HS2 safeguarding for developers and local authorities
For developers and local authorities who require further information on HS2 safeguarding.
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Safeguarding directions ensure that new developments do not conflict with the construction of major projects such as High Speed Two (HS2). When properly applied they can help control costs and prevent delays.
As a developer or local authority you should view the HS2 safeguarding maps to check whether the planned HS2 route will affect a site where a new development is being proposed. You can also determine if HS2 Ltd should be consulted on a planning application for a site that is affected by safeguarding for HS2.
Please ensure you have read guidance above.
Safeguarding maps
To find out if a site for a proposed new development is within the safeguarding area please check the HS2 safeguarding page.
Updates to this page
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Removed HS2 Phase 2b (Annandale Depot) safeguarding directions.
Update history
2026-03-25 12:46
Removed HS2 Phase 2b (Annandale Depot) safeguarding directions.
2025-07-18 11:51
Updated Phase 2b safeguarding directions and updated safeguarding questions and answers for developers and local authorities.
2024-01-18 14:07
Updated HS2 Phase 2a safeguarding directions and the HS2 safeguarding questions and answers for developers and local authorities.
2023-05-25 09:15
Updated HS2 Phase 2b (Crewe to Manchester and the West Midlands to Leeds) safeguarding directions.
2022-06-07 10:10
Document added: HS2 Phase 2b (Annandale Depot) safeguarding directions.
2022-06-07 09:20
Document updated: Phase 2b Safeguarding Directions.Document updated: HS2 safeguarding questions and answers for developers and local authorities.