Have Your Say on the Future of our District
- Gordon Elliot
- 7 minutes ago
- 2 min read
West Oxfordshire District Council has launched the statutory consultation on the Draft West Oxfordshire Local Plan 2043.
The consultation will run until 9 October 2026 and is open to all local residents, businesses, community organisations and other interested stakeholders.
The Draft Local Plan sets out:
The Council's proposed planning policies for West Oxfordshire to 2043.
The proposed strategy for accommodating future housing, employment and infrastructure needs.
Proposed site allocations for housing, employment and other forms of development.
Policies to help address climate change, support nature recovery, improve infrastructure, strengthen the local economy and protect the character of West Oxfordshire's towns, villages and countryside.
Unlike earlier consultation stages, which sought views on emerging ideas, policies and potential development locations, this consultation relates to the Council's proposed submission version of the Local Plan.
This is the final stage of public consultation before the Draft Local Plan is submitted for independent examination. At this stage, comments should focus on whether the Plan is legally compliant and whether it is considered sound.
To make it as easy as possible to have your say, we encourage everyone to submit their comments using our online consultation platform.
Alternatively, representations can be submitted by:
Post: Planning Policy Team, Council Offices, Woodgreen, Witney, OX28 1NB
Paper copies of the Draft Local Plan and supporting documents are available to view at the council offices and at deposit locations across the district.
Come to one of our drop-in events
If you’d like to find out more or speak to members of the playing policy team, we’re holding a series of drop-in events during the consultation:
Date Venue Time
Tuesday 1 September Witney Corn Exchange 4-7pm
Wednesday 9 September Carterton Town Hall 4.30-7.30pm
Thursday 10 September Chipping Norton Town Hall 4-7pm
Can't make our events?
Our virtual consultation room provides an alternative way to explore the draft Local Plan, view information on the proposals, ask questions, and submit your comments at a time that suits you. Access the virtual consultation room here.
If you have any questions, please contact the Planning Policy Team at planning.consultation@westoxon.gov.uk.
Click here to take part in the consultation:
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