Issue - decisions

Closure of Mill Lane Level Crossing, Barthomley

18/11/2021 - Closure of Mill Lane Level Crossing, Barthomley

Consideration was given to a report confirming the changes proposed to Barthomley Level Crossing (Mill Lane, Crewe).

 

RESOLVED

 

1.That the Director for Infrastructure and Highways be authorised to make an application to the Department for Transport that a Section 249 Town and Country Planning Act 1990 Order be made on behalf of Network Rail to remove vehicular access and reserve bridleway and pedestrian rights at Barthomley Level Crossing, Mill Lane, Crewe.

2.That the application for the Order would not be made until an indemnity or suitable undertaking was received from Network Rail to cover off any potential compensation costs related to Section 250 of the Town Country Planning Act 1990 and that Network Rail would install the turning head before the closure of the crossing to vehicular traffic.