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Report an obstruction or a problem with roadworks

Problems with roadworks

Report problems such as barriers, road closure signs, cones or other equipment that:

  • are blocking the road or pavement
  • have fallen over in bad weather
  • works without a permit
  • works carried out between 11pm and 7am (except for emergencies)

Illegal work

Report illegal highways work including: 

  • driving across pavements where there is no dropped kerb
  • dropped or extended kerb without permission
  • equipment moved across a road or pavement without a permit
  • materials stored on the road or path without a permit
  • boulders, planters or other bulky items on the road or path
  • carrying out any other work without permission

Problem with a skip

Report skips that:

  • are blocking something
  • you think are unauthorised or illegal
  • are not lit up at night

Problem with tables and chairs

Report tables and chairs from cafes and restaurants that:

  • are in the way or safety issue
  • are outside the border of the business
  • don't have a permit on display or have more tables and chairs than allowed

Boats, caravans and trailers not attached to a vehicle


Illegal or unauthorised scaffolding 

If you think scaffolding has been put up illegally or is unauthorised you can report it to us.