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