Business

Changes to Empty Property Business Rate Relief

From 1 April 2008, the Government introduced changes to empty property relief in order to provide an incentive to bring empty property back into use. For full details, visit our Business Rates - Discounts and Exemptions page.

Is there a list available of businesses in Oxford?

There is no list currently available. A new online business directory shared with other local authorities across Oxfordshire is currently being discussed.

Is there a list available of business sites and premises for sale or lease in Oxford?

We do not provide a list of business premises available in Oxford. There is a commercial property search tool on our Private Property Available page. We may also be able to provide small units for start-up businesses at the Oxford Enterprise Centre in St. Clements. Visit our Business Premises page for full details.

Does the Council provide grants or any other financial assistance to businesses or business start-ups?

We do not directly provide financial assistance to businesses. Visit our Funding and Grants page and use our online tool to search for government and EU funding opportunities in Oxford, including grants, loans, awards, tax credits and venture capital schemes.

How do I find out about business opportunities with the Council?

Our Procurement Team will be able to advise you on opportunities to sell goods or services to the Council. Visit our Buyer Profile pages for full details.

Do I need planning permission for my business proposal?

	Business Link website

Visit our Planning pages for information, advice and contact details on all planning related issues.

Can the Council help me with starting up a new business?

We do not directly help with starting up new businesses. Visit the Business Link and Oxfordshire Business Enterprises websites for information and advice on starting up your own business.

Business Information Point

Oxfordshire County Council provides a Business Information Point based at Oxford Central Library. It helps to support and promote the local economy and works with regional business advice agencies to provide business information services.

Business Information Point services include:

• Information on companies (UK and international), products, trade-names, markets and standards
• Companies House reports
• Access to CD-ROM databases, the internet and email
• Books and leaflets on all aspects of starting up and running a small business
• Key UK and overseas statistics
• UK and European Union legislation
• Photocopying and fax facilities

Where can I find out methods of boosting business efficiency?

For information on how to improve the environmental performance and sustainability of your business, visit our Sustainable Business page.

Is there any economic data available on Oxford?

For statistics on the Oxford economy, please visit our Economic Statistics pages.

Business Parking Permits

Oxfordshire County Council is responsible for issuing parking permits for businesses. Visit the Oxford Parking Shop pages of their website for details on how to apply for a permit.

Page last reviewed 10 Apr 2008