At Ferryhill Town Council we encourage local people to get involved and have the opportunity to influence decisions affecting Ferryhill.
From time to time we will invite local residents to take part in consultations and ask opinions on major changes proposed by the Town Council that affect Ferryhill.
We also encourage local people to respond to consultations being undertaken by Durham County Council and other local organisations that have an affect on the town. A link to their consultations is included on this page.
FERRYHILL TOWN COUNCIL CONSULTATIONS
There are currently no consultations.
DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL CONSULTATIONS
Selective Licensing
DCC are consulting on a selective licensing scheme for private rented housing.
As part of the consultation DCC must consult on the following:
- Reasons why we need selective licensing as opposed to alternative solutions
- Areas DCC propose to be covered by the new scheme and the evidence that shows they meet the selective licensing criteria
- Licence conditions
- Licence fees and potential discounts
The consultation runs to Wednesday the 12th August 2026 and you can have your say by visiting Project: New Selective Licensing Scheme proposal | Durham County Council
County Durham Plan (Planning Development)
Durham County Council’s Local Plan is back, with a Scoping Consultation having commenced with a closing date of 17 August 2026. This consultation is the first formal stage in the development of the new Local Plan and offers an early opportunity to help shape its direction.
The Local Plan is a significant document as it will guide where new homes, businesses and infrastructure will be built, while also protecting treasured green spaces and heritage.
The consultation runs to Monday the 17th August 2026 and you can have your say by visiting Project: County Durham Plan scoping consultation | Durham County Council
