Case Studies
There are many successful projects in Devon where communities have taken action and work together to benefit their local area.
Following the successful pilot of minor pothole repairs, the Council has announced that the scheme is being widened.
One of the initial issues facing local councils is access to appropriate signs and equipment.
The parish of Colyton is active in trying to address their own ongoing drainage and flooding issues.
Local graffiti artists have given the subway at Exe Bridges in Exeter a colourful facelift.
How Bideford Town Council have made use of the Highway Maintenance Community Enhancement Fund.
Marwood Parish Council joined the highway self help scheme and uses its funds towards a parish handyman.
Information about the applications for the Highway Maintenance Community Enhancement Fund (HMCEF) that were approved in 2016/17.
Information about the applications for the Highway Maintenance Community Enhancement Fund (HMCEF) that were approved in 2017/18.
To find out more about being a Snow Warden watch this short film about Peter Smerdon, Rattery’s snow warden
In response to demand to fill potholes, Devon Highways Materials Laboratory identified a product, that would provide a robust fix.
Highway Self Help scheme gives town and parish councils and community self-help groups the opportunity to do small maintenance tasks.
More than 250 towns and parishes in the county have snow wardens in place in case Devon is hit by prolonged severe weather.
Parishes signed up to the Snow Warden Scheme are free to decide how they use their free salt in their area
The Parish of Upton Pyne are actively carrying out self help works to keep their area looking good.