Planning application
253066
China Cottage 16 Longwater Lane Finchampstead RG40 4NR
Proposal
Householder application for the proposed erection of a front canopy, single storey side/rear extension following demolition of existing conservatory, first floor rear extension and changes to fenestration.
As published by the council, reference 253066
Timeline
Dates from the published record
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16 Dec 2025
Received by Wokingham
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12 Feb 2026
Validated
Checked as complete and ready for consideration.
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26 Jun 2026
Decision issued: Approve
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25 Jul 2026
Added to PlanIndex
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