Search Mortimer planning applications
12 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Mortimer · updated daily · West Berkshire Council
- 12 Loves Wood Mortimer Common Reading RG7 2JXAwaiting decisionT1, 2 - Oaks: Close to from of the house. Remove major deadwood, reduce lateral growth growing towards the house by 1-2m to suitable growth points to manage encroachment to the house T3 - Oak: remove major deadwood and carry out radial lateral prune of 1-2m on the west side of the tree T4 - Oak: In corner of garden. Remove epicormic growth off the stem to 4-5m remove any major deadwood and carry out lateral reductio of 1-2m on the west side of the canopy to manage garden encroachment T5 - Oak: close to the Yew tree. Tree has historical limb failure, remove major deadwood and rebalance canopy on the west side of the canopy by 1-2m to suitable growth points T6 - Oak: behind the garage. Remove major deadwood T7 - Oak: close to the back of the property and the neighbours. Reduce the west side of the canopy by 1-2m to manage encroachment and risk branch drop. No wounds on any of the trees to exceed 75-100mm.Received 26 Oct 202626/02347/TPW
- 69 The Avenue Mortimer Common Reading RG7 3QUAwaiting decisionA house holders planning application for the removal of a garage and replacement with a single storey side extension. Additional first floor story level, including feature glazed gable end and dormer windows. Hip gable roof reconfigured to a gable end. Section 73 application to vary condition 2 (approved plans) of Planning Permission 24/02162/HOUSE.Received 14 Oct 202626/02224/HOUSE
- 54 The Avenue Mortimer Common Reading RG7 3QXAwaiting decisionT2 - Oak tree needs to be removed as it has appeared diseased or unable to get water throughout the summer. We have consulted two tree surgeons and both said it had unfortunately died and should be taken down.Received 13 Oct 202626/02219/TPW
- Stables At Simms Farm Simms Lane Mortimer Common Reading Hampshire RG7 2JPAwaiting decisionCertificate of Lawfulness for the proposed use of Class C3 dwellinghouse as children's home.Cert of Lawful dev't -proposed operationReceived 6 Oct 202626/02080/LDPO
- 36 Windmill Road Mortimer Common Reading RG7 3RNAwaiting decisionDemolish existing pitched roof garage, which is a very old permanent wood framed structure & replace it with a new brick build garage. Garage will be built in same location to the same dimensions.Received 30 Sep 202626/01878/HOUSE
Planning in Mortimer
- Approved
- 71%
- 20 of 24 decided
- Decision time
- about 8 weeks
- on average
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Mortimer in the last 24 months, from West Berkshire Council's planning register.
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About Mortimer
Mortimer, located in the civil parish of Stratfield Mortimer in Berkshire, is a village within the West Berkshire local government district. Situated seven miles south-west of Reading, Mortimer offers a blend of rural charm and accessibility, making it a relevant area for those researching planning applications and developments in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 3,807. It sits within the Stratfield Mortimer district.
There are currently no active flood warnings for the Mortimer area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.
In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Mortimer a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Mortimer has 10 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Mortimer planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.
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In the last 24 months, 63 planning applications were submitted near Mortimer. Of these, 71% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.
The most common types were outline applications (7), full planning applications (6), discharge of conditions (5). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.