We only list items relevant to the areas encompassed by Sonning and Sonning Eye and ignore minor applications such as tree works etc. Full details of all planning applications are available on the relevant council's planning website and be accessed by clicking the title banner.
Applications which are dealt with by Wokingham Borough Council (WBC) have a blue banner; a green banner signifies those dealt with by South Oxfordshire District Council (SODC). Clicking on the thumbnail location map will open up a larger Google Maps window.
Anyone may support or object to a planning application by writing to the council or by completing the relevant online form. It should be noted that the council can only take into account what are termed "material considerations" when deciding on a planning application. These may include (but are not limited to):
- Adverse effect on the residential amenity of neighbours, including noise; disturbance; parking; overlooking; loss of privacy, overshadowing or loss of light etc.
- Unacceptable over-development of the site, especially loss of gardens or reductions in the open aspect of the neighbourhood
- Visual impact of the development
- Negative effect on the character of the neighbourhood, if it is over-bearing or out-of-scale compared to existing houses, especially if it is within a Conversation Area
- Negative effect on highway safety or the convenience of road users.
- Nature conservation
The following types of objections would not be considered relevant to the application process:
- The effect of the proposed development on the value of neighbouring properties
- Noise and disturbance during the execution of the works unless the work is carried out outside the times detailed in the planning approval “Conditions”
- Concerns about future development or the motives for the planning permission
If a member feels strongly about an application and would like the Society’s support, please contact one of our panel members or use the Contact Form (when it's available) to notify us.
Application No. 230556 Public consultation: 23 Mar - 15 AprCnslt: 23 Mar - 15 Apr
Full application for the proposed erection of 1 no. five bedroom dwelling following demolition of the existing dwelling.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 230556
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Application No. 230352 Public consultation: Ended 16 MarCnslt: Ended 16 Mar
Prior approval submission for proposed development by telecommunications code systems operators. 15m high slim line monopole, supporting 6 no. antennas, 1 no. wraparound equipment cabinet at the base of the monopole, 3 no. equipment and ancillary development.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 230352
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Application No. 230238 Public consultation: 15 Mar - 10 AprCnslt: 15 Mar - 10 Apr
Householder application for the proposed erection of a single storey rear extension and a first floor rear extension, addition of 3 no. dormer windows, a balcony and external staircase, a pitched roof over the existing garage, changes to fenestration and modifications to roof plus new front railings and gate and associated landscaping to facilitate conversion of Sonning House and Weavers Cottage into one single dwelling, following removal of the existing single storey side lobby, rear bay window and front boundary wall; installation of a swimming pool and erection of an associated pool house.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 230238
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Application No. 230431 Public consultation: ended 14 MarCnslt: ended 14 Mar
Full application for the proposed erection of no. 2 ANPR cameras.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 230431
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Application No. 230621 Public consultation: 14 Mar - 04 AprCnslt: 14 Mar - 04 Apr
Householder application for the proposed single storey rear extension.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 230621
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Application No. 223593 Public consultation: - 20 JanCnslt: - 20 Jan
Full application for the change of use from Agricultral land to the use of sports pitches (including associated works such as the installation of rugby goalposts, ball stop fencing and parking), including the creation of a new access road from the A4 New Bath Road.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 223593
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Application No. 223458 Public consultation: - 03 JanCnslt: - 03 Jan
Outline planning permission for the proposed erection of up to 54 no. dwellings with public open space and revised access off Duffield Road, plus associated improvements to Sonning Golf Club including reconfigured and extended golf club car parking areas and relocation of the 18th green, addition of an extended practice putting green, new driving nets, new short game chipping area and conversion of the west wing of the existing clubhouse to accommodate a new golf simulator practice facility, including removal of external staircase and changes to fenestration. (All matters reserved except for access.)
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More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 223458
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Application No. 210973 Public consultation: 19 Apr - 11 MayCnslt: 19 Apr - 11 May
Householder application for the proposed erection of a single storey rear extension following demolition of existing conservatory, plus the insertion of 2 no. rooflights.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 210973
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Please note that we use GoogleMaps to identify the property concerned so, especialy in the case of new builds, the map pin may not indicate the precise location.
We only list items relevant to the areas encompassed by Sonning and Sonning Eye and ignore minor applications such as tree works etc. Full detals of all planning applications are available on the relevant council's planning website.
Applications which are dealt with by Wokingham Borough Council (WBC) have a blue banner; a green banner signifies those dealt with by South Oxfordshire District Council (SODC). Clicking on the thumbnail location map will open up a larger Google Maps window.
