Leeds public notices: council tax, new licensing & land disposal
Here are this week’s public notices issued in Leeds and surrounding areas.
Every week, we sift through the latest public notices in Leeds and surrounding areas 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 City Area - Council Tax 2026/27
Leeds City Council has published its official council tax levels for the 2026/27 financial year, setting out how much households will pay depending on their property band and location.
The notice has been issued under the Local Government Finance Act 1992, which requires local authorities to formally publish their council tax calculations each year.
For properties in the main Leeds billing area, annual charges range from £1,514.34 for Band A homes up to £4,543.02 for Band H properties.
The notice also confirms council tax levels for several parish areas across the district.
These include Aberford and District, Alwoodley, Bardsey cum Rigton, Boston Spa, Clifford, East Keswick, Harewood, Horsforth, Morley, Otley, Rawdon, Scarcroft, Shadwell, Thorner and Wetherby. Bills in these areas may vary slightly due to additional parish council precepts.
The schedule of charges was formally published in March 2026 and signed by E Whiting, Chief Executive of Leeds City Council.
Residents can view the full notice, including the detailed council tax band tables for each parish area, through the Public Notice Portal.
Northern Monk Brewing Co Ltd - Marshall Street - New Premises Licence
Northern Monk Brewing Co Ltd has applied to Leeds City Council for a new premises licence at Northern Monk, The Old Flax Store, Marshall Mills, Marshall Street, Holbeck, Leeds LS11 9YJ.
The application seeks permission for a range of licensable activities including live music, recorded music, films, plays and dance performances, both indoors and outdoors.
If approved, the venue would be able to supply alcohol on and off the premises from 10am, with closing times ranging up to 1am Monday to Thursday, 1.30am on Fridays and Saturdays, and midnight on Sundays.
Proposed opening hours for the premises would be 8am to 1am Monday to Thursday, 8am to 1.30am on Fridays and Saturdays, and 8am to midnight on Sundays.
Anyone wishing to make representations regarding the application must submit them in writing to Entertainment Licensing, Leeds City Council, Civic Hall, Leeds, LS1 1UR, or by email to [email protected]. Comments must be received no later than March 30, 2026.
Leeds, Land at Rear of 26 Parkwood Road - Notice of the proposed disposal of land
Leeds City Council has announced plans to dispose of a parcel of land at the rear of 26 Parkwood Road, Leeds LS11 5QY, which currently forms part of an open space.
The notice states that the council intends to sell the site, with the proposal published in accordance with legal requirements relating to the disposal of public open space land.
Residents or interested parties who wish to object to the proposed disposal can submit written representations to Legal Services, Civic Hall, Leeds LS1 1UR, or by email to [email protected], quoting reference A76/AM 238484.
Objections must be received no later than April 4, 2026.
Copies of the plan showing the land affected are available on request from Leeds City Council. The notice was issued by the City Solicitor at Leeds City Council and dated March 7, 2026.
Various Roads & Footpaths in Leeds - Temporary Traffic Restrictions
Leeds City Council has issued a series of temporary traffic, parking, and pedestrian restrictions across the city to allow essential roadworks, utility works, and events to take place safely. The notices include surface dressing, cabling, gas main replacement, event management, and a new electric scooter trial.
Surface Dressing Programme – Various Locations
Surface dressing works will take place on multiple roads, including Bagley Lane, Farsley; Bodmin Road, Middleton; Carlton Lane, Lofthouse; Church Lane, Garforth; Cookridge Lane, Cookridge; Dixon Lane, Lower Wortley; Gledhow Park Drive, Chapeltown; High Street, Morley; Long Lane, Barwick in Elmet; Otley Old Road, Cookridge; and several others.
- Weekday closures: 9.30am–3.30pm
- Weekend closures: 7am–6pm
Other roads, including Acre Road, Middleton; Arthur Street, Stanningley; Eccup Lane, Eccup; Fearnville Road and Place, Roundhay, will be closed 7am–6pm daily.
Roundhay Road will be closed on Sundays only, 7am–6pm.
A 20mph speed limit will apply on certain sections of Barnsdale Road, Methley; Cookridge Lane, Cookridge; Eccup Lane, Eccup; and Long Lane, Barwick in Elmet.
The works are scheduled from April 1, 2026 to August 28, 2026, with closures in place only as required. Local diversions and advance warning signs will be in place.
Parking Bay Suspensions – Manor Road, Siddall Street & David Street
Construction works will temporarily suspend parking bays at:
- Manor Road near Marshall Street and No.8 Manor Road
- Manor Road adjacent to No.902 Ingram Street
- David Street from Francis Place to Manor Road
- Siddall Street near Cardinal House
The suspension begins March 30, 2026 and will last until September 29, 2027, or until the works are completed.
Temporary Road Closures – Key Streets
- Back Chatsworth Road, Harehills – gas main works, March 19 – April 1, 2026, 24 hrs/day
- Brandon Crescent, Shadwell – electrical connection works, March 24–30, 2026, 8am–6pm
- Broomfield, Adel – electrical works, March 24–30, 2026, 24 hrs/day
- Roundhay Road, Oakwood – mobile crane for telecoms works, March 25–26, 2026, 10pm–5am
- Bingley Road & Hillings Lane, Hawksworth – cabling works, weekdays only, March 16–27, 2026, 9.30am–3.30pm
- Lambton Street, Harehills – electrical works, March 16–20, 2026, 24 hrs/day
- Stainbeck Lane, Meanwood – telecom pole works, March 16–20, 2026, 9.30am–2.30pm
- Leeds Arena – Elmwood Close – Hot Wheels event, March 26–29, 2026, all day
Other closures include Meadow Road, Holbeck for telecom works (March 30, April 10, and April 25, 2026, 12am–5am).
Diversions will be signed on site, and access for residents and emergency services will be maintained.
Footpath Closures
- Definitive Footpath Micklefield No.7 – March 12, 2026, for up to 6 months
- Definitive Footpath Garforth No.1 – March 24, 2026, for up to 6 months
- Definitive Footpath Garforth No.3 – March 24, 2026, for up to 6 months
Diversions will be provided where possible for pedestrians.
Electric Scooter Trial (Experimental Order)
Leeds City Council has approved a trial allowing hired electric scooters with a maximum speed of 15.5mph to use all bus lanes, cycle lanes, and roads accessible to bicycles.
- The trial begins March 19, 2026 and may run for up to 18 months.
- The Council may modify or suspend the order if necessary.
- Public comments on the trial for potential permanent continuation can be submitted by September 18, 2026 to the Travel Behaviour Change Team at Merrion House or via email at leedscitybikes@leeds.gov.uk.
Residents and motorists are advised to check signs, follow diversions, and allow extra travel time. For further information on roads and footpaths, contact:
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.
Have we missed an application near you? Got strong views on a local development? Let us know in the comments below or email [email protected].