Electrical regulations should come as no shock
Renters who sign new tenancy agreements from next month will have greater protection from the risks of…
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Banbury blaze is warning to landlords
A fire at flats on Banbury’s Middleton Road is a stark reminder about the importance of correct fire safety measures, the council says.
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Support package for landlords rehousing those in need
North Oxfordshire landlords stand to benefit from a range of council support if they house those currently in emergency accommodation because of COVID-19.
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Help needed to tackle homelessness during crisis
Hotels, guest houses and landlords can offer support and help protect some of those most at risk during the coronavirus crisis, Cherwell District Council says.
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Cherwell responds to Government's call on the homeless
Rough sleepers in north Oxfordshire have been found accommodation in line with the Government's instruction to all councils in the UK to house them and help protect them from the coronavirus.
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From boarded up to Crowning glory
An abandoned office block will once again contribute to the life of Banbury town centre as a council-owned regeneration project comes to fruition.
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Higher price for non-compliant landlords
Landlords who fail to make licence applications when they should or who fall short with other housing safety issues could be hit in the pocket thanks to a fresh approach to licence fees and…
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Specialist housing team reaches finals
A council team’s work with people living with mental health issues, learning disabilities, and affected by substance misuse, has seen them reach the finals of the UK Housing Awards.
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Severe Weather Emergency Protocol activated
With cold weather forecast, the Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP) is in effect, to make sure there are additional emergency beds available for people sleeping rough.
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Help with hidden costs sees dream home restored
A couple looking for a quiet place to spend more time as a family have transformed a derelict property in Claydon with the council’s help.
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Grant for healthy homes helps family prepare for winter
A Banbury family living with a range of health complaints have had a helping hand getting their house warm in time for winter.
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Bond scheme helps attract key workers to district
Help is at hand to make it easier for people to move to north Oxfordshire to take up work in key public services.
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Forum launched for renters’ rights
People renting privately in north Oxfordshire will be learning more about their rights at a new forum being run by Cherwell District Council in Banbury.
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Open day at eco-friendly housing scheme
House hunters are invited to discover our innovative eco-friendly housing scheme in the Bretch Hill area of Banbury.
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North Oxfordshire organisations nominated for prestigious national house building awards
North Oxfordshire is to be well represented at a prestigious national awards ceremony in November celebrating all aspects of self-build homes and renovation.
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Landlords look to forum for best practice
Private landlords can get up-to-date tips on how to hit high standards at a forum next week.
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Grant boost raises ceiling for landlords
Banbury landlords can now apply for grant funding of up to £15,000 to renovate their properties when they sign up to Cherwell District Council’s bond scheme.
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Letting fee refund is win for renters
Tenants should check the wording of their contracts, says the council, after a recent warning to letting agents saw £34,416 of unlawful fees and deposits refunded.
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Green living scheme opens doors to public
House hunters are invited to discover an innovative eco-friendly housing scheme in Banbury.
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Local landlords asked to help refugees from Syria
Landlords from across the Cherwell area are being asked to help accommodate refugee families from war-torn Syria.
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Rent refund for victim of unlawful eviction
A Bicester man who was left sleeping in his car after being unlawfully evicted is set to receive a £7,960 rent refund.
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Autism bungalow has given Ed his life back
Moving into a purpose-built autism bungalow has been like winning the lottery for Ed Barker.
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Shiny new home for the new year
NHS Administration Manager Ellie Weston is looking forward to moving into her own home this January thanks to Cherwell District Council’s affordable housing scheme.