Application No. 223824 PASSED on 14 Mar 2023
Full application for the proposed creation of 3G artificial grass pitch (AGP) with perimeter fencing, hardstanding areas, storage container, floodlights, landscape bund and access pathway..
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 223824
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Application No. 230085 PASSED on 10 Mar 2023
Householder application for the proposed erection of a pergola to the rear of the dwelling, following demolition of existing gazebo and shed.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 230085
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Application No. 214173 REFUSED on 30 Jun 2022
Full application for the proposed development of a specialist dementia residential care home (Use Class C2) with the creation of new pedestrian, cycle and vehicular access, plus landscaping and associated works.
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More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 214173
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Application No. 220133 REFUSED on 25 May 2022
Outline application for the proposed erection of a 4 storey 70 Bedroom care home with associated parking and servicing following demolition of the existing 2No dwellings and out buildings ( Access, scale, Layout and Design to be considered).
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More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 220133
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Application No. P21/S1298/FUL PASSED on 7 Jan 2022
Replacement of existing rehearsal/accommodation building to form two dwellings.
More information can be found on the SODC planning portal: Application No. P21/S1298/FUL
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Application No. 210693 PASSED on 17 Aug 2021
Application to vary condition 13 of planning consent 170118 for the Application to vary condition 13 of planning consent F/2010/1641 for the Proposed erection of a two storey classroom block, construction of an internal access road (part temporary part permanent) and erection of two temporary buildings containing 4 classrooms. Demolition of existing 3 classroom buildings known as (Dunster Gaines Cooper & Lesser) to allow for up to 825 pupils to be enrolled at the school. Condition 13 refers to pupils enrolled at the school and the variation is to allow for up to 1,100 pupils to be enrolled at the school.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 210693
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Application No. 210694 PASSED on 17 Aug 2021
Full application for the proposed extension of existing Berkshire County Sports Club car park adjacent to Sonning Lane with associated erection of new floodlighting.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 210694
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Application No. 210826 PASSED on 12 Aug 2021
Full application for the proposed erection of 1no. detached dwelling with associated garaging, following demolition of existing dwelling and outbuildings.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 210826
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Application No. 210287 PASSED on 3 Aug 2021
Householder application for the proposed erection of a part single part two storey side extension.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 210287
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Application No. 210018 REFUSED on 2 Aug 2021
Outline planning application, with matters reserved in respect of Appearance, for demolition of the existing clubhouse and the erection of a new residential-led scheme (c3 use to include affordable housing) and the provision of community infrastructure at reading golf club.
Details are available on Reading Borough Council's website: Reading Golf Club Application
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 210018
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Application No. 201833 PASSED on 29 Jul 2021
Outline application with Appearance and landscaping reserved for the proposed 57 dwellings suitable for older persons accommodation (Use Class C3) with consideration of means of access, layout and scale to be determined. Following demolition of existing dwellings.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 201833
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Application No. 211077 REFUSED on 26 Jul 2021
Full application for the proposed single storey side extension to existing dwelling to form garage, following demolition of existing annexe, carport and garage, demolition of existing detached garage, plus the erection of one 5no. bedroom dwelling and garage to the rear of the existing property, and new access.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 211077
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Application No. 211078 REFUSED on 26 Jul 2021
Full application for the demolition of existing dwelling and erection of 2no. 5 bedroom detached dwellings.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 211078
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Application No. P21/S1724/HH PASSED on 9 Jul 2021
Application for the proposed erection of a single storey garage extension.
More information can be found on the SODC planning portal: Application No. P21/S1724/HH
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Application No. 210378 PASSED on 10 Jun 2021
Full application for proposed alterations to external areas to provide improved landscaping, outdoor gym, amenity and presentation areas, plus erection of refuse store and reconfiguration of car parking
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 210378
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Application No. 211280 PASSED on 28 May 2021
Householder application for the proposed erection of a single storey side/ front infill extension.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 211280
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Application No. 211022 PASSED on 27 May 2021
Householder application for the proposed erection of a part single/part two storey rear extension, alterations to existing rear pitched roof and changes to fenestration to facilitate the creation of a first floor balcony, plus the insertion of 1 no. rooflight.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 211022
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Application No. 211297 PASSED on 27 May 2021
Application for a certificate of lawfulness for the proposed erection of an outbuilding to the rear of existing dwelling.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 211297
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Application No. 210115 PASSED on 12 May 2021
Full planning application for the proposed erection of a 1no. two storey dwelling, with basement and triple garage following demolition of existing dwelling.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 210115
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Application No. 210919 PASSED on 12 May 2021
Application to vary condition 2 of planning consent 191205 for the Full planning application for the replacement dwelling with integral garage following demolition of existing dwelling, garage and outbuildings. Condition 2 refers to Approved details and the variation is to substitute the approved plans.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 210919
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Application No. 211251 PASSED on 12 May 2021
Householder application for the proposed erection of a single storey rear extension with 1 no. roof light following the demolition of existing conservatory.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 211251
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Application No. 210925 PASSED on 11 May 2021
Householder application for the proposed erection of a single storey side and rear extension to existing dwelling following demolition of existing side and rear conservatories, plus erection of first floor balcony to rear and changes to fenestration.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 210925
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Application No. P21/S0326/LDP REFUSED on 23 Mar 2021
Convert the integral garage into a store room. To remove the two up and over garage access doors and construct a brick, timber and glass facade.
