Latest public notices in Leeds: Compulsory Purchase Orders and road closures
Here are some of the biggest public notices in Leeds this week.
Every week, we sift through the latest public notices issued in Leeds to bring you the most eye-catching, controversial, or significant proposals.
Whether you're a neighbour, a property watcher, or just curious about what's changing, here’s what’s in the pipeline this week.
Leeds 15: 12 Overdale Terrace - Compulsory Purchase Order
Leeds City Council has officially confirmed a Compulsory Purchase Order (CPO) for a dwellinghouse and garden at 12 Overdale Terrace, Leeds 15, located in the Halton area.
The order, confirmed on December 2, 2025, grants the Council the power to acquire the land to provide housing accommodation.
The decision is now active, and affected parties are urged to submit details to claim compensation, though they have a six-week window to challenge the legal validity of the CPO in the High Court.
Leeds District: Multiple Areas - Various Traffic Regulations
Wormald Row Parking Suspension
Disabled parking bays on Wormald Row, adjacent to the St John’s Centre, are to be temporarily suspended overnight due to ongoing building works. The suspension will be in effect between 11pm and 6am, starting from January 12, 2026, and is expected to conclude by January 14, 2026.
Old Brandon Lane Road Closure and Parking Restriction
Motorists face a temporary closure on a 20-metre section of Old Brandon Lane in Shadwell, at its junction with Main Street, for blockage clearance works. The order, which also prohibits parking on parts of Main Street and Gateland Lane, comes into force on January 6, 2026, and will be active daily from 9:30am until 3:00pm.
Austhorpe and Garforth Public Right of Way Closure
A Definitive Bridleway and a Definitive Footpath in the Austhorpe and Garforth areas will be closed for a maximum period of six months to allow for the construction of a new bridleway bridge. The closure, which is part of the TransPennine Route Upgrade project, begins on December 19, 2025, and includes signposted diversionary routes for users.
How to have your say
Members of the public can comment on or object to planning applications. You can search for and view full documents for these and other local applications via Public Notice Portal or Leeds City Council’s planning website.
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