How long do planning decisions take near Rotten Row?

The average planning decision time near Rotten Row is 51 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate near Rotten Row?

The planning approval rate near Rotten Row is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Rotten Row?

The most common type of planning application near Rotten Row is tree works applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Rotten Row?

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Rotten Row, Berkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Rotten Row, Berkshire.

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Planning applications in Rotten Row are administered by West Berkshire Council. View the full West Berkshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Rotten Row

Rotten Row, a historic track spanning 1,384 metres along the south side of Hyde Park in London, connects Hyde Park Corner to Serpentine Road. Once a fashionable equestrian route for the upper-class in the 18th and 19th centuries, it is now primarily maintained for horseback riding, though its use for this purpose has declined in recent years. This unique location may be of interest to those exploring planning applications related to leisure and recreational developments in urban areas.

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Area Information

Admin district: West Berkshire
Parliamentary constituency: Reading West and Mid Berkshire
LSOA: West Berkshire 015D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Rotten Row.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Rotten Row.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Rotten Row based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Rotten Row.

- The Firs Tutts Clump Reading RG7 6JU
Application for approval of details reserved by condition 5 (Arboricultural watching brief) of planning permission 25/01727/HOUSE
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: West Berkshire | Date: 2026-02-02
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- The Firs Tutts Clump Reading RG7 6JU
Detached garage
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Berkshire | Date: 2025-07-30
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A brief summary of Rotten Row in Berkshire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Rotten Row a particularly low-crime area.

Rotten Row has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Rotten Row includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): King's Copse SSSI; 13 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): North Wessex Downs. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Rotten Row

In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Rotten Row. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.

This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Rotten Row maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.

The average decision time of 51 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Rotten Row were tree works (5), full planning applications (4), discharge of conditions (3). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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