Bloxham neighbourhood plan backed by 85 per cent of voters

Summarised from 3 outlets · Updated 8 Oct, 06:15 · Archive

Voters in the village of Bloxham have endorsed an updated neighbourhood plan with more than 85 per cent support.

An updated neighbourhood plan for Bloxham has won strong support from residents, taking a major step toward formal adoption. The Bloxham Modified Neighbourhood Plan received backing from more than 85 per cent of voters in a poll held on 27 August.

Cherwell District Council's Executive agreed on 5 October to recommend the plan for adoption by Full Council. Chris Aramini-Brant, the council's portfolio holder for planning and enforcement, said: 'The strong support shown by the community demonstrates how important it is that local people have a meaningful say in the future of the places they call home.'

The updated plan will guide future planning decisions in Bloxham through to 2042. It includes policies on housing, infrastructure, parking, green spaces, business support and protection of the village's historic character.

Aramini-Brant added: 'Neighbourhood plans are a valuable way for communities to help shape future development and reflect the priorities that matter most to local residents. By recommending this updated plan for adoption, we are helping to ensure those local views continue to play an important role in planning decisions in Bloxham.'

Full Council will consider the recommendation on 19 October. If approved, the plan will be formally adopted and used to inform planning decisions alongside local and national planning policies.

Bloxham neighbourhood plan backed by 85 per cent of voters — Image: Oxford Mail

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Residents vote strongly in favour of updated Bloxham planThe Bloxham Modified Neighbourhood Plan received backing from more than 85 per cent of voters in a poll held on August 27.Oxford Mail · 8 Oct, 05:00
Residents vote strongly in favour of updated Bloxham planThe Bloxham Modified Neighbourhood Plan received backing from more than 85 per cent of voters in a poll held on August 27.Oxfordshire Guardian · 8 Oct, 05:00
Council approves Banburyshire village's blueprint to help guide future planningBloxham residents could soon see their updated neighbourhood plan formally adopted after it received strong support in a local referendum.Banbury Guardian · 6 Oct, 16:56

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