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Collected application statistics

Collected records · All available dates
1,494Searchable applications
466Recorded as pending
90%Approval rate · 774 approved or refused records
77Refused applications

697 approved · 77 refused · 43 withdrawn. Received dates in our records: 16 Feb 2024 to 25 Sept 2026. Most recent record check: 28 Sept 2026. Counts reflect the last collected status; some records may be out of date.

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Council sources checked 14 Sept 2026

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Conservation areas51 mapped area records
Article 4 direction areas9 mapped area records0 identified HMO area records; remaining records unclassified

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  1. Decided26/01212/5DAY

    T16 - Plane: canopy reduction by removing 4 - 5 Metres to reduce end-weight loading throughout the crown and encourage the development of a more balanced, natural canopy structure. In addition, I recommend the installation of a suitable bracing system to provide supplemental support to the three remaining principal stems. The works would also include the removal of larger deadwood throughout the upper crown and canopy.

    Cleeve Court Streatley Reading

    Received 4 Jun 2026
  2. Awaiting decision26/01213/FULMAJ

    Following the closure of the existing driving range outfield due to Health and Safety concerns, it is proposed that in its place a Golf 'POD' is constructed which will feature covered practices bays and a short outfield that will be fully netted (including the roof). To compliment the Golf 'Pod' it is also proposed that a new short game practice area is built, while on the site of the old outfield a dedicated junior practice area, irrigation storage pond and rainwater harvesting basin are constructed. The proposed grading works will be undertaken using soils brought to the site via tipper lorry. An extensive native planting scheme is proposed to increase habitat and biodiversity.

    Theale Golf Centre North Street Theale Reading RG7 5EX

    Received 5 Jun 2026
  3. Decided26/01214/CERTP

    Installation of a Velux skylight in the roof to the rear of the property. Replacement of all roof tiles, battens and felt. Installation of guttering to all dormer window roofs. Installation of two cupboards between bedroom 1 and 2.

    Gorselands The Avenue Bucklebury Reading RG7 6NP

    Received 5 Jun 2026
  4. Decided26/01215/FUL

    Convert annex (approved 05/02526/HOUSE) to a short term let. Create new entrance door (side elevation) to the garage area.

    18 High Street Lambourn Hungerford RG17 8XN

    Received 4 Jun 2026
  5. Decided26/01216/HOUSE

    A small rear single storey extension and internal re-arrangement works to the existing property

    22 Woodavon Gardens Thatcham RG18 4DT

    Received 5 Jun 2026
  6. Decided26/01217/COND

    Approval of details reserved by Conditions (8) Biodiversity Enhancements and (9) Sustainability Measures of planning permission 26/00234/HOUSE: Rear and side extension with rooms in the roof. Demolition of the existing side store and replacing it with a new side entrance along with a new porch to the front of the property. White render to the extension and to areas with poor/damaged brickwork along with timber cladding. New timber clad detached garden room to serve as an office.

    Glebe Cottage Aldworth Reading RG8 9SB

    Received 5 Jun 2026
  7. Decided26/01218/COND

    Application for Approval of Details Reserved by Condition 15 (Sustainable Drainage Measures) of planning permission 22/02746/FUL

    9 London Road Thatcham RG18 4GE

    Received 5 Jun 2026
  8. Decided26/01224/CERTP

    Proposed single storey rear extension and internal alterations.

    82 Park Lane Thatcham RG18 3PG

    Received 5 Jun 2026
  9. Decided26/01226/LBC

    Like-for-like renovation of wattle and daub rendering of end gable

    102A Bartholomew Street Newbury RG14 5DY

    Received 8 Jun 2026
  10. Awaiting decision26/01228/FUL

    Change of Use from Coach Works to B8 Storage & Distribution, including gate and fencing (retrospective).

    Horseman Coaches The Green Theale Reading RG7 5DR

    Received 9 Jun 2026
  11. Decided26/01229/HOUSE

    Section 73 application to vary condition 2 (approved plans) of Planning Permission 25/02947/HOUSE. Convert garage to habitable accommodation. Side extension to the front of the property. First floor linking roof between garage and dwelling. Open veranda extension to rear side and single-storey rear extension with alteration to rear roof. New dormers to front and rear. Porches to front and side. Other associated alterations. Alterations: relocate kitchen window, alter floor and elevation plans.

    Hunters Moon New Road Hill Midgham Reading RG7 5RY

    Received 8 Jun 2026
  12. Decided26/01230/TPW

    952 - Oak: located within rear main car park of The Swan at Streatley. Detailed and bespoke reduction in height and spread due to decay, crown retrenchment and overall tree risk. Full specification in accompanying letter reference: JH.260441, dated 5th June 2026, includes: height 10 - 15 metres; north canopy 4 - 5 metres; northwest canopy 5 - 6 metres; eastern and southern canopies 2 - 4 metres (see photos in letter for further detail).

    The Swan At Streatley High Street Streatley Reading RG8 9HR

    Received 8 Jun 2026
  13. Decided26/01232/COND

    Application for approval of details reserved by condition 41 'Lighting design strategy for light sensitive biodiversity' of approved 24/02737/NONMAT: Non Material amendment application to planning application 22/02754/OUTMAJ: Hybrid Planning Application: 1) Full planning permission for a food store with a floor area of 1800 square metres (Use Class E(a)) together with drainage, parking and associated access, infrastructure, and landscaping. 2) Outline planning permission (matters to be considered: access) for up to 75 residential units (Use Class C3) high-capacity Electric Vehicle (EV) charging area, and residential care accommodation, containing up to 70 beds (Use Class C2), together with open space, play space, drainage, parking and associated access, infrastructure, landscape, bund on the eastern boundary with the A339, ancillary and site preparation works. Amendment: Amendments to Conditions 3, 4, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 16, 19, 20, 24, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 34, 35, 36, 38, 39, 41, 42, 43, 49, 50, 51, 52, 53 and 54.

