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Oxford Local Plan 2042 Regulation 18 (Preferred Options) Consultation: Shorter Questions
We would like to hear your views on the First Draft Oxford Local Plan 2042. The consultation runs until 8 th August. The new Local Plan will aim to address the key issues facing all of Oxford’s residents and businesses. Based on the existing use of the land in the city, it will outline where and how new housing developments can take place in the future, whilst also ensuring the city’s economic growth is managed and made more inclusive for everyone, and preserving the qualities that...
Oxford Local Plan 2042 Regulation 18 (Preferred Options) Consultation
Oxford City Council is seeking views on the latest stage of the Oxford Local Plan 2042. The Regulation 18 consultation stage is the first of two statutory consultation stages for the Local Plan. This stage provides the main opportunity to consider and comment on the options for policies that will make up the local plan. This consultation is a comprehensive and provides the opportunity to comment on all the policy options. For each of policy area we will highlight the preferred option,...
Local Government Reorganisation Survey
The government has asked councils across England for proposals on simplifying the structure of local government in their regions. The changes will create unitary councils that are responsible for all council services for their area, bringing county, city/district council responsibilities together under one council. There are three proposals being developed for Oxfordshire. The proposals being developed are: 1. Three unitary councils Greater Oxford Council –...
Building Control Customer Survey
If you have recently used our Building Control Service, we want your opinion on how you found the process, services you have used and any comments you have.
Closed consultations and engagement
Anti-Social Behaviour Policy Consultation
Oxford City Council believes that no one should suffer from anti-social behaviour (ASB). As a responsible authority within the Oxford Safer Communities Partnership (OSCP), as defined by the Crime and Disorder Act 1998, the Council works with the police and other agencies to reduce crime and disorder in Oxford. We play a key role in both investigating and preventing ASB of all kinds. As a landlord, the Council has a specific duty to respond to ASB affecting the...
Council Tax Reduction Scheme 2025 Consultation
The Local Council Tax Reduction (CTR) Scheme is undergoing its annual review, and we invite you to share your views. This consultation is a legal requirement under the Local Government Finance Act 1992 (Section 13a 1(c)) and aims to ensure that the CTR scheme reflects the needs and preferences of our community. The feedback we receive will help shape the support provided to households in need, ensuring fair and effective distribution of resources. We encourage everyone,...
Citizen and Community Engagement Policy Consultation
Oxford City Council is inviting comments on the Council's updated Citizen and Community Engagement Policy. This updated policy replaces the Council's Community Engagement Policy Statement 2014. You can view the policy document as an attachment at the bottom of this page. The Council is committed to building strong, inclusive communities where residents are actively involved in shaping the decisions that affect their lives. The Citizen and Community Engagement Policy sets out how Oxford...
Your impact
Issues we asked you about in the past and their outcomes
Budget Consultation 2024-2025
The public engagement process provided us with insights and how we can work together to strike a balance between fiscal responsibility and addressing the needs and concerns of our residents..
Corporate Strategy 2024-2028
Results have shown our priorities are in line with our citizens, and highlighted ways in which we can work better with our neighbouring district and county councils to better support our citizens.
Parks and open spaces byelaws
Feedback provided the substantial basis for a revised proposal and will be reviewed and updated to take account of areas of concern and changes made in line with suggested clarifications and additions.
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