Have your say
Domestic Abuse Policy Consultation
We want to hear from you about the types of services you believe should be offered to anyone who is affected by domestic abuse. Oxford City Council is committed to improving its response to domestic abuse by understanding the needs of service users, listening, recognising the signs, and intervening early to ensure the safety of survivors and their children while holding perpetrators accountable. We are working towards achieving Domestic Abuse Housing Alliance (DAHA) accreditation. As part of...
Tenancy Management Area Working Consultation
We are excited to announce that Oxford City Council’s Tenancy Management Team is reviewing the way we deliver services to you, our tenants. We are aiming to create a more responsive and flexible service. Our goal is to ensure that your needs are met promptly and effectively, promoting a positive and supportive tenant experience. How we currently work: At present, each Tenancy Management Officer (TMO) is responsible for a specific area. This...
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...
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,...
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.
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...
Closed consultations and engagement
Oxford Local Plan 2042 - Early Engagement Survey
Oxford City Council is starting the preparation of a new Local Plan for the city to guide where new development can go. This early involvement is taking place prior to the legally required stages to seek early views from residents, businesses and other bodies to help identify the main issues being faced. What is the new Local Plan? 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...
Cumulative Impact Assessment Review
To meet the requirements of Section 5A of the Licensing Act 2003, Oxford City Council is reviewing the current Cumulative Impact Assessment, which is required every three years. The Assessment is used as an evidence-based tool for the Licensing Authority to consider adoption of the Special Saturation Policy (SSP), which forms part of the Statement of Licensing Policy. This is a statutory requirement.
Residential Communal Areas Public Spaces Protection Order
Consultation for Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) with Prohibitions Restricting Unauthorised Persons from Gathering in Residential Communal areas serving 199-207 Barns Road and 36-44 Upper Barr. The proposed Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) aims to address concerns related to anti-social behaviour (ASB) linked to unauthorized gatherings in an Oxford City Council Residential communal area. The ASB includes harassment and intimidation of nearby residents and open space drug use....
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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