West Sussex County Council: 2. Legal Recording of Public Rights of Way

A public right of way is a highway in law along which the public has a right to pass and re-pass. There are different types of public rights of way , as well as other types of access available to the public. This section focuses on the legal processes involved in recording the public rights of way network. If you cannot find the information you are looking for, please contact the Public Rights of Way Team direct.

For more information on the Acts mentioned, please go to the Office of Public Sector Information website and enter the name of the Act in the search box.

Another useful source for Public Rights of Way legislation is the following book: Riddall, J. & Trevelyan, J. (2007) Rights of Way: A Guide to Law and Practice, 4th edition, Ramblers Association and Open Spaces Society: London

• Definitive Map Modification Orders
• Public Path Orders
• Section 31(6) deposits
• The definitive map and statement