PEOPLE in Jericho are preparing to give evidence at a planning inquiry to prevent a developer getting planning permission for a large block of flats in the area.
Last December, Oxford City Council rejected proposals by Spring Residential to build 54 flats on the former Castle Mill Boatyard site, and it has remained unused after being closed by British Waterways, which sold the land to the property company.
Spring's plan includes 54 one and two-bedroom flats, 16 parking spaces, a public square, a lifting bridge and a boat repair berth.
Earlier this year, Spring appealed against the decision and a planning inquiry has been scheduled for Tuesday, August 12.
The plans have proved unpopular with many residents, who say the flats will destroy the character of Jericho. Their campaign has been backed by Oxford author Philip Pullman and Lewis actor Kevin Whately.
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