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Reading planning applications
3,230 applications. 87% approved. 56 days to decide.
As of September 2026, PlanIndex holds 3,230 planning applications from Reading. 1,189 were decided in the trailing 12 months, with 87% of clear-cut outcomes approved.
Reading takes a median of 56 days to decide a planning application, ranking 79 of 148 UK councils. See how that compares.
All applications
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PL/26/1211 Awaiting decision
101 ST MICHAELS ROAD, TILEHURST, READING, RG30 4RY
Side facing dormer to serve existing 1st floor level.
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PL/26/1213 Awaiting decision
APEX PLAZA, FORBURY ROAD, READING
Proposed works to several trees
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PL/26/1214 Awaiting decision
ABBEYFIELD HOUSE, 11 MAITLAND ROAD, READING, RG1 6NL
T1: Walnut - To reduce by 4 metres the lime extending to the North East T2: Pear - To reduce all round by 2 metres back to previous reduction points T6: Crab Apple - To reduce all round by 1-2. T8: Dogwood - To reduce all round by 1-2 metres
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PL/26/1212 Awaiting decision
57 WOODCOTE ROAD, CAVERSHAM, READING, RG4 7EX
Beech, Fagus Sylvatica Prune small lower branches overhanging into one neighbour's garden TPO number 127/07
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PL/26/1207 Awaiting decision
8 GRASS HILL, CAVERSHAM, READING, RG4 7TJ
Retrospective application for a Carport
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PL/26/1202 Awaiting decision
21 BROAD STREET, READING, RG1 2BH
1no. Illuminated fascia & 1no. illuminated projection sign
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PL/26/1197 Awaiting decision
REGENTS GATE, 25-41 CROWN STREET, READING, RG1 2PQ
Change of use of 3rd Floor from Class E (offices) to C3 (dwelling houses) to comprise 2 x 2-bed flats. Prior Notification under Class MA, Part 3 of Schedule 2 of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) Order 2015.
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PL/26/1198 Awaiting decision
10 RIDGE HALL CLOSE, CAVERSHAM, READING, RG4 7EP
Fell 2 Ash trees
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PL/26/1199 Awaiting decision
69 BRIXHAM ROAD, READING, RG2 7RB
Proposed replacement single storey rear extension following demolition of existing
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PL/26/1195 Awaiting decision
READING CROWN COURT, THE FORBURY, READING, RG1 3EH
Application for Approval of Details Reserved by Condition 3 (Material details) of application PL/26/0397
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PL/26/1193 Awaiting decision
3 ALANDALE CLOSE, READING, RG2 8JP
Proposed two storey side extension. [Application for Removal or Variation of a Conditions 2 (Change to site plan) and 5 (Remove) following Grant of Planning Permission PL/26/0604]
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PL/26/1191 Awaiting decision
11 PRIORY AVENUE, CAVERSHAM, READING, RG4 7SE
Proposed single storey rear/side extension with flat roof.
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PL/26/1192 Awaiting decision
CAVERSHAM PLACE, RICHFIELD AVENUE, READING
Proposed works to various trees
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PL/26/1188 Awaiting decision
12 BUCKLAND ROAD, READING, RG2 7SN
Rear extension measuring 6.0m in depth, with a maximum height of 3.0m, and 2.9m in height to eaves level. Notification of the construction of an extension under class A Part 1 of Schedule 2 of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (England) Order 2015.
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PL/26/1185 Awaiting decision
KIRTONS FARM ROAD, PINGEWOOD, RG30 3UH
Request for observations by Reading Borough Council on Wokingham Borough Council application (WBC Ref 262054) for the proposed removal of previously imported soils currently stored on part of the Site, including required enabling works and vegetation clearance, followed by the restoration and reprofiling of the land to its original level using only indigenous material placed elsewhere on the Site.
