STA, police & emergency services approvals
Two more approvals that can quietly stall an otherwise-ready ROL.
STA approval is sometimes required alongside a TMC ROL application — typically for works that may affect state roads or public transport routes. Rather than you needing to work out whether your project triggers this requirement, Sightline's consultants review your traffic management plan, identify any elements that may need State Transit Authority (STA) approval, and liaise directly with the STA to secure it.
Police permits (Local Area Command)
Some traffic control works also require a permit from the local Police Area Command. Skipping this step can mean significant fines and project disruption, since police oversight is essential for maintaining public safety and order during on-road works. We submit the application to the PAC on your behalf and work through any issues they raise.
How the engagement moves
From enquiry to controlled issue- Step 01Send the project
Provide the site, available drawings and the issue that needs resolving.
- Step 02Confirm the scope
We identify the required assessment, documentation, programme and fee.
- Step 03Assess and coordinate
The technical work is developed against the project and authority requirements.
- Step 04Check and issue
The agreed review is completed before controlled issue and support through comments.
Common questions
When is STA approval required?
Typically when proposed works may affect state roads or public transport routes — assessed as part of the ROL process.
Do I need to work out whether STA approval applies myself?
No — we review your traffic management plan, identify any triggers, and manage the STA liaison directly.
What is a PAC permit, and when is one needed?
Some traffic control works require sign-off from the local Police Area Command, particularly where public safety and order need to be maintained. We submit and manage this application on your behalf.
What happens if I don't obtain the required approvals?
Missing a required approval — STA or PAC — can result in significant fines and project disruption, since these approvals exist to maintain safety and order around the works.
Send us the drawings. We'll tell you what you need.
2. Plans, if they exist
3. A description of the works
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