Devon County Council has issued multiple temporary traffic orders affecting several roads in Exeter, as detailed in a recent public notice. These restrictions are part of ongoing infrastructure improvements and are expected to impact local traffic flow.

Rifford Road, Exeter

A temporary prohibition of through traffic will be in place on Rifford Road from Monday February 10 2025, for up to 18 months, with an anticipated completion date of Friday February 21 2025. The closure is necessary for resurfacing the carriageway and constructing a two-way cycleway, along with installing a raised table, high friction surfacing, and road markings. The alternative route will be via East Wonford Hill, Butts Road, Bovemoors Lane, Dryden Road, Burnthouse Lane, and back to Rifford Road. For further details, contact Macplant Construction Ltd at 01288 362111.

Woodwater Lane, Exeter

Similarly, Woodwater Lane will experience a temporary prohibition of through traffic starting Monday February 10 2025, also lasting up to 18 months and expected to finish by Friday February 21 2025. This restriction supports the resurfacing of the carriageway and the construction of a two-way cycle path. The alternative route includes Woodwater Lane, Lethbridge Road, Salters Road, Peryam Crescent, and back to Woodwater Lane. Macplant Construction Ltd can provide additional information at the same contact number.

Heavitree Road, Exeter

Two separate orders will affect Heavitree Road from Monday March 3 2025, each lasting up to 18 months with an anticipated end date of Monday March 24 2025. These works will occur between 7pm and 7am and involve constructing a carriageway kerbed island, realigning the existing carriageway, relocating parking measures, removing a bus stop, extending the bus route, and reinstating road markings. The alternative route will be via Heavitree Road, Western Way, Magdalen Street, Holloway Street, Topsham Road, Barrack Road, and Magdalen Road. For more information on these projects, contact WSP at 01392 229700.

Beacon Lane, Exeter

A temporary prohibition of parking will be enforced on Beacon Lane from Monday February 10 2025 until Friday February 28 2025 between 8am and 6pm. This measure is required for excavating work to install high-voltage cables for a new residential development. There is no alternative route provided for this restriction. UK Power Solutions can be contacted for further details at 0845 2577105.

These temporary restrictions are part of Devon County Council's efforts to improve road infrastructure and accommodate new developments in Exeter. Those who have any concerns or believe they may be adversely impacted are encouraged to contact the relevant authorities for more information.

For full details of these notices and any updates on the projects' progress or changes in schedules, please refer to the original public notice here.