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PL/26/1187 Awaiting decision
31 ST SAVIOURS ROAD, READING, RG1 6EJ
Single storey rear extension
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PL/26/1181 Awaiting decision
29 ST ANNES ROAD, CAVERSHAM, READING, RG4 7PA
Application for a Non-Material Amendment Following a Grant of Planning Permission PL/24/0420 - Perimeter parapet wall forming single storey rear and side extension to be raised in height, reduction in width and changes to number and positioning of windows
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PL/26/1183 Awaiting decision
128 ST PETERS AVENUE, CAVERSHAM, READING, RG4 7DR
Single storey rear extension & new front infill porch
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PL/26/1178 Awaiting decision
65 EASTERN AVENUE, READING, RG1 5SQ
Application for Approval of Details Reserved by Condition 3 (Materials Schedule) of application PL/26/0501
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PL/26/1180 Awaiting decision
1 WINTON ROAD, READING, RG2 8HH
Proposed double storey side extension with modification of roof from hip to gable and insertion of 3 roof lights in the front roof slope.
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PL/26/1179 Awaiting decision
3 NEW HOPE TERRACE, NEWPORT ROAD, READING, RG1 8FG
Ancillary use of 1 room of house as tattoo parlour
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PL/26/1177 Awaiting decision
THAMES VALLEY SERVICE STATION, GEORGE STREET, CAVERSHAM, READING, RG4 8DH
Provision of Valeting Facility to include Three Jet Wash Bays, Two Service Bays and Associated Works
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PL/26/1176 Awaiting decision
READING CENTRAL LIBRARY, ABBEY SQUARE, READING, RG1 3BQ
Application for Approval of Details Reserved by Condition 5 (Decorative Artwork Proposal for Timber Hoarding) of application PL/26/0785
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PL/26/1175 Awaiting decision
37 SEND ROAD, CAVERSHAM, READING, RG4 8EH
Oak(T1) 187/06 Remove epicormic branches underneath large branches Deadwood oak tree -Reduce canopy by 5m +/-1m and lateral spread by an average of 3m as recommended in a tree survey completed in June 2024
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PL/26/1173 Awaiting decision
KNIGHTON CLOSE, CAVERSHAM, READING
It is recommended that the Beech tree is subject to a targeted crown reduction focussed on the north, north west and north east low to mid crown. The reduction will remove approximately 4 metres of secondary limb growth.
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PL/26/1171 Awaiting decision
31 BENYON COURT, READING, RG1 6HR
Monkey puzzle tree (T1) - Whole crown reduction to within 3 meters radius of the tree to reduce the potential of property damage.
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PL/26/1174 Awaiting decision
41 KIDMORE END ROAD, EMMER GREEN, READING, RG4 8SN
T1 (cedar): Reshape crown of tree by shortening significantly extended limbs back in line with crown average to try and mitigate risk of further limb failure.
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PL/26/1160 Decided
Units 2 and 6, Reading Retail Park, Reading, RG30 1PR
Application for Approval of Details Reserved by Condition 15 (BREEAM Certificate) of application PL/22/1110
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PL/26/1164 Awaiting decision
THE RIDGEWAY SCHOOL, HILLBROW, READING, RG2 8JD
Extensions to existing buildings and rooftop safety railings
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PL/26/1161 Awaiting decision
TESCO EXTRA, NAPIER ROAD, READING, RG1 8DF
Team to laterally reduce by up to 2m branches of mixed species that are encroaching on street lights in carpark up to a height of 5m (G1 - Ash, Maple and Lime)
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PL/26/1163 Awaiting decision
151 PEPPARD ROAD, EMMER GREEN, READING, RG4 8TR
Erection of a Pergola in the rear garden.
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PL/26/1159 Awaiting decision
8 WINCROFT ROAD, CAVERSHAM, READING, RG4 7HH
Proposed garden room
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PL/26/1156 Awaiting decision
INDIGO APARTMENTS, 45 CROWN STREET, READING
External remediation works to Indigo Apartments
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PL/26/1152 Awaiting decision
173 SOUTHAMPTON STREET, READING, RG1 2QZ
Application for a Non-Material Amendment Following a Grant of Planning Permission PL/24/1422 - Window fenestration update to reflect on site construction, existing signage panel above ground floor retained and brick header painted grey to match existing to ground floor facade.
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PL/26/1148 Awaiting decision
2 THE GROVE, READING, RG1 4RB
Proposed change of use of existing extended dwelling user class C3 for use as a Large HMO of 7 bedrooms for 7 persons Sui Generis use class
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PL/26/1149 Awaiting decision
74 SCHOOL ROAD, TILEHURST, READING, RG31 5AW
Retrospective application for the subdivision of the existing ground floor commercial premises to form two separate Class E commercial units and creation of a new shopfront.