More information can be found on the SODC planning portal: Application No. P21/S0326/LDP
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Application No. 210379 PASSED on 22 Mar 2021
Householder application for the proposed erection of a single storey front extension to form porch
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 210379
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Application No. 210270 PASSED on 16 Mar 2021
Householder application for the proposed erection of 2 single storey rear extensions, plus the erection of basement floor with changes to fenestration.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 210270
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Application No. 203293 PASSED on 10 Mar 2021
Householder application for the proposed erection of a single storey outbuilding to form a swimming pool enclosure with decking to replace the existing retractable glass enclosure, plus a single storey plant room following the removal of existing shed.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 203293
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Application No. 203485 PASSED on 8 Mar 2021
Householder application for the proposed replacement of existing asbestos sheet roof with plain tiles to match the house.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 203485
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Application No. 210053 PASSED on 16 Feb 2021
Full application for the proposed upgrade to existing EE and H3G LTE equipment (site share) consisting of 35 metre CF31 MBNL Tower on 7.8 metre concrete base, plus associated works.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 210053
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Application No. 203498 PASSED on 1 Feb 2021
Full application for the proposed erection of a replacement front entrance canopy and reconfiguration of basement.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 203498
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Application No. 202943 PASSED on 18 Dec 2020
Application for advertisement consent erection of replacement existing signage with 5No non illuminated signs to include 1No Fascia sign (NO1), 2No directional signs(NO2&4)and 2No Post signs (NO3&5)as per the proposed plans.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 202943
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Application No. 202998 PASSED on 14 Dec 2020
Householder application for the proposed erection of a single storey side extension to existing garage.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 202998
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Application No. 202620 PASSED on 25 Nov 2020
Householder application for proposed installation of pre-fabricated timber outbuilding to the rear garden of existing dwelling.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 202620
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Application No. 202337 PASSED on 23 Nov 2020
Householder application for the proposed erection of outbuilding (retrospective).
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 202337
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Application No. 202350 PASSED on 23 Nov 2020
Full planning application for the proposed extensions to existing stable to create a larger indoor menage and additional machinery store.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 202350
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Application No. 201924 PASSED on 27 Oct 2020
Application for Listed Building Consent for the proposed structural repairs to garden boundary wall.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 201924
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Application No. 202433 PASSED on 22 Oct 2020
Application to vary condition 2 of planning consent 200236 for the Householder application for the proposed erection of a single storey outbuilding, following demolition of existing garage. Condition 2 refers to Approved details and the variation is to allow minor alteration to the footprint profile whilst retaining the same ridge height.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 202433
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Application No. 201409 REFUSED on 5 Aug 2020
Full application for the erection of a single storey detatched dwelling to include 2No rooflights and 9No photovoltaic panels following the demolition of the existing buildings including sports club changing Facilities, club bar and external store.
