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A new build synthetic turf 3G pitch accommodating full-size rugby, football and lacrosse use. Pitch construction consisting of geo-grid, sub-base, asphalt base layer, performance shockpad and synthetic turf. The works inclusive of parallel pitch drainage system and SUDS soakaway, 8 column floodlighting system and all ducting, perimeter weld mesh panel fencing of 3m high, rising to 6m height behind each goal, 1.2m high spectator fencing, 3m wide spectator hardstanding, spectator stand accomodating 75 persons, 3m wide footpath connecting main access gate to existing footpath network, external synthetic cricket square with 3no. bays incorporating steel cage and netting

University of Reading, Whiteknights Campus Elmhurst Road Reading Berkshire RG6 6AZ

Decision MadeReference: PL/19/0749Reading Borough Council

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University of Reading, Whiteknights Campus Elmhurst Road Reading Berkshire RG6 6AZ

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Application summary

Status
Decision Made
Application type
Full planning permission
Received
8 May 2019
Validated
9 May 2019
Determination deadline
8 Aug 2019
Local authority
Reading Borough Council

Application overview

A new build synthetic turf 3G pitch accommodating full-size rugby, football and lacrosse use. Pitch construction consisting of geo-grid, sub-base, asphalt base layer, performance shockpad and synthetic turf. The works inclusive of parallel pitch drainage system and SUDS soakaway, 8 column floodlighting system and all ducting, perimeter weld mesh panel fencing of 3m high, rising to 6m height behind each goal, 1.2m high spectator fencing, 3m wide spectator hardstanding, spectator stand accomodating 75 persons, 3m wide footpath connecting main access gate to existing footpath network, external synthetic cricket square with 3no. bays incorporating steel cage and netting

Proposal details

Reference
PL/19/0749
Ward
Church Ward
Agent
Mr Fraser Gilbert

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StatementStatement · PDF8 May 2019View
Supporting DocumentsSupporting Documents · PDF8 May 2019View
Supporting DocumentsSupporting Documents · PDF8 May 2019View
Design and Access StatementDesign and Access Statement · PDF8 May 2019View
Supporting DocumentsSupporting Documents · PDF8 May 2019View
Location planLocation plan · PDF9 May 2019View

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