This page lists recent planning applications for the two Sibford parishes. They are removed from this page after about six months, but can still be found on the Cherwell District Council website.
This page is created as a convenience for Sibford residents; although we do our best to keep it complete and up to date, you should refer to the CDC website for critical information.
1.Sycamore Reduce south facing crown spread over junction and close by up to 2.5 metres in circumference Reduce west facing crown spread adjacent to property to previous Reduce remaining circumference to north and east proportionately to balance symmetry Remove major deadwood 2.Beech – Compression at primary crown break with included bark and a longitudinal cracking Reduce stem to east by approximately 4.5 metres Reduce lateral spread of crown to east by up to 3 metres in branch length Reduce overall crown height by up to 2 metres Prune remaining crown circumference proportionately to contain and shape Install x1 GEFA crown support system (brace) between stems to west and east 3.Ash - Section fell to leave the remaining stump cut as close to ground level as situation allows 4.Beech Remove lower smaller diameter stem overhanging adjacent Cherry Prune south facing section of crown overhanging property by up to 2 metres in branch length Reduce and balance north facing side of crown by up to 3 metres in branch length Prune to shape 5.Cherry Prune extending branch ends to contain and improve shape
Decision due by Mon 22 Nov 2021
RETROSPECTIVE - Two storey detached replacement dwelling, with semi-basement
Consultation closes on Thu 11 Nov 2021
Single storey rear extension
Decision due by Thu 2 Dec 2021
Discharge of Conditions 3 (stone sample panel) and 4 (slate sample) of 21/01437/F
Consultation closes on Thu 4 Nov 2021
Single storey rear extension to replace existing Conservatory. Internal renovation works including a new Bathroom and stair to the second floor
Consultation closes on Thu 28 Oct 2021
Alterations and erection of single storey rear extension to replace existing conservatory
Consultation closes on Thu 28 Oct 2021
Intention to install fixed line broadband electronic communications apparatus - 7 x 9m light pole
Decided on Wed 6 Oct 2021: Observations
Demolish existing garage for replacement with oak framed carport and roof alterations to create first floor over existing ancillary outbuilding to create pool and annexe accommodation - re-submission of 21/01535/F
Consultation closes on Thu 28 Oct 2021
T1, T2 x Alder - Dismantle and remove to ground level as growing through crown of more desirable Beech tree. T3 x Pine - Fell as growing through above Beech tree. T4 x Yew - Fell as poor specimen due to previous Conifers overshadowing. Replace with a more suitable specimen.
Decision due by Tue 19 Oct 2021
Demolition of existing sport pavilion and erection of a new pavilion
Consultation closes on Thu 21 Oct 2021
FIVE DAY NOTICE T1, T2 x Beech - Crown lift over highway to achieve the agreed clearance of 5.0m above ground level to include necessary end weight reduction of compromised branches.
Permitted on Thu 2 Sep 2021
Intention to install fixed line broadband electronic communications apparatus - 7 x 9m light pole
Decided on Fri 3 Sep 2021: No Observations
T1 x Silver Birch -Reduce height up to 10 metres.
Decision due by Thu 30 Sep 2021
Discharge of condition 13 (Archaeology) of 18/01894/OUT
Permitted on Fri 15 Oct 2021
Approval of reserved matters pursuant to condition 1 of planning permission 18/01894/OUT for details of layout, appearance, scale, landscaping, access and parking for 25 dwellings
Consultation closes on Fri 22 Oct 2021
Discharge of condition 12 (Energy Statement) - Outline planning permission with all matters reserved for up to 25 dwellings with associated open space, parking and sustainable drainage of 18/01894/OUT
Decision due by Thu 14 Oct 2021
Variation of conditions 2 (plans) and 6 (doors & windows) of 20/03601/F - Condition 2 to be changed to refer to the revised proposals drawings 19_076-100B and 101C to reflect amendments made to the two-storey extension.
Permitted on Fri 8 Oct 2021
T1 x Laurel - Remove stems touching wall as causing damage. T2 x Elder - Fell as damaging wall. T3 x Walnut - crown raise by up to 2.0m all round, reduce branching back from gable by 2.0m. T4 x Lawson; multi-stemmed - Fell as in poor condition. T5 x Yew - Crown raise by up to 3.0m, remove leaning stem over boundary. G1 x Yew - Crown raise all by up to 3.0m. T6 x Beech - Crown raise to 2.0m. T7 x Yew - crow raise up to 2.5m all round, clear driveway to a minimum height of 4.0m. T8 x Holly - Fell to ground level as close to building.
Decision due by Tue 7 Sep 2021
Increase extent of basement, from semi basement to full basement (proposed as non-material amendment to 21/01437/F)
Permitted on Fri 10 Sep 2021
T1 x Rowan- Fell Dying- Dead.
Decision due by Thu 26 Aug 2021
Five Day Notice. T1 x Southern Beech-Request to remove stem due to apparent root plate heave, significant parting from group.
Permitted on Fri 16 Jul 2021
Variation of condition 2 (plans) of 20/02545/F - substitute the revised drawings, with minor material amendments to the consented scheme. The changes relate to adapting the internal layout of the main barns. Additionally, the site works and landscape have been altered to take account of a prior approval permission to demolish a small, freestanding brick building under permitted development rights (not actioned yet).
Consultation closed on Thu 26 Aug 2021; decision due by Mon 13 Sep 2021
T1 x Yew Tree in front garden - 40% crown reduction; height after reduction 6 metres spread after reduction 4 metres. Reduction in tree due to excessive shading.