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More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 201409
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Application No. 192312 PASSED on 17 Dec 2019
Full application for the proposed construction of an external swimming pool and ornamental pond to the rear of The Atrium, regrading of garden land at Pool Court, provision of external lighting to tennis court and amendments to approved landscaping schemes proposed in connection with applications 181850, 173369 (Pool Court) and 180857 (The Atrium)
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 192312
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Application No. 190693 PASSED on 26 Nov 2019
Full planning application for the proposed erection of a 1no. dwelling including landscaping
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 190693
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Application No. 192599 PASSED on 28 Oct 2019
Householder application for proposed erection of a single storey front extension including the insertion of 2no. roof lights
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 192599
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Application No. 192467 PASSED on 24 Oct 2019
Application to vary conditions 2, 3 and 6 of planning consent 170989 for the householder application for the proposed erection of a first floor front/ side extension, two storey rear/ side extension and a two storey rear extension to the existing dwelling. Conditions 2 and 6 refers to approved details to be substituted as follows: 01, 05B and 06 to allow a change from the insertion of 2no velux rooflights to the erection of 2no pitched roof side dormers at second floor level, and condition 3 relates to external materials to alter the tile hanging on the dormers to cedar cladding. Part retrospective.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 192467
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Application No. 191205 PASSED on 1 Oct 2019
Full planning application for the replacement dwelling with integral garage following demolition of existing dwelling, garage and outbuildings.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 191205
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Application No. 192182 WITHDRAWN on 19 Sep 2019
Full application for proposed erection of one 5no. bedroom dwelling with associated landscaping and car parking, following the demolition of existing dwelling.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 192182
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Application No. 191808 PASSED on 18 Sep 2019
Application to vary condition 2 of planning consent (180857) for the full planning application for the proposed erection of replacement dwelling house, with basement and detached double garage and store following demolition of existing dwelling and incorporation of a strip of curtilage land from Pool Court. Condition 2 refers to Approved details and the new plan proposes to include the use of flat roof as terrace with privacy screen, external staircase and additional sliding doors to orangery.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 191808
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Application No. 191283 PASSED on 9 Sep 2019
Householder Application for proposed erection of part single storey, part two storey side and rear extensions following demolition of existing outbuildings plus internal alterations to existing dwelling.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 191283
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Application No. 191555 PASSED on 19 Aug 2019
Application to vary condition 19 of planning consent 19715 dated (10/08/1984) for the proposed new sports ground including pavilion, storage, residential accommodation, cricket fields, hockey pitches, tennis courts and car parking. Condition 19 refers to floodlight operating times.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 191555
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Application No. 191540 PASSED on 1 Aug 2019
Householder Application for the erection of conservatory to side to existing dwelling.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 191540
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Application No. 191594 WITHDRAWN on 29 Jul 2019
Application to vary condition No2 of planning consent 161131 for the single rear extension and two storey side extension also conversion of garage to habitable accommodation. Further (RFS/2019/084907. Condition 2. Approved details of submitted application plans and drawings.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 191594
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Application No. 190606 PASSED on 10 Jul 2019
Full application for the erection of a medical consultation and treatment clinic (including sports and physiotherapy) plus cycle and refuse store, following demolition of existing sports club changing facilities, club bar and external store.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 190606
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Application No. 190557 WITHDRAWN on 21 Jun 2019
Application to vary condition 1 of appeal planning consent 161529 for the erection of 13no dwellings. Condition 1 refers to the details of appearance, landscaping, layout and scale and seeks to allow the wording to be changed to facilitate access works and wider pedestrian improvements.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 190557
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Application No. 191526 PASSED on 25 May 2019
Application to vary condition 4 of planning consent(F/2006/7491) for the proposed formation of 2 artificial pitches plus floodlighting, fencing, bunding and landscaping. Condition 4 refers to floodlight operating hours.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 191526
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Application No. 190825 PASSED on 22 May 2019
Full planning application for the demolition of part of listed building and associated works to existing vehicular access.
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More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 190825
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Application No. 190630 PASSED on 8 May 2019
Householder application for a proposed conversion of an open fronted garage to create habitable accommodation, including erection of front and side walls and front porch, changes to the existing boundary walls and creation of vehicular access and parking.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 190630
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Application No. 183075 REFUSED on 10 Apr 2019
HOUSEHOLDER APPEAL against WBC refusal of application for the proposed conversion of existing loft space to create habitable accommodation including front and rear dormer extensions, plus the replacement of thatched roof with slate tiles.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 183075
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Application No. 190607 PASSED on 9 Apr 2019
Householder application for proposed erection of single storey front porch extension.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 190607
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Application No. 190394 REFUSED on 27 Mar 2019
Proposed Lawful Development Certificate for change of use of bedroom to fitness studio business
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 190394
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Application No. 182797 REFUSED on 25 Mar 2019
Full planning application for the proposed erection of a 1no. dwelling including landscaping.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 182797
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Application No. 190186 PASSED on 21 Mar 2019
Householder application for the proposed erection of a single storey rear extension plus a single storey side extension to form porch with two rooflights, including changes to fenestration following removal of chimney and changes to roof. Additional copper standing to existing dormer re-pitching of roof over existing rear projection. Replacement of existing masonry wall to the front to include timber access gates.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 190186
