Plans of Public Undertakings deposited with the Clerks of the Peace

Dates:  
1824-1929

Description

Admin History:
From 1792 it became necessary for those intending to build a canal, turnpike road, railway or other public works, to deposit with the Clerk of the Peace of every county through which the proposed works would pass, any plans in advance of any application to Parliament.
Description:
Proposed plans relating mainly to railways and docks. Most contain a book of reference and gazette notice