The Roadmap
Getting Started
- Identify that a plan is needed and why
- Initial Public Meeting to publicise plan
- Setup a steering group
- Apply to Cherwell District Council to approve the ‘Neighbourhood Area’
Define the Scope and Vision
- Initial Public Consultation via Newsletter Questionnaire
- Initial Stakeholder consultations including local businesses, groups, churches, schools and services
- Identify and Prioritise the Key Issues and Themes
- Develop the vision and scope
- Create key objectives and identify options
Build the Evidence Base
- Review existing evidence including stakeholder consultations
- Identify evidence gaps
- Compile and Analyse new evidence
- Detailed consultation on the Vision, Scope and Objectives
Write the Plan
- Create policies, proposals, site allocations
- Consider sustainability, diversity, equality
Consultation on Plan
- Present the plan to public and key stakeholders for final consultation
- Amend plan as necessary
Submission and Examination
- Submit to Cherwell District Council for publication
- CDC appoints examiner
- Examination takes place and report is delivered
Referendum
- Referendum carried out, normally alongside local elections
- Plan is approved if over 50% of votes for the plan
Implementation