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Application No. 190281 PASSED on 20 Mar 2019
Householder application for the proposed erection of a first floor front/side extension; two storey rear/side extension and a two storey rear extension plus the erection of 2no side dormer extensions.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 190281
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Application No. 181161 REFUSED on 11 Mar 2019
Full application for the partial demolition and re-building of existing all weather indoor manege and stables including relocated and extended barn, ancillary office and trainee accommodation
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 181161
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Application No. 183203 PASSED on 8 Mar 2019
Householder application for proposed part single storey, part two storey rear extension to existing dwelling and single storey front infill extension.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 183203
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Application No. 182612 PASSED on 13 Feb 2019
Application for full planning permission for the demolition of existing house and garage and replacement with new single dwelling with annex/garage building.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 182612
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Application No. 190030 PASSED on 8 Feb 2019
Householder application for proposed erection of single storey front/side/rear extension to dwelling plus open canopy porch, following demolition of existing single storey rear and side extensions.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 190030
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Application No. 183224 PASSED on 5 Feb 2019
Householder application for the proposed single storey rear extension following demolition of existing kitchen.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 183224
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Application No. 183227 PASSED on 5 Feb 2019
Listed Building application for consent for the proposed single storey rear extension following demolition.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 183227
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Application No. 183166 PASSED on 1 Feb 2019
Householder application for the proposed erection of single storey rear extension, plus changes to fenestration and internal alterations.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 183166
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Application No. 183210 PASSED on 23 Jan 2019
Householder application for the proposed re-orientation of existing rear gate plus conversion of existing raised area in the north corner of the rear garden into cobbled parking area
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 183210
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Application No. 183211 REFUSED on 23 Jan 2019
Application for Listed Building consent for the proposed removal of existing fence, creation of raised flower bed and tree to facilitate an new hard standing of granite setts with a relocated willow fence to form a new parking area.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 183211
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Application No. 183160 PASSED on 22 Jan 2019
Full application for the proposed erection of 2no dwellings following demolition of existing dwelling.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 183160
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Application No. 182889 REFUSED on 21 Dec 2018
Householder application for the proposed erection of single storey rear extension, covered entrance porch to side elevation, single storey detached annexe building to the side/rear with garage, replacement of existing high wall at front with high timber fence and access gates, continuation of the existing brick wall that forms the boundary treatment with the highway at the Eastern end of the site at a low level in place of the existing picket fence, internal/external alterations and changes to fenestration.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 182889
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Application No. 182734 WITHDRAWN on 19 Dec 2018
Householder application for proposed erection of a new detached replacement garage, new entrance gates with brick piers and new railings to existing flat roof. Part retrospective
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 182734
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Application No. 182856 PASSED on 11 Dec 2018
Application to vary conditions 2 & 14 of planning consent 153301 dated 28/04/2016 for sports and physiotherapy clinic building. Condition 2 relates to substituted and additional drawings and condition 4 to be reworded as: The premises shall be used for medical consultation and treatment (including sports and physiotherapy) and for no other purposes, including any other purpose in Class D1 of the schedule to the Town and Country Planning (Use Classes) Order 1987 (as amended) or in any provision equivalent to that Class in any statutory revoking and re-enacting that Order (with or without modifications).
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 182856
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Application No. 182578 PASSED on 23 Nov 2018
Householder application for the proposed erection of single storey detached outbuilding incorporating two roof lights.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 182578
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Application No. 182821 PASSED on 20 Nov 2018
Householder application for the proposed erection of part single, part two storey side and rear extensions, including roof alterations.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 182821
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Application No. 182281 PASSED on 9 Nov 2018
Full planning application for the partial demolition of "old Design & Technology" buildings and erection pitched roof to retained "Old Coach House" building, plus external works including the fenestration and erection of a new cycle shelter.
More information can be found on the WBC planning portal: Application No. 182281
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Application No. 181271 PASSED on 30 Oct 2018
Householder application for the proposed erection of first floor side extension.
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Application No. 182217 PASSED on 24 Sep 2018
Full planning application for the proposed erection of 5 bedroom dwelling with double garage following the demolition of the existing dwelling.
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Application No. 182453 PASSED on 17 Sep 2018
Householder application for the proposed erection of a two storey side extension to dwelling.
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Application No. 181850 PASSED on 14 Sep 2018
Householder application for the proposed erection of single storey detached to create garage and ancillary accommodation.
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Application No. 172697 PASSED on 17 Aug 2018
Full application for the proposed construction of single storey rear projection consisting of glazed infill (between it and the Great House), brick flank wall with chimney, retractable roof, and sliding front and side glazed panel elevations following removal of existing canopy.
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Application No. 181298 PASSED on 30 Jul 2018
Householder application for the proposed erection of single storey rear extension to dwelling.
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Application No. 180623 PASSED on 19 Jul 2018
Full application for the erection of a pair of semi detached dwellings with associated access and parking ( retrospective ).
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Application No. 180937 PASSED on 29 Jun 2018
Householder application for the proposed erection of two storey side/rear extension plus single storey front extension, extension to the first floor front dormer and single storey front extension to enlarge porch.
