Longfield Solar Farm Limited has announced plans for temporary daytime road closures on Wheelers Hill and Cranham Road in the CM3 area of Chelmsford. The closures are necessary to facilitate vegetation removal and survey activities linked to the construction of the solar farm, as detailed in a public notice published in the Essex Chronicle and on the Public Notice Portal.
Key Details of the Closures
When: Wednesday, June 3, 2026, to Wednesday, June 10, 2026. Working hours: 8am to 5pm, Monday to Saturday. Where: Wheelers Hill and Cranham Road, Chelmsford (CM3). Purpose: Vegetation clearance and survey works for Longfield Solar Farm.
Access and Traffic Management
During the works, the roads will be closed to through-traffic during working hours. However, access will be maintained for residents, pedestrians, and emergency service vehicles at all times. The roads will reopen outside the stated hours. Drivers are advised to allow extra time for local journeys and to consider alternative routes shown on the interactive map provided by Causeway one.network.
Where to Find Maps and Schedule
An interactive map showing the location of the planned closures and diversion options is available via Causeway one.network. The developer's website provides updates on survey activity and the construction programme for Longfield Solar Farm. Readers can view the original public notice for further details.
Your Questions Answered
Which roads are affected? Wheelers Hill and Cranham Road in the Chelmsford CM3 area. When will the closures be in place? From Wednesday, June 3, 2026, to Wednesday, June 10, 2026, between 8am and 5pm, Monday to Saturday. Outside these hours, the roads will reopen. Will access be maintained? Yes. The notice states access will be maintained for residents, pedestrians, and emergency service vehicles at all times. Who is responsible for the works? Longfield Solar Farm Limited, the Undertaker named in the Longfield Solar Farm Order 2023. The company's registered office is Alexander House, 1 Mandarin Road, Rainton Business Park, Houghton Le Spring, Sunderland DH4 5RA. Company number 11618210. Why are the closures needed? To carry out vegetation removal and surveys to facilitate construction of Longfield Solar Farm. Where can I view diversion routes and activity schedules? The interactive roadworks map is provided on Causeway one.network, and updates on surveys are published on the developer's website. How can I raise concerns or ask questions? Those who have any concerns or believe they may be adversely impacted are encouraged to contact Longfield Solar Farm Limited by email at info@longfieldsolarfarm.co.uk or by telephone on 07542 606226. Where can I read the official notice? The notice was published in the Essex Chronicle and is available to view on Public Notice Portal.
Legal Context
Under Article 14 of the Longfield Solar Farm Order 2023, the Undertaker must give at least seven days' notice of road closures in a newspaper circulating in the area of the affected roads. This notice fulfils that requirement and sets out the dates, times, and access arrangements for the temporary measures.
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