Previous consultations and outcomes - 2024

We consult on a range of issues on a regular basis. This page lists the consultations we carried out in 2024.

Anti-social behaviour in Durham City

We'd like your views on ASB issues in Durham City and measures which could be introduced to help tackle these issues.

Tackling issues of anti-social behaviours (ASB) in Durham City

The closing date for comments was 5.00pm on Sunday 23 June 2024.

Durham County News magazine

Tell us what you think about changes to the way we share the Durham County News magazine with you.

Changes to Durham County News magazine

The closing date for comments was 5.00pm on Monday 17 June 2024.

Gambling Act

This consultation gives you the chance to have your say on the review of our Gambling Act 2005 Statement of Principles, also known as the "gambling policy".

Gambling Act consultation

The closing date for comments was 5.00pm on Friday 14 June 2024.

DLI Museum and Art Gallery building and surroundings

Have your say on our proposals for the DLI Museum and Art Gallery building and surroundings which will allow us to deliver the most efficient, environmentally friendly building and landscaping.

Updated proposals for the DLI Museum and Art Gallery building and surroundings

The closing date for comments was 5.00pm on Thursday 6 June 2024.

A long term plan for Spennymoor

We want to hear your views about Spennymoor to help develop a new long term plan for the town and how we can best use government funding.

Consultation on a long term plan for Spennymoor

The closing date for comments was 5.00pm on Friday 31 May 2024.

Copelaw housing proposal

We want your views on this proposed housing and supporting facilities project at Copelaw, Newton Aycliffe.

Have your say on Copelaw housing proposal

The closing date for comments was Monday 13 May 2024.

Statement of Licensing Policy

Have your say on the review of our Statement of Licensing Policy, which we must legally update at least every five years.

Consultation on our Statement of Licensing Policy

The closing date for comments was 5.00pm on Friday 3 May 2024.

Local Nature Recovery Strategy for County Durham

If you are passionate about nature and want to protect it for future generations, please get involved - we'd love to hear from you.

Help us develop our Local Nature Recovery Strategy for County Durham

The closing date for comments was 5.00pm on 16 April 2024.

Making County Durham a safer place 2024-2029

We want your views on how we intend to keep County Durham a safe place to live, work and visit.

Consultation on making County Durham a safer place 2024-2029

The closing date for comments was 5.00pm on Sunday 14 April 2024.

Solar Energy Supplementary Planning Document (stage two)

We want your views on the second draft of the County Durham Solar Energy Supplementary Planning Document (SPD) which sets out guidance to ensure solar development takes place in suitable locations and is well designed.

Solar Energy Supplementary Planning Document consultation (stage two)

The closing date for comments was 5.00pm on Sunday 7 April 2024.

Housing Needs Supplementary Planning Document (stage two)

We want your views on the second draft of the Housing Needs Supplementary Planning Document (SPD) which provides guidance on a range of housing to meet the needs of our communities including for older people, students, first time buyers amongst others.

Housing Needs Supplementary Planning Document consultation (stage two)

The closing date for comments was 5.00pm on Sunday 7 April 2024.

Main Modifications to the County Durham Minerals and Waste Policies and Allocations Development Plan Document (stage four)

We are preparing a new planning document called the County Durham Minerals and Waste Policies and Allocations Development Plan Document (M&WDPD). It has been to the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities for independent examination and examination hearings in September 2023, and we are now consulting upon Main Modifications.

Consultation on Main Modifications to the County Durham Minerals and Waste Policies and Allocations Development Plan Document (stage four)

The closing date for comments was 5.00pm on Friday 8 March 2024.

Gambling addiction and risks of gambling related harm survey

If you've experienced issues related to gambling, or been impacted by issues relating to someone over the age of 18 years old who gambles, we'd like to hear from you.

Gambling addiction and risks of gambling related harm survey

The closing date for comments was 5.00pm on Thursday 29 February 2024.