Consultations

Notice of Byelaw Revocation

We have launched a public consultation following the publication of a Notice of Byelaw Revocation to revoke a byelaw made in 1947 to prohibit the use by persons riding bicycles, tricycles or other similar vehicles on a number of footpaths in the borough.

Modernising the Rugby Art Gallery and Museum building

Rugby Art Gallery and Museum (RAGM ) is embarking on an exciting project to improve their spaces in order to better deliver their cultural and educational objectives, safeguard the rich heritage assets in their custody and ensure RAGM’s sustainable future.

 

 

Previous consultations

Title Date consultation closed More information
Community Governance Review - a town council for Rugby Closed 30 June 2026 To follow.
Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) The Government consultation closed on 26 March 2026 and the council's consultation closed on 24 February 2026 The Government has announced its decision on Warwickshire's LGR. View statement
Proposed Submission Local Plan (Regulation 19) consultation Closed 13 March 2026 The council has submitted the Local Plan for independent examination.
Rugby Central Development Brief Supplementary Planning Document (SPD) Closed 6 March 2026 The council has adopted the Rugby Central Development Brief SPD.
Community Governance Review - Rugby Radio Station site (now Houlton) in Clifton-upon-Dunsmore parish Closed 5 February 2026 To follow.
Renewal of Public Spaces Protection Orders (PSPOs) Closed 2 February 2026 The council has renewed the PSPOs.
Clifton-upon-Dunsmore Neighbourhood Plan Closed 4 November 2025 The council has adopted the Clifton-upon-Dunsmore Neighbourhood Plan
Proposed changes to the Traffic Regulation Order in Rugby town centre Closed 22 October 2025 The council made an application to Warwickshire County Council in May 2026 to change the Traffic Regulation Order.
Draft Statement of Licensing Policy 2026-2031 Closed 1 October 2025 The council has adopted the Statement of Licensing Policy 2026-2031.
High Street Rental Auctions Closed 11 August 2025 The council has adopted High Street Rental Auctions
Refurbishment of park and play area at Bawnmore Park - masterplan Closed 8 August 2025 Responses will inform the final masterplan for the refurbishment.
Economic Strategy Closed 7 April 2025 The strategy was adopted.
Future of Rounds Gardens Closed 21 March 2025 To follow.
South West Rugby Design Code Supplementary Planning Document (SPD) Closed 10 March 2025 The council has adopted the South West Rugby Design Code SPD.
Air quality status report Closed 26 November 2024 The report was adopted.
Enhanced streets and spaces Closed 14 October 2024 Feedback has been incorporated into the council's consideration of future public realm works.
Gambling policy statement of principles Closed 11 October 2024 The policy statement was adopted by the council.
Cemetery and crematorium regulations Closed 8 July 2024 The regulations were adopted by the council.
Shop fronts design guide supplementary planning document Closed 18 June 2024 Representations were considered by a meeting of the Council held on 10 July 2024.
Rugby's live music scene   Responses were reported to the Rugby Live Music Scene Task and Finish Group.
Refurbishment of park and play area at Bawnmore Park Closed 12 April 2024 Responses will inform the next stage of the plans.
Refurbishment of park and play area at Cherwelton Play Area, Brownsover Closed 12 April 2024 Responses will inform the next stage of the plans.
Refurbishment of park and play area at New Bilton Recreation Ground Closed 12 April 2024 Responses will inform the next stage of the plans.
Article 4 Direction (emerging) Closed 21 March 2024 Representations will be considered by a meeting of the Council.
Survey of residents Closed 4 March 2024 Responses will inform the council's performance dashboard and inform future actions addressing matters raised.
Local Plan Issues and Options consultation Closed  2 February 2024 Representations are to be considered at a future meeting.
Review of Polling Districts and Polling Places Closed 31 October 2023 Representations were considered by a meeting of the Council held on 13 December 2023.
Draft Street Trading Policy and fees Closed 25 October 2023 Representations were considered by the Licensing and Safety Committee held on 28 November 2023.