    Land East Of Newbury College Monks Lane Newbury

    Received 8 Jun 2026
  14. Decided26/01233/TELE28

    Notification under Regulation 5 of the Electronic Communications Code (Conditions and Restrictions) Regulations 2003 (as amended) to utilise permitted development rights (Part 16 of Schedule 2 of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (England) Order 2015 (as amended). The proposal consists of the installation of electronic communications apparatus at Flats 1-6 Nord House, Pelican Lane, Newbury, RG14 1NU.

    Nord House Pelican Lane Newbury RG14 1NU

    Received 4 Jun 2026
  15. Decided26/01234/HOUSE

    Erection of a two-storey side extension, partial two-storey rear extension, and single-storey rear extension. Installation of 3no. rooflights and alterations to the roof form including the addition of gable features to the front and rear elevations. Extension and alteration of the existing bay window roof to continue across the front elevation, with associated changes to fenestration and external appearance.

    35 The Avenue Mortimer Common Reading RG7 3QU

    Received 8 Jun 2026
  16. Decided26/01235/LBC

    Install electric vehicle charger.

    Moorings Blandys Lane Upper Basildon Reading RG8 8LY

    Received 9 Jun 2026
  17. Decided26/01236/TPW

    T1 - Oak: The oak tree exhibits significant decay within the main stem and has previously suffered a major limb failure, resulting in substantial canopy loss. The tree is now leaning towards the adjacent property. Reduce to a monolith at approximately 2 metres (5/6 feet) in height for habitat purposes.T2, T3, T4 and T5 - Oaks (Group of 4): These mature oak trees overhang the neighbouring property (Beeridge and Co Builders Ltd). Works are required to mitigate risk from falling branches and manage overall size. Crown reduction by 2/3 metres. Final finished height: approximately 16/17 metres. Final crown spread: approximately 9/11 metresT6 - Ash (multi-stem): This ash tree is affected by ash dieback and is in decline. There is evidence of previous limb failure, significant deadwood, and a large suspended branch. Heavy pollard reduction by approximately 4/5 metres. Final finished height: approximately 12/13 metres. Final crown spread: approximately 6/8 metres

    Pinchington Lodge Pinchington Lane Greenham Thatcham RG19 8SR

    Received 9 Jun 2026
  18. Decided26/01237/HOUSE

    Rear roof change, garage conversion and alterations

    14 Sidestrand Road Newbury RG14 6HP

    Received 9 Jun 2026
  19. Decided26/01240/PACOU

    Application to determine if prior approval is required for a proposed: Change of use of the second floor only from ancillary retail space (Class E) to form 1 apartment.

    125 High Street Hungerford RG17 0DL

    Received 9 Jun 2026
  20. Decided26/01241/TPW

    T15 and T16 - Chestnut and Sycamore: Crown redcuce the canopy of both trees by 30% leaving as one canopy. Leaving the height of both trees no lower than 15 metres and the radius of the trees no less than 4 metres.

    Rennie Court Old College Road Newbury RG14 1TJ

    Received 4 Jun 2026
  21. Decided26/01242/TPC

    T003 - Not tagged - Mixed species group. Sever ivy on sycamore trees in area. T004 - Tag 1031 - Sycamore. Reduce end weight by 50% through selective reduction of lower secondary branches, sever ivy during operations. High sided vehicles strikesT005 - Tag 1032 - Sycamore, Remove major deadwood - potential damaged to windows if failsT006 - Not tagged - Mixed species group. Sever ivy at baseT007 - Tag 0013 - Ash. Remove major deadwood - damage to building if failsT009 - Tag 1034 - Elder. Coppice to 1m. Collapsing structure.T011 - Tag 1035 - Mixed species group. Fell as close to ground level as possible. Standing dead elms in group.T010 - Tag 0010 - Lime. Pollard to previous pruning points. Maintain shape and sizeT012 - Tag 1036 - Mixed species group. Fell as close to ground level as possible. Ash dieback infection level 3T001 - Tag 1029 - Mixed species group & T002 - Tag 1030 - Lawson cypress. Fell as close to ground level as possible. Apply systemic herbicide to stump to prevent re-growth. Tree dead and loose in ground.T008 - Tag 1033 - Goat willow. Fell as close to ground level as possible. Apply systemic herbicide to stump to prevent re-growth. Self set tree too close to building, may cause structural damageT1 - Oak (Next to T11 by Fitness Centre) Remove major dead and diseased wood, 25mm in diameter and over. Remove to prevent droppage on pedestrians.

    Trinity School Love Lane Shaw Newbury RG14 2DU

    Received 9 Jun 2026
  22. Decided26/01243/ADV

    Sign 1: Illuminated 6m Omoda totem

    127 London Road Newbury RG14 2BX

    Received 9 Jun 2026
  23. Decided26/01244/TPW

    Completion to front area to T5 as per Tree ScheduleRemove one lower decayed limb from Oak Tree and remove deadwood overhanging access road, photos and marked up on site plan(Ref T1)Dismantle and fell 3 Hornbeam trees to rear boundary, photos and marked up on site plan. (Ref: 1,2,3)Remove two lower branches from Pine tree to rear boundary over hanging (Ref: 4)

    Tudor House Tydehams Newbury RG14 6JT

    Received 9 Jun 2026
  24. Decided26/01245/COND

    Application for Approval of Details Reserved by Condition 5 (Archaeology) of planning permission 25/02152/FUL

    Church Of St Mary Church Gate Thatcham

    Received 9 Jun 2026

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