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541 in the last 90 days134 in the last 3022 in the last 1486% approveddecisions typically take 58 days

Source: Oxford City Council planning register · updated daily

Showing 1 to 5 of 643 · received or decided in the last 90 days

14 St John Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 2LQ
The fell 1no. cherry tree in the Central Conservation Area.
PendingWorks to Trees in Conservation AreaReceived 20 Oct 202626/02564/CAT
Merton College Merton Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 4JD
Fell 1no Malus tree as specified by Merton College in the Central Conservation area.
PendingWorks to Trees in Conservation AreaReceived 16 Oct 202626/02516/CAT
IMS Tetsuya Nakamura Building University Of Oxford Old Road Campus Roosevelt Drive Oxford Oxfordshire OX3 7TY
Fell 1no Sycamore tree as identified by Sam Prior in the Oxford City Council- Old Road Campus, Roosevelt Drive (No.1) Tree Preservation Order-2015
PendingWorks to a tree with a TPOReceived 16 Oct 202626/02513/TPO
Mansfield College Mansfield Road Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 3TF
Details submitted in compliance with conditions 13 (Archaeology WSI), 17 (Archaeological Condition 2) of planning permission 25/03195/FUL.
PendingDischarge Condition - 3rd appReceived 16 Oct 202625/03195/CND3
Mansfield College Mansfield Road Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 3TF
Details submitted in compliance with conditions 41 (CEMP), 43 (Ecological enhancement), 45 (HMMP) of planning permission 25/03195/FUL.
PendingDischarge Condition - 2nd appReceived 16 Oct 202625/03195/CND2

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Frequently asked questions

How many planning applications has Oxford City Council received?

Oxford City Council received 2,986 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 86%.

How long does Oxford City Council take to decide applications?

Oxford City Council takes an average of 58 days to decide planning applications. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for householder and minor applications, and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate for Oxford City Council?

Oxford City Council approves 86% of planning applications, against 87% nationally.

How do I object to a planning application in Oxford City Council?

Submit your representation to Oxford City Council during the public consultation period, typically 21 days from when the application was publicised. Planning Signal shows the consultation deadline for each application and links directly to the Oxford City Council planning portal.

Can I appeal an Oxford City Council planning decision?

Yes. If Oxford City Council refuses your application, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. 1,679 appeals were lodged against Oxford City Council decisions in the last 24 months, with a 32% success rate.

Planning data sourced from Oxford City Council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

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Track every planning application and planning permission decision in the Oxford City Council area. View live status, browse proposals by postcode, and get free email alerts for new developments. Updated daily from the council planning portal.

Oxford City Council serves as the local authority for the historic city of Oxford in Oxfordshire, England. With roots dating back to medieval times, the council has undergone various reforms and, since 1974, operates as a non-metropolitan district. Planning applications in the area are managed by this council, while broader county-level functions are handled by Oxfordshire County Council. The council was established in 1 April 1974. The council is currently led by Susan Brown (Labour), who has held the position since 29 January 2018. Caroline Green serves as Chief Executive since February 2021.

The council area encompasses 35 towns and villages, including Oxford. Use the planning application search above to find proposals across these communities by postcode.

In the last 24 months, Oxford City Council received 2,986 planning applications. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

The most common types were tree works (414), discharge of conditions (322), outline applications (192). 5 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

1,679 planning appeals were lodged against Oxford City Council decisions, of which 458 were allowed and 987 were dismissed (32% success rate).

Residents and developers can search all planning permission and permitted development applications for Oxford City Council above. To comment or object to a live application, visit the Oxford City Council planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original submission for every application listed.