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PL/26/1154 Awaiting decision
25 ROSE KILN LANE, READING, RG2 0JZ
Various works to various trees
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PL/26/1128 Awaiting decision
62 DUNSTALL CLOSE, TILEHURST, READING, RG31 5AY
Outbuilding and garage conversion
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PL/26/1129 Awaiting decision
194 UPPER WOODCOTE ROAD, CAVERSHAM, READING, RG4 7JU
Branch pruning and crown lifting to Two trees: T6 (Pine) and T7 (Monteray Pine)
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PL/26/1133 Awaiting decision
86 LONDON STREET, READING, RG1 4SJ
Installation of En-suite Shower Rooms/WCs to First and Second Floor Front and Rear Bedrooms, Including Mechanical Ventilation and Drainage Works, and the Erection of a Detached Timber Outbuilding at rear garden
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PL/26/1132 Awaiting decision
86 LONDON STREET, READING, RG1 4SJ
Installation of En-suite Shower Rooms/WCs to First and Second Floor Front and Rear Bedrooms, Including Mechanical Ventilation and Drainage Works, and the Erection of a Detached Timber Outbuilding at rear garden
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PL/26/1130 Awaiting decision
19 KENTWOOD CLOSE, TILEHURST, READING, RG30 6DH
Proposed conversion of existing Garage to habitable space.
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PL/26/1134 Awaiting decision
8 STANHOPE ROAD, READING, RG2 7HL
Demolition of existing garage, side and rear lean-to extensions and attached outside toilet and erection of single story side and rear extension.
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PL/26/1125 Awaiting decision
5-6 FRIAR STREET, READING, RG1 1DB
Change of use of basement and ground floors from bar/nightclub (Sui Generis) to off-licence/retail use (Class E(a)).
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PL/26/1126 Awaiting decision
HIGH RIDGE, UPPER WARREN AVENUE, CAVERSHAM, READING, RG4 7ED
Application for Approval of Details Reserved by Conditions 7 (Hard and Soft Landscaping) and 16 (CEMP) of application PL/21/1916
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PL/26/1121 Awaiting decision
138-141, 142-143 & 144 Friar Street, Reading, RG1 1EX
Phased redevelopment of the site involving the demolition of No’s 138-141 & 142-143 Friar Street, partial demolition of No. 144 Friar Street and erection of a basement, 6-storey and rooftop plant building for purpose-built shared living accommodation (co-living) (Sui Generis), together with the partial retention of No. 144 Friar Street for flexible Class E(a)-E(e) uses.
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PL/26/1122 Awaiting decision
FIRST FLOOR, 346-348 OXFORD ROAD, READING, RG30 1AQ
Conversion of first floor office and vacant rooms to self contained apartment and internal alterations to existing first floor flat to create relocated bathroom.
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PL/26/1123 Awaiting decision
66 ERLEIGH ROAD, READING, RG1 5NH
Change of Use from a 6 bedroom HMO into a 8 bedroom HMO together with Single-Storey Rear Extension and Associated Cycle Storage
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PL/26/1120 Awaiting decision
53C MOUNT PLEASANT, READING, RG1 2TF
2.48m single storey Rear extension
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PL/26/1113 Awaiting decision
29 CONISBORO AVENUE, CAVERSHAM, READING, RG4 7JE
1 X Cedar - Remove 1 branch
Recent decisions
Data to September 2026
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PL/25/0915 Granted
BAILIFFS COTTAGE, THE BROOKMILL, READING, RG1 6DD
T1 - Copper Beech - Thin crown by 10%, removing rubbing / weak crossing branches. Crown lift to approximately 3.5m by pruning tip ends only Prune limbs towards house by 1.5m.
