Yours sincerely
Information Rights Team
London Borough of Newham - People at the Heart of Everything We Do
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Dear Newham Borough Council,
Please pass this on to the person who conducts Freedom of Information reviews.
I am writing to request an internal review of Newham Borough Council's handling of my FOI request 'Clarification regarding Land and Road Markings'.
I requested information about the road markings and the land seeking clarification and information regarding the status of land and road markings on WoodGrange Road, specifically the area situated between No. 17 Khan's Fish Mongers and No. 15 Manson’s Pharmacy.
I have observed single yellow lines painted on either side of this area, leading up to the main road. Could you confirm if these road markings were installed by the Council? If so, does this signify that the land is public highway maintained by the Council? According to the Traffic Management Act 2004 and the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, road markings such as single yellow lines on public highways are typically the responsibility of the local authority.
Installation of Private Notices on Public Lamp Posts
It has come to my attention that a notice from the private parking company has been affixed to a public lamp post in this area, claiming the land to be private. Could you confirm whether the Council received and approved a planning application for the installation of this notice? As I understand it, under the Town and Country Planning (Control of Advertisements) (England) Regulations 2007, any advertisement or notice placed on public infrastructure requires explicit planning consent.
I kindly request the Council’s position and any supporting documentation regarding:
A full history of my FOI request and all correspondence is available on the Internet at this address: https://www.whatdotheyknow.com/request/c...
Yours faithfully,
Mr Aslam
FOI/EIR Information request
Our reference: 37411905
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Dear Mr Aslam
Thank you for your request for a review received on 11 March 2025. I am
sorry that you are dissatisfied with our attempts to handle your request
under the Environmental Information Regulations 2004.
I can confirm that we are considering your concerns and we will aim to
provide you with a response by 8 April 2025. There may be circumstances
where more time is required. If this is the case, we will contact you to
explain and provide a reasonable timescale.
Yours sincerely
Information Rights Team
London Borough of Newham - People at the Heart of Everything We Do
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