A Section 278 agreement, is an agreement between the Council and the developer (Highways Act 1980, Section 278) which describes proposed modifications to the existing highway network to facilitate or service a proposed development typically the scope of any off site works that are required to mitigate the impact of the development on the existing road network.
Examples of works covered by this type of agreement could include:
- roundabouts
- signalised junctions
- right turn lanes
- safety related works such as traffic calming
- street lighting
- improved facilities for pedestrians and cyclists.
See also: Section 38 agreements