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Application No. 181266 REFUSED on 29 Jun 2018
Application for submission of details to comply with the following condition of planning consent 180445 (dated 25/04/2018) 7. Protection of trees
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Application No. 181156 PASSED on 26 Jun 2018
Householder application for the proposed erection of single storey side and rear extension following the demolition of the existing shed and store room.
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Application No. 181058 PASSED on 31 May 2018
Application to vary condition 4 following grant of planning consent (163032) for the "proposed 18 space extension to existing "lower" car park with alterations to access and associated landscaping (163032) at the above site was allowed at appeal (APP/X0360/W/17/3179871)". Condition 4 relates to change the timescale from "Prior to commencement of the development" to "Before the removal of trees".
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Application No. 180771 PASSED on 26 May 2018
Application for the submission of details to comply with the following condition of planning consent(173537) 08/02/2018. 3. Bat Roost Mitigation 4. Archaeological Investigations 5. External Materials 6. Details of Boundary walls and fences 7. Landscaping Details 13. Construction Method Statement
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Application No. 181082 REFUSED on 26 May 2018
Full planning application for the proposed erection of 3 no. dwellings with new access and parking following demolition of existing dwelling and detached garage.
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Application No. 180876 PASSED on 18 May 2018
Householder application for the proposed erection of single storey side and front extension to dwelling plus single storey front extension to form porch,
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Application No. 171651 PASSED on 16 May 2018
Householder application for the proposed part single storey, part two storey side and rear extension to dwelling.
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Application No. 180707 PASSED on 16 May 2018
Application for variation of a condition 2 following grant of planning permission (172579)to allow amendments to footprint of the dwelling.
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Application No. 180442 PASSED on 10 May 2018
Full planning application for the erection of electrically operated replacement Oak gates.
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Application No. 180083 PASSED on 1 May 2018
Application for the submission of details to comply with the following condition of planning consent (170894) 28/09/2017 7. Material 9. Brick Panel 10. Roofing Materials
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Application No. P18/S0033/FUL PASSED on 1 May 2018
Variation of condition 2 (approved plans) of Planning Permission P17/S0259/FUL Demolition of existing garages and ancillary structures; conversion of third & fourth floors of Mill building to form three apartments with related works on other floors; conversion of rehearsal/ accommodation building to form two dwellings; and all associated works. (Amended by plans received 2017_03_01 to include more parking spaces) (Amended by plans 2017_06_01 to include car port).
More information can be found on the SODC planning portal: Application No. P18/S0033/FUL
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Application No. 180445 PASSED on 25 Apr 2018
Householder application for the proposed erection of single storey detached to create garage and ancillary accommodation.
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Application No. 180363 WITHDRAWN on 4 Apr 2018
Full planning application for the proposed erection of 5 bedroom dwelling with double garage following the demolition of the existing dwelling.
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Application No. 180266 PASSED on 26 Mar 2018
Full application for the proposed construction of a front pergola; revised layout of the rear beer garden; relocation of existing bar; construction of a new disabled toilet plus erection of a new fence to the rear of the garden.
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Application No. 180400 PASSED on 23 Mar 2018
Application for the submission of details to comply with the following condition of planning consent (161124) 16/06/2016. 3. External Materials
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Application No. 180138 PASSED on 20 Mar 2018
Application for a certificate of lawfulness for the proposed erection of a single storey rear extension to dwelling.
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Application No. 173689 PASSED on 9 Mar 2018
Householder application for the proposed single storey front extension following the demolition of existing uPVC conservatory and utility room.
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Application No. 180263 PASSED on 9 Mar 2018
Listed Building Consent for the proposed alterations to reduce the current entrance lobby and W.C. to enlarge the vehicular access by 300mm and front garden alterations.
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Application No. P17/S2982/HH PASSED on 15 Feb 2018
New ancillary out-building with store over. Grade II listed building.
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Application No. 173537 PASSED on 8 Feb 2018
Full planning application for the proposed erection of replacement dwelling house, with basement and detached double garage and store following demolition of existing dwelling; construction of an external swimming pool and to incorporate a strip of curtilage land from Pool Court
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Application No. 180065 REFUSED on 5 Feb 2018
Prior notification application for the proposed erection of a 5-bay agricultural barn open-sided to the south.
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Application No. 173369 PASSED on 2 Feb 2018
Householder application for the proposed erection of single storey side and rear extensions, erection of outbuilding, plus reposition of existing tennis court and western boundary.
