Signs
Requesting new traffic signs
Nationally we are being encouraged to de-clutter and remove existing street furniture that is no longer needed.
Over use of signs can reduce their effectiveness where they are really needed. New signs are only provided where it's vital to ensure that there is not an overload of information on the driver. East Sussex County Council's Traffic and Safety team assess and approve new signs on the highway.
You can request new traffic signs below:
Temporary signs
Deer crossing signs
Traffic collisions with deer can result in injury or death for animals and drivers and damage to vehicles. There are a significant number of collisions with deer in East Sussex, particularly in the Ashdown Forest area. Drivers need to be aware and take extra care, particularly during spring and autumn.
To read more visit be deer aware | East Sussex County Council or to request a temporary deer sign visit road safety team | East Sussex County Council.
Temporary directional signs to advertise an event
If you require a temporary directional sign to advertise an event, please contact a management event company. The event company will submit an application on your behalf to the East Sussex County Council Road Safety team for permission to erect temporary signs. Once the application has been received, the Road Safety team will check if the application can be approved. Road Safety will then respond to the event company to either give approval with any additional instructions required, or they may request for the application to be resubmitted with any changes that are needed.
Temporary speed reminder signs
For temporary speed reminder signs please contact us and we will send the request to East Sussex County Council's Traffic and Safety team. These signs remain in place for up to six months. There are a limited number of these signs and sites are reviewed by the Traffic and Safety team.
Brown tourist signs
If you're a business and require a brown tourist sign please contact the East Sussex County Council's Road Safety Team. You can contact them by completing the web form via road safety team | East Sussex County Council.
Neighbourhood watch signs
To request a neighbourhood watch sign, please complete the application and return to enforcement@eastsussexhighways.com.
Details of proposed sites for these signs will be reviewed and if a licence is approved details of sign specifications and suppliers will be provided by East Sussex County Council's Traffic and Safety team.