Motorists and residents in a central Plymouth area are set to face significant parking and loading restrictions for over a year, as the city council moves to facilitate major building repairs.
18-Month Traffic Restriction for Building Works
Plymouth City Council has enacted a temporary traffic regulation that will suspend all parking, waiting, loading, and unloading activities on Emma Place Ope. This narrow thoroughfare, which runs between Emma Place and Caroline Place near the PL1 3BJ postcode, will be subject to the order to allow for extensive remedial works on a building.
The council has confirmed the legal basis for the move, utilising powers under Section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984. The restriction is scheduled to come into force on February 2, 2026, once the appropriate signage is installed on-site.
Key Details of the Parking Suspension
The temporary order carries substantial weight and duration. It has been authorised to remain active for a maximum period of up to 18 months. During this time, the restrictions will operate 24 hours a day, but only on days when the official traffic signs are clearly displayed to road users.
According to the published timeline, the disruptive building works themselves are currently anticipated to run from the start date of the order, February 2, 2026, through to April 2, 2027. The council states the primary reason for the measure is to facilitate the necessary remedial works while ensuring the highest levels of safety around the construction site.
Public Information and Contact Details
The formal notice for this significant traffic change has been made available to the public through two key channels: it is listed on the online Public Notice Portal and was also published in the local newspaper, The Herald.
The council has directed anyone with concerns about the impact of the works, or who believes they may be adversely affected, to get in touch directly with the appointed works promoter. The contact for all enquiries related to the project is:
Lancer Scott
Telephone: 0117 943 9800
Residents and businesses are strongly encouraged to review the full public notice for the most current information, as dates and the scope of works can sometimes be subject to change. The most reliable guidance will always be the official on-street traffic management signs erected in the area.