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PL/25/1570 Decided
HALL FARM, CHURCH LANE, ARBORFIELD, RG2 9HX (Loddon Garden Village)
Hybrid planning application 252498 (part in full, part in outline) comprising outline application for: up to 2,800 residential units to include up to 100 custom and selfbuild plots; 2 primary schools (up to 3 forms of entry) to include early years provision and 1 secondary school (up to 12 forms of entry); one District Centre, to incorporate up to 11,000m2 of Class E (Commercial, Business and Service, to include a food store of around 2,500m2), and Class F (Local Community and Learning); one Local Centre, to incorporate up to 2,400m2 of Class E; a Sports Hub to include sports pitches and pavilion space; up to 4,250m2 of further Class E, Class F, and sui generis development to include commercial, health care and public house; associated green infrastructure, landscaping, public open space, play areas, and ecological enhancement measures; 20 gypsy and traveller pitches; drainage and flood alleviation measures to include Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems (SUDS) and engineering measures within Loddon Valley for the River Loddon; associated highway / transport / supporting infrastructure including spine road, pedestrian and cycle connections; associated utilities, infrastructure, and engineering works, including the undergrounding of overhead lines and an electricity substation; up to 0.5ha of land adjoining St Bartholomew’s Church for use as cemetery. All matters reserved other than access, incorporating: access to highways, incorporating: a new pedestrian, cycle and vehicular access to Lower Earley Way via a new 4th arm to the Meldreth Way roundabout; a new pedestrian, cycle and vehicular bridge over the M4; a new pedestrian, cycle and vehicular bridge over the River Loddon; a new vehicular access to the A327 Reading Road, via a new arm to the Observer Way roundabout; a new pedestrian, cycle and vehicular access to Thames Valley Science Park; Phase 1 of internal roads including pedestrian / cycle routes, associated infrastructure, drainage and landscaping.
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PL/25/1651 Decided
Land North of Mole Road and Church Lane, Newlands Farm, RG2 9JD
Outline planning application with all matters reserved other than principal access from Mole Road, for up to 430 dwellings, associated infrastructure to include a connection through to the proposed Spine Road, ref. 252498, new pedestrian cycle link connecting Byway ARB03 Carter’s Hill Lane and Byway ARB08 Ellis’s Hill, associated landscaping to include formal and informal public open space, biodiversity enhancements and associated utilities, infrastructure, and engineering works.
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PL/25/1695 Granted
164-166 CAVERSHAM ROAD, READING, RG1 8AZ
Change of use of the property (Use Class C1) to create 1 no. 14 bedroom, 14 person House in Multiple Occupation (Use Class Sui Generis) and erection of bin stores and formalisation of rear parking and amenity space (amended)
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PL/26/0285 Granted
102 BROAD STREET, READING, RG1 2AX
To install a new ventilation system.
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PL/26/0879 Granted
MOORINGS, UPPER WARREN AVENUE, CAVERSHAM, READING, RG4 7EJ
Proposed s73a variation of conditions 2 (Approved plans), 5 (Gate and Piers), 11 (Biodiversity Enhancements), 12 (Vehicle Parking), 13 (Vehicle Access), 14 (Bin Stores) and 19 (Garden Outbuilding) of planning permission ref. PL/25/1100 (Replacement dwelling and garage outbuilding, alterations to driveway, replacement entrance gate and boundary wall along with new outbuilding in rear garden). Proposed additional rear dormer and window, changes to single storey roof design, additional ground floor window to west elevation, additional rooflights and solar panels to the east and west roof slopes, additional solar panels to flat roof of outbuilding, addition of solar battery and inverter to east elevation of house and relocation of entrance gates and piers to avoid root protection areas of trees
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PL/26/1042 Granted
117 CUMBERLAND ROAD, READING, RG1 3JY
Rear extension measuring 6.0m in depth, with a maximum height of 3.0m, and 3.0m in height to eaves level. Notification of the construction of an extension under class A Part 1 of Schedule 2 of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (England) Order 2015.
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PL/26/1031 Granted
89 ELM PARK ROAD, READING, RG30 2TP
Rear extensions measuring 4.51m and 5.25m in depth, with a maximum height of 2.95m, and 2.95m in height to eaves level. Notification of the construction of an extension under class A Part 1 of Schedule 2 of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (England) Order 2015. (amended)
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PL/25/0697 Granted
Former Gas Holder site, Alexander Turner Close, Reading, RG1 3EA
Demolition of existing buildings and Gas Holder and the erection of new buildings ranging between 2 and 9 storeys in height, providing 130 residential units (Class C3) with associated access, car parking, landscaping and open space without complying with conditions 2 (approved plans), 11 (noise mitigation), 12 (ventilation strategy), 26 (SuDS) and 35 (vehicle parking) of planning permission ref. PL/19/0627 for changes to design, layout, unit mix, vehicle parking, refuse storage, landscaping, noise mitigation and ventilation strategy and energy strategy
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PL/26/0349 Refused
Land adjacent Tilehurst Railway Station, Oxford Road, Tilehurst, Reading, RG31 6TH
3 storey, 2-bed dwelling house (self-build) including formation of an access to Oxford Road (A329), driveway, landscaping, and associated works
The full record
Decisions between 2000 and 2026
PlanIndex holds 2,804 decisions from Reading between 2000 and 2026, part of 3,230 applications on record. Over that period 89% of clear-cut outcomes were approvals, 1,960 granted against 245 refused. The busiest single year was 2026, with 957 applications recorded.
