The Definitive Map
View legal records of public rights of way (footpaths, bridleways, restricted byways and byways open to all traffic).
Definitive Map Modification Orders (DMMOs)
If you believe details contained in the Definitive Map or Statement are incorrect, you can apply for a DMMO - if confirmed, we will amend the map and statement to ensure it is a correct record of the public rights of way
Register of Definitive Map Modification Order Applications
We are required to keep a DMMO register under section 53B of the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 as amended
Definitive Map team charges for legal work
A list of standard charges made to cover costs incurred by West Northamptonshire Council for Definitive Map work
Public rights of way searches
How to request a search and costs
Public path orders
Anyone may apply to the local authorities for the diversion or closure of public rights of way on their land
Permanent Traffic Regulation Orders
View routes permanently closed to pedestrians and motor vehicles
Temporary Traffic Regulation Orders
View Temporary Traffic Regulation Order (TTRO) applications
Removal of Highway Rights (Stopping Up)
Apply to close or divert a highway
Seasonal byway restrictions
View restrictions which prohibit the driving of any horse drawn vehicle or motor vehicle (except motor cycles) from 1 October to 31 December and 1 January to 30 April inclusive each year
West Northamptonshire Local Access Forum (WNLAF)
Advice for public access to land, for recreational and other functional and utility purposes
Landowner deposits
A landowner deposit is an intention by a landowner to not dedicate any rights of way across their land
Highway local searches
Request public highways information relating to a property