Road Markings and Signage

Dudley Council, as statutory highway authority for the Borough, is responsible for road markings and signage on the highway and investigates complaints of damage or deterioration.

Maintenance and Replacement of Existing Markings and Signs

Road markings and signs on our roads are an essential aid to assist in road safety, providing directions and other information. The maintenance of road signs and markings which already exist includes:

Renewing worn or defective yellow/white lines;
Repainting previous yellow/white lines, H markings or other lines and markings following resurfacing;
Renewing worn, damaged or defective traffic signs;
Replacing vandalised or stolen signs.

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Street Name Plates

Dudley Council is responsible for ensuring that street name plates are provided and fitted in suitable positions. In the case of a new development however, the developer is responsible for the erection of name plates to the Council's specification.

The Council is also responsible for repair and maintenance of street name plates within the borough when this becomes necessary either due to accidental damage, vandalism or normal wear and tear.

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Yellow and white lines on the highway

There are various types of yellow lines that are marked on the road or edge of the pavement/kerb that indicate waiting restrictions. Yellow lines are provided where there is a need to restrict parking for the following reasons:

Prevent obstructive and dangerous parking
Assist in the general flow of traffic
Improve road safety for motorists, pedestrians and cyclists
Improve visibility at junctions
Improve access for emergency service/refuse vehicles

White lines are provided primarily to help road users by giving different types of information on lane use and direction.

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Signs on the Highway

The Council installs signs to regulate traffic and to provide warnings to drivers of hazards ahead. The signs that may be used on the public highway are controlled by Government regulations, covering the designs of the signs, where they can be used and whether they must be illuminated.

The Council is frequently asked to install additional signs showing that there is a 30mph speed limit in residential roads. Under current regulations, however, it is not permitted to provide repeater 30mph signs in roads with streetlights.

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