Oxford United Secure Formal Planning Approval For New Stadium
Oxford United have formally signed the Section 106 Planning Agreement with Oxfordshire County Council and Cherwell District Council, which has enabled full and final planning permission for the club’s new stadium to be issued.
Representing one of the most significant milestones to date in Oxford United’s plans to build a 16,000-capacity stadium, the development will also include a 180-bedroom hotel, restaurant, conference centre, health & wellbeing space, gym and community plaza.
Signing the Section 106 follows extensive and detailed engagement between the club and local authorities to ensure the stadium and surrounding development deliver long‑term social, economic and environmental benefits for people across Oxfordshire.
The agreement will see over £5m invested into infrastructure and local projects, alongside other commitments made as part of a separate Community Collaboration Agreement.
With formal planning approval received, the club can now progress with the next phase of the project, which includes the discharge of pre-commencement conditions and enabling works ahead of construction.
Oxford United Chairman, Grant Ferguson, said: “Signing the Section 106 Agreement and receiving formal planning approval brings us one step closer to delivering a new home for our club.
“The new stadium is designed not only as a home for men’s and women’s football, but as a major community and business hub that supports local and regional economic growth, sustainability objectives and long‑term wellbeing across the county.
“I’d like to thank Oxfordshire County Council, Cherwell District Council, our project team and the many community groups, supporters and stakeholders who have contributed constructively throughout this process.
“While important steps remain, this milestone gives us the platform to move forward with confidence as we focus on the next stages of this once-in-a-generation opportunity.”
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