The independent examiner of the Mid Cherwell Neighbourhood Plan Review has concluded that it is necessary for him to hold a hearing to discuss specific issues.
Published: Thursday, 5th November 2026
The hearing will be held on Thursday 12 November 2026 at the Village Hall, Fir Lane, Steeple Aston OX25 4SF.
The specific issues to be discussed are:
- the way in which the Plan responds to the emerging strategic housing requirement for the neighbourhood area;
- the proposed distribution of housing allocations throughout the neighbourhood area;
- the details associated with the allocation of land for housing purposes as set out in Policies MC3, MC4, and MC7 of the Plan; and
- the proposed Local Gaps as set out in Policy MC10.
The public and other interested parties will be able to attend and watch the hearing. However, only the organisations/persons invited by the Examiner to attend will be able to participate in the discussions on the day.
The submitted Modified Mid Cherwell Neighbourhood Plan (2024 to 2042) was prepared following community and stakeholder engagement
Covering the parishes of Ardley with Fewcott, Duns Tew, Fritwell, Kirtlington, Lower Heyford, Middle Aston, Middleton Stoney, North Aston, Somerton, Steeple Aston and Upper Heyford, the Draft Neighbourhood Plan introduces new policies including proposed housing allocations as well as changes to some ‘made’ policies.
Further detailed information can be found online.