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Application No. 173578 PASSED on 1 Feb 2018
Full planning application for the proposed erection of a replacement half storey sports pavilion and detached maintenance store following demolition of existing pavilion.
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Application No. 173465 PASSED on 24 Jan 2018
Application for Listed Building Consent for the replacement of windows and surrounds, new boiler flue installation, repairing small features to match adjoining gates.
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Application No. 181196 PASSED on 23 Jan 2018
Full planning application for the proposed change of use of land from residential garden to car parking, ancillary to the Great House at Sonning.
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Application No. 173442 PASSED on 17 Jan 2018
Application to vary condition 2 of planning consent F/2014/1832 (140734) for the erection of two storey side, rear and front extension to dwelling, following demolition of existing conservatory. Condition 2 relates to approved details.
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Application No. 173418 PASSED on 4 Jan 2018
Listed building consent for the proposed replacement of existing kitchen doors and frame with a higher sill and replacement of existing lounge doors for a window.
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Application No. 172715 WITHDRAWN on 19 Dec 2017
Householder application for the proposed erection of two storey side/rear extension plus single storey front extension, extension to the first floor front dormer and single storey front extension to enlarge porch.
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Application No. 172701 PASSED on 1 Dec 2017
Householder application for the proposed erection of a part single/part two storey rear extension, a single storey front porch extension, plus the addition of a mezzanine floor with rooflight and the part conversion of garage to create habitable accommodation to dwelling.
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Application No. 172347 WITHDRAWN on 28 Nov 2017
Householder application for the conversion of loft space to habitable accommodation with rear dormer extension to dwelling and new gable end.
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Application No. 172579 PASSED on 3 Nov 2017
Full application for the proposed erection of 4no bedroom detached dwelling following demolition and removal of existing dwelling.
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Application No. 172637 PASSED on 2 Nov 2017
Full application for the proposed erection of replacement dwelling with basement and detached double garage and store following demolition of existing dwelling.
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Application No. 172485 PASSED on 24 Oct 2017
Application for submission of details to comply with the following condition of planning consent 170118 (dated 18/4/17) - 8. Process and means of updated Travel Plan.
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Application No. 172583 REFUSED on 24 Oct 2017
Full application for the proposed erection of 3no dwellings following demolition of existing dwelling and detached garage.
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Application No. 172380 PASSED on 29 Sep 2017
Householder application for proposed erection of two storey rear extension and demolition of existing garage.
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Application No. 171780 PASSED on 19 Sep 2017
Full application for the proposed construction of multi-use games area with associated fencing, lighting and surface treatments.
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Application No. 172145 PASSED on 7 Sep 2017
Listed building consent for temporary removal of gates and superstructure plus renovations and repair of gates to include repainting (Part Retrospective).
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Application No. 172054 PASSED on 25 Aug 2017
Householder application for the proposed erection of single storey part two storey rear extensions to dwelling.
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Application No. 171785 PASSED on 18 Aug 2017
Householder application for the proposed erection of part two side storey extension plus erection of single side extension to dwelling.
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Application No. 171786 PASSED on 18 Aug 2017
Listed Building for the proposed erection of part two side storey extension plus erection of single side extension to dwelling.
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Application No. 171631 PASSED on 26 Jul 2017
Householder application for the proposed erection of a single storey rear extension with glazed lantern and erection of rear dormer extensions to converted loft space.
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Application No. 171937 PASSED on 25 Jul 2017
Application for the submission of details to comply with the following condition of planning consent 162919(15/12/2016). 5. Landscaping
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Application No. 171733 PASSED on 20 Jul 2017
Householder application for the proposed erection of a single storey rear extension, to include 2no dormer window extensions and erection of a rear outbuilding to form a garden office.
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Application No. 172063 PASSED on 20 Jul 2017
Non-material amendment application to planning consent 170093 to allow additional side windows.
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Application No. P17/S0259/FUL PASSED on 27 Jun 2017
Demolition of existing garages and ancillary structures; conversion of third & fourth floors of Mill building to form three apartments with related works on other floors; conversion of rehearsal/ accommodation building to form two dwellings; and all associated works. (Amended by plans received 2017_03_01 to include more parking spaces) (Amended by plans 2017_06_01 to include car port).
More information can be found on the SODC planning portal: Application No. P17/S0259/FUL
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Application No. 171171 REFUSED on 13 Jun 2017
Full application for the proposed demolition of existing dwelling and replacement with new dwelling with basement and garage annex.
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Application No. 170895 REFUSED on 22 May 2017
Householder application for the proposed erection of a two storey side extension to dwelling, to include a dormer extension, following demolition and removal of existing single storey and part catslide roof.