Permitted on Wed 4 Aug 2021
T1 x Beech - Reduce east side of crown towards property by up to 2.0m to reduce structural branch weight. Light crown thin by 10%. Crown raise by removal of first two lowest limbs. T2, T3 x Yew - Pollard to low stem at approx. 7.0m to allow to regenerate as low hedge screen as beneath Cedar in poor condition. T4 x Cedar - Removal of major hangers and damaged branching. Crown thin 10% to improve structure. Deadwood throughout (exempt).
Permitted on Thu 24 Jun 2021
Discharge of Conditions 3 (doors, windows and louvres), 4 (stone sample panel) and 5 (roof material sample) of 20/00673/LB
Permitted on Fri 1 Oct 2021
Discharge of Conditions 3 (doors, windows and louvres), 4 (stone sample panel) and 5 (roof material sample) of 20/00672/F
Permitted on Fri 1 Oct 2021
Single storey rear extension to dwelling and extension to and conversion of existing outbuilding to habitable accommodation
Permitted on Fri 9 Jul 2021
Demolish existing garage for replacement with oak framed carport and roof alterations to create first floor over existing ancillary outbuilding to create pool and annexe accommodation
Application Withdrawn on Mon 6 Sep 2021
Change of use from vets building to storage building with small office
Refused on Thu 7 Oct 2021
T1 x Lawson - Fell to ground level. G1 x Lawson + Damson - Face back to boundary raising crowns to 5.0m. G2 x Ash + Birch - Fell 3 nos Ash stems and 2 nos Birch stems.
Permitted on Thu 27 May 2021
T1 x Poplar - Pollard at up to 8.0m to main unions in main crown break; major decay in base from previous failure.
Permitted on Wed 2 June 2021
Single storey rear extension to create open-plan kitchen, living, dining area
Permitted on Fri 18 Jun 2021
Two storey detached replacement dwelling with semi basement
Permitted on Wed 14 Jul 2021
Discharge of condition 13 (Archaeological Investigation) of 18/01894/OUT (APP/C3105/W/19/3229631)
Application Withdrawn on Wed 16 Jun 2021
T1 x Picea Abies - One tree to be reduced to ground level due to proximity of property (2.8m) and height (approx 10.0m). Has previously had the top removed. Proposal to plant a hedge in its place along boundary wall - hedge type Aucuba Japonica and Prunus Laurocerasus.
Permitted on Wed 19 May 2021
The installation of an exterior render insulation system on the existing house. Reworking the existing extension and garage by cladding, externally insulating, re-roofing, and creating new openings. The addition of a new garage building on the site of an old large shed
Permitted on Fri 4 Jun 2021
Conversion of existing outbuilding to living accommodation with pitched roof; single storey extension to connect to existing property; conversion of existing carport to garage with pitched roof; change existing flat roof at front of property to a pitched roof to link in with new conversion and garage (amendments to existing approval reference 18/01650/F)
Permitted on Mon 24 May 2021
Erection of a 15m x 25m (375 sqm) agricultural storage barn with a ridge height of 7.2m
Permitted on Wed 28 Jul 2021
T1 x Yew - Crown reduction of 2.5m and raise 3.0m over footpath as shading neighbouring small garden. T2 x Beech, T3 x Lime - Raise lowest descending branching from Yew to give clearance to Yew and aid shading issue with neighbours.
Decision due by Fri 30 Apr 2021
Demolition of a small, stand-alone outbuilding, of a volume less than 115m3; such demolition being classified as permitted development under Schedule 2, Part 11, Class B
Decided on Wed 21 Apr 2021: Prior Approval Not Required
Discharge of Conditions 7 (timber cladding), 11 (electric vehicle charging points), 14 (contamination report) & 15 (contaminated areas remediation) of 20/02545/F
Permitted on Fri 4 Jun 2021
Alterations to existing garage to replace existing pair of doors with single automated door to afford improved vehicular access; erection of carport and change to external surfacing to provide level, safe and protected access for wheelchair user from house to car/garage and vice versa
Permitted on Tue 11 May 2021
Part two storey, part single storey rear extension thatched canopy to front door and internal renovations
Application Withdrawn on Tue 18 May 2021
Conversion of garage building and erection of a single storey extension, to form a granny annexe
Permitted on Mon 26 Jul 2021
Works to the Main House include: - making good and restoration to the roof, chimneys and gutters / downpipes - making good and restoration to the external pointing, - repairs and changing deteriorated windows and external doors with new double-glazed to match - restoration works to lintels. Works to the Garage include: - incorporating solar thermal panels under slate tiles for solar-thermal power - install new garage doors -changing deteriorated windows with new double-glazed to match the Main House. Works to the Log Store/Garden Room: - demolish the dilapidated Log Store and replace it with a Garden Room. Works to the boundaries: - maintenance work to the existing stone walls - new timber entrance gates to the driveway
Permitted on Thu 9 Sep 2021
Addition of solar thermal panels under slate tiles for solar-thermal power to the garage - install new garage doors -changing deteriorated windows in the garage with new double-glazed to match the Main House. Demolish the dilapidated Log Store and replace it with a Garden Room. New timber entrance gates to the driveway
Permitted on Thu 9 Sep 2021
A single storey, connecting link between the garage and the original barn conversion dwelling.
Appeal lodged with Planning Inspectorate, reference 3273937; Dismissed on Wed 8 Sep 2021