Rights of way and searches

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 for Definitive Map work

Diversion orders

Any ongoing diversion orders in the North Northamptonshire area affecting roads and paths

Highway status enquiries

How to request highway information and plans, and costs involved

Highway local searches

Request public highways information relating to a property

Removal of Highway Rights (Stopping Up)

Apply to close or divert a highway

Permanent Traffic Regulation Orders

View routes permanently closed to pedestrians and motor vehicles

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

Report a public right of way issue

Issues with public rights of way can be reported

Landowner deposits

A landowner deposit is an intention by a landowner to not dedicate any rights of way across their land

North Northants Local Access Forum (NNLAF)

Advice on public access to land, for recreational and other functional and utility purposes

Public path orders

​Apply for a diversion or closure of public rights of way on your land

Public rights of way searches

How to request a search and costs

Temporary Traffic Regulation Orders - Public Rights of Way

View Temporary Traffic Regulation Order (TTRO) applications