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Application No. 161565 REFUSED on 1 Aug 2016
Full application for the proposed use of land for the stationing of caravans for residential purposes for 2no gypsy pitches together with the formation of utility/dayrooms and hardstanding ancillary to that use. Please note that this appeal is linked with enforcement appeal APP/X0360/C/16/3157598 (170166).
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Please note that we use GoogleMaps to identify the property concerned so, especialy in the case of new builds, the map pin may not indicate the precise location.
The panels below describe some of the activites that the Highways & Traffic section are currently engaged with. We hold monthly meetings to discuss planning applications and other issues and these are open to members of the Society.
The Panel are currently working with the Sonning Parish Council Highways Working Group to develop a long term strategy to reduce the impact of the large volumes of traffic that pass through the two villages. This will also seek to reduce the amount of street signs that clutter up the villages.
LATEST NEWS
Some of the promised yellow lines have been implemented. However they are neither the agreed primrose colour nor the thinner versions agreed in our meeting with WBC. It also appears that the contractors were somewhat over zealous and instigated some additional lines on the High Street. We are currently investigating these mistakes and will report on what has been agreed.
You should have noticed a marked decrease in the number of cars parking on Sonning Lane. This is mainly due to the involvement of the Headmaster, Mr Jesse Elzinga, who was determined to do something about the street parking, and has organised alternative off-road parking for the pupil's cars.
NEW Local Plan Update: Revised Growth Strategy
The LPU: Revised Growth Strategy has been issued by Wokingham Borough Council (WBC) for consultation following the loss of Grazeley as a new town site. This revised LPU incorporates three of the development sites in Sonning that were listed in our questionnaire, Site 1 (Bull Close) and Sites 5 & 8, now combined (Sonning Golf Course).
WBC are currently consulting on their latest version of the LPU. This consultation runs until 24th January 2022. This link will take you to the Sonning Neighbourhood Plan site where the ramifications for Sonning are explained in detail.
| Site reference | Address | Number of dwellings |
|---|---|---|
| 5SO001 | Land at Sonning Farm | 25 |
| 5SO008 Includes Site 5 |
Land at Sonning Golf Club, Duffield Road | 37 |
| The “proposed allocations” are depicted as red areas on the map; The submitted sites, some from the previous LPU and some newly submited, are hatched in yellow. | ||
A Neighbourhood Plan for Sonning
Sonning Parish Council and the Society have joined forces to propose that the community consider a Neighbourhood Plan. Without one we will have no say in Wokingham's Local Plan.
We held a Public Meeting in the Pearson Hall on Tuesday 18th February 2020. It was very successful and the hall was filled to capacity.
A steering group has been formed and they are currently developing a questionnaire which will go to all of the households within the Parish to allow the residents to make their views known on the future directions for green spaces, development and facilties in Sonning.
You can read all about the progress here: sonning.info
The Conservation Area Appraisal was adopted on 19th April 2017.
We are pleased to report that the 2017 Sonning Conservation Area Appraisal (SCAA) was adopted by Wokingham Borough Council (WBC) at their meeting on 7 April and became effective on 19 April 2017.
The WBC recommendation to adopt the SCAA included the following background explanation:
Conservation areas (CA’s) are areas of special architectural or historic interest. Local Planning Authorities (LPA’s) have a duty to designate these areas under the Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990 and ‘from time to time’, to review the boundaries and to formulate proposals to preserve and enhance their special historic and architectural character.
Since 2012 the Council has been working with the Parish Council and Sonning & Sonning Eye Society in the production of an appraisal document for Sonning CA. The Parish Council and Sonning & Sonning Eye Society have carried out the research and produced the draft document. This was passed to the Council to finalise and consult on. A 6 week public consultation has been undertaken and amendments have been made to the appraisal to reflect consultation responses. It is now proposed that the document is adopted by the Council and will constitute a material planning consideration in assessing planning applications.
The Appraisal assesses the special architectural and historic significance of the conservation area through considering issues such as the layout, open spaces, trees and landscape, focal points and important buildings. The Appraisal identifies both positive features and those which are considered to detract from its special interest of the area. It also highlights vulnerabilities and opportunities for enhancement.
The designation of a conservation area gives the LPA additional controls over the demolition of unlisted buildings and works to trees, restricts some permitted development rights and tightens regulations on advertising.
Once designated, the LPA has a duty to have special regard to the desirability of preserving or enhancing the character or appearance of their conservation areas in undertaking their planning duties. In providing an up to date assessment of the character of the conservation area, this Appraisal is a material planning consideration.
The Society would like to thank all the volunteers who comprised the teams who went round the village to record the details that were to define the special features that make Sonning special.