Environment and roads

Adopting a road

Road adoption usually concerns minor and residential roads.

The Highways Act 1980 lays down the process for a highway authority to adopt a road.

Hertfordshire County Council produces a design guide, 'Roads in Hertfordshire – a guide for new developments' that gives details of the design and construction standards that must be met before adoption can take place. Use the link below to find out more about this guide.


If you have any queries about adopting a road please contact us.