The trailing-year figures above track current activity. This record reaches back further, so a decision here may predate the online portal; each application still has its own page with the source link.
From the archive
Earliest records shown in full
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PL/00/0532 Granted
108 Bath Road Reading RG30 2EU
Proposed installation of automatic telling machine to facade of existing shop
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PL/00/1227 Granted
201 Surley Row Emmer Green Reading RG4 8QD
Single Storey Rear Extension, 2 Storey Front Extension and First FloorFront Extension
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991382 Granted
79 Silver Street Reading RG1 2SU
Illuminated sign above shop front
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PL/00/1382 Granted
79 Silver Street Reading RG1 2SU
Illuminated sign above shop front
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PL/00/0051 Granted
14 Cedar Road Reading RG2 7ER
Single storey rear extension
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PL/00/0052 Granted
123 Broad Street Reading RG1 2BD
Installation of one fascia sign and one projecting sign.
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021001 Granted
79 Silver Street Reading RG1 2SU
Installation of telecommunications equipment comprising 3 cabinets enclosed by brick-effect cladding, 3 beam and 1 dish antennae on roof of building
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PL/02/1001 Granted
79 Silver Street Reading RG1 2SU
Installation of telecommunications equipment comprising 3 cabinets enclosed by brick-effect cladding, 3 beam and 1 dish antennae on roof of building
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031232 Refused
79 Silver Street Reading RG1 2SU
On roof of building, erection of telecommunications base station, including 6 rooftop pole-mounted antennae, 2 pole-mounted link dishes, andequipment cabinets surrounded by brick-effect screen.
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PL/03/1232 Granted
79 Silver Street Reading RG1 2SU
On roof of building, erection of telecommunications base station, including 6 rooftop pole-mounted antennae, 2 pole-mounted link dishes, andequipment cabinets surrounded by brick-effect screen.
Decision speed
12 months to September 2026, where both dates are published
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Within 8 weeks the statutory target for most applications 606 51%
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8 to 13 weeks the target band for major development 310 26%
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Over 13 weeks often extended by agreement 273 23%
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Applications by ward in Reading
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Common questions
How many planning applications does Reading decide?
In the 12 months to September 2026, Reading decided 1189 planning applications. 87% of clear-cut outcomes were approvals.
How long does a planning decision take in Reading?
The median time from a planning application being received to a decision was 56 days over the 12 months to September 2026. Individual cases vary with complexity and consultation responses.
How many Reading decisions arrive within the eight week target?
Of the 1189 decisions in the 12 months to September 2026 where both dates are published, 51% came within eight weeks of the application being received, and 77% within thirteen weeks.
How many planning applications has Reading decided in total?
PlanIndex holds 2804 decisions from Reading between 2000 and 2026, out of 3,230 applications on record. Across that whole period 89% of clear-cut outcomes were approvals.
When is planning activity busiest in Reading?
March 2026 was the busiest month across the 12 months to September 2026, with 139 applications recorded. The monthly pattern is listed on this page.
How do I find a planning application by its reference number?
Every application indexed here has its own page at a stable address. Look the reference up in a search engine together with the council name, or browse the latest applications below. Each page shows the description, address, dates and decision as the council published them.
Where can I see the full documents for an application?
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Reading: 3,230 planning applications on record as of September 2026. Trailing 12 months: 1,189 decided, 87% approved, median 56 days to a decision. 1,427 new applications received in the same period. Decisions on record run between 2000 and 2026: 2,804 in total, 89% approved. Source: PlanIndex, planindex.co.uk.