Apply for a trial road closure

Make sure you give us at least 6 weeks notice at this stage of the process.

Once you have thought about the risks and the consultation responses, you can apply to close the road for 3 play streets.

We have to follow an official process if we want to give permission to close the road. This is to ensure it is safe and would not cause problems.

We have to make sure we follow the official process exactly so that the road closure is legal.

What to include in your application

You must include:

  • a completed application form
  • your risk assessment
  • a summary of the consultation you have undertaken with your community

Download and complete the application form

Download an application to close a road for a play street event – (Word, 36 KB)

Submit your application form

You will need send your complete form and supporting documents to the Children and Families Partnership team.

Children and Families Partnership

Email: specialevent@croydon.gov.uk

Address:

Bernard Weatherill House
8 Mint Walk
Croydon
CR0 1EA

If your application is successful

If you application is successful, we will publish our decision and put up notices in your street.

We will provide four road barriers and two ‘Road Closed’ signs. If you need more, or fewer signs or barriers this should be indicated on your application form.