Parish News
Meeting of the Planning Committee – 25th of August 2026 – Elivia Homes
The Parish Council has been informed that planning application 26/01882/OUT (Elivia Homes) has been submitted. The application is for the following:
Land To The West Of Common Road, North Leigh
Outline planning application for the demolition of a single dwelling (No.18 Common
Road), the formation of a new vehicular access, and the erection of up to 75 dwellings,
together with new public open space, a footpath connection to the PROW on Heath
Farm Lane, a pumping station and all associated works. All matters reserved except for
access (excluding internal roads).
The Planning Committee of the Parish Council will meet on the 25th August at 7:30pm in Turner Hall to consider this. All are welcome.
The agenda can be found here: Planning-Committee-Agenda-25th-August-2026.pdf
Notice of Parish Council Vacancy – Paul Kitchin
The Council would like to thank Paul Kitchin for his time as councillor. There is now another vacancy on the council. To view the notice, click here.
Road works
Temporary Traffic Regulation Order – S14 Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984
Temporary Road Closure – at Charlbury, Fawler Road
A request has been received from SGN for a temporary road closure to apply to a section of Fawler Road, whilst essential gas main repair works are carried out.
A Temporary Traffic Regulation Order (TTRO) is being made to implement the temporary closure and will operate from 10 August 2026.
The estimated completion of the works is 13 September 2026, 24 hours daily.
(The maximum duration of a TTRO on a road is 18 months and on a footpath is 6 months, or until completion of the works, whichever is the earlier.)
Road works
Temporary Traffic Regulation Order – S14 Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984
Temporary Road Closure – at North Leigh, New Yatt, New Yatt Road
A request has been received from Mott MacDonald for a temporary road closure to apply to a section of New Yatt Road, whilst essential rising main works are carried out.
A Temporary Traffic Regulation Order (TTRO) is being made to implement the temporary closure and will operate from 28 September 2026.
The estimated completion of the works is 23 October 2026, 24 hours per day.
(The maximum duration of a TTRO on a road is 18 months and on a footpath is 6 months, or until completion of the works, whichever is the earlier.)
Preparing for a changing climate – New climate resilience guidance for West Oxfordshire communities
The District Council has recently produced two new practical guides to help residents and communities prepare for more frequent extreme weather, as rising greenhouse gas emissions drive climate change and global warming.
The first, Preparing for a Changing Climate, covers a range of practical actions people can take to improve resilience to issues such as flooding, heavy rainfall, hotter summers, drought and pressure on local nature and infrastructure.
The second, Keeping Cool During Hotter Weather, provides more specific advice on preparing homes for heatwaves, avoiding overheating, supporting people who may be particularly vulnerable and recognising heat-related illness.
The guides are currently available electronically attached and linked below:
For any other queries relating to climate action (including low-carbon and energy-efficiency improvements, community energy projects or wider local sustainability initiatives) please contact the West Oxfordshire – Climate Action Team
Road works
Temporary Traffic Regulation Order – S14 Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984
Temporary Road Closure – at North Leigh, East End, East End Road
A request has been received from Mott MacDonald for a temporary road closure to apply to a section of East End Road, whilst essential rising main works are carried out.
A Temporary Traffic Regulation Order (TTRO) is being made to implement the temporary closure and will operate from 28 September 2026
The estimated completion of the works is 23 October 2026, 24 hours per day.
(The maximum duration of a TTRO on a road is 18 months and on a footpath is 6 months, or until completion of the works, whichever is the earlier.)
Notice of intention to make the Order will be published in the local press.
North Witney – Have your say!
Have your say on planning application below! Comments are due by Thursday the 16th July. Please pass this onto all of your neighbours. It will be on our Facebook page, noticeboards, website and distributed to those on our mailing list.
Comments can be made on the District Council’s website: View and comment on planning applications – West Oxfordshire District Council
The planning reference is 24/00482/OUT.
The Parish Council has submitted its response which can be found here: 24/00482/OUT
2026 Tree Lighting – 5th December!
Save the date for this year’s tree lighting which will held on Cuckamus Green on Saturday the 5th December.
More details to follow!
Road works
Temporary Traffic Regulation Notice – S14 Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984
Temporary Road Closure at New Yatt, road through New Yatt and New Yatt Road
A request has been received from Sunbelt Rentals Ltd for a temporary road closure to apply to a length of the road through New Yatt and New Yatt Road whilst essential overhead cabling works are carried out.
A temporary Notice is being made by Oxfordshire County Council to implement the temporary restriction and will operate from 1 September 2026 up to and including 4 September 2026, 09:30 to 15:30 daily.
Please note that Notices for urgent works can last up to 5 consecutive days only.
Road works
Temporary Traffic Regulation Notice – S14 Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984
Temporary Road Closure and 20 mph speed restriction at North Leigh, Park Road & A4095
A request has been received from SSEN for a temporary road closure to apply to a length of Park Road whilst essential power supply works are carried out. A 20 mph temporary speed restriction will be in force on the diversion route covering the A4095.
A temporary Notice is being made by Oxfordshire County Council to implement the temporary restriction and will operate from 20 July 2026 up to and including 23 July 2026, 24 hours per day.
Please note that Notices for urgent works can last up to 5 consecutive days only.