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213 in the last 90 days69 in the last 3029 in the last 1481% approveddecisions typically take 70 days

Source: Reading Borough Council planning register · updated daily

Showing 1 to 5 of 341 · received or decided in the last 90 days

8 BARRINGTON WAY, READING, RG1 6EG
Garage conversion to domestic use
PendingHouseholder planning permissionReceived 23 Oct 2026PL/26/1410
Tilehurst Water Tower, Park Lane, Tilehurst, Reading, Berkshire, RG31 4DU.
The installation of 1no. new power generator, 1no. new equipment cabinet and associated ancillary works thereto.
PendingPrior notification Part 16 Class A: Development by telecoms operatorsReceived 22 Oct 2026PL/26/1406
1 GRAVEL HILL COTTAGES, BLAGRAVE LANE, CAVERSHAM, READING, RG4 7DY
Two and single storey rear extension
PendingHouseholder planning permissionReceived 22 Oct 2026PL/26/1405
87 SOUTHAMPTON STREET, READING, RG1 2QU
Change of use of Ground Floor from Class E (offices) to C3 (dwelling houses) to comprise 1 flat. Prior Notification under Class MA, Part 3 of Schedule 2 of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) Order 2015.
PendingPrior approval Part 3 Class MA: Commercial, business and service uses to dwellinghousesReceived 21 Oct 2026PL/26/1402
120 KIDMORE ROAD, CAVERSHAM, READING, RG4 7NB
Erection of rear single and double storey extensions; Alterations on existing southeast pitched roof.
PendingHouseholder planning permissionReceived 21 Oct 2026PL/26/1401

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Frequently asked questions

How many planning applications has Reading Borough Council received?

Reading Borough Council received 1,074 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 81%.

How long does Reading Borough Council take to decide applications?

Reading Borough Council takes an average of 70 days to decide planning applications. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for householder and minor applications, and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate for Reading Borough Council?

Reading Borough Council approves 81% of planning applications, against 87% nationally.

How do I object to a planning application in Reading Borough Council?

Submit your representation to Reading Borough Council during the public consultation period, typically 21 days from when the application was publicised. Planning Signal shows the consultation deadline for each application and links directly to the Reading Borough Council planning portal.

Can I appeal a Reading Borough Council planning decision?

Yes. If Reading Borough Council refuses your application, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. 367 appeals were lodged against Reading Borough Council decisions in the last 24 months, with a 26% success rate.

Planning data sourced from Reading Borough Council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

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Track every planning application and planning permission decision in the Reading Borough Council area. View live status, browse proposals by postcode, and get free email alerts for new developments. Updated daily from the council planning portal.

Reading Borough Council serves as the local authority for Reading in Berkshire, England, with a history dating back to at least 1542. Having undergone several reforms over the centuries, the council has functioned as a unitary authority since 1998, combining the roles of both district and county council. This structure is essential for those researching planning applications in the area, as it centralizes decision-making and services. The council was established in | preceded_by =. The council is currently led by Liz Terry (Labour), who has held the position since 22 May 2024. Jackie Yates serves as Chief Executive since October 2022. The council comprises 48 councillors serving 4 years terms, with the most recent election held on 2 May 2024.

The council area encompasses 21 towns and villages, including Reading. Use the planning application search above to find proposals across these communities by postcode.

In the last 24 months, Reading Borough Council received 1,074 planning applications. Of these, 81% were approved, with an average decision time of 70 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (343), outline applications (141), discharge of conditions (141). 8 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

367 planning appeals were lodged against Reading Borough Council decisions, of which 84 were allowed and 244 were dismissed (26% success rate).

Residents and developers can search all planning permission and permitted development applications for Reading Borough Council above. To comment or object to a live application, visit the Reading Borough Council planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original submission for every application listed.