How to object to a planning application
You can object to a planning application in any of the the following ways:
Sending an email to planapps@westberks.gov.uk with the application number and the word “objection in the subject line.
Online - using the Public Access system (you will need to register on Public Access to object but not to view)
Writing to the Head of Development and Planning at the Council offices giving the application number and saying that you object.
You need to include your name and address. If you don’t want this published then follow the confidentiality process.
Applications that planning officers recommend should be approved and that have 10 or more objections will be decided by West Berkshire Council’s planning committee.
Please note that anyone can object and that multiple objections per household are accepatable.
Possible reasons for objecting
- Effect on existing properties:
- Overlooking
- Overshadowing
- Loss of light
- Loss of outlook
- Proposal is out of character with the area
- Poor design
- Bulk/massing of proposal
- Detrimental effect on listed building or conservation area (Theale has four conservation areas)
- Proposal is over-development or has a cramped or contrived layout
- Proposal has insufficient amenity space (e.g. gardens) or open space
- Insufficient “soft landscaping” (e.g. to screen proposed development)
- Would cause noise, smell or anti-social nuisance (commercial proposals)
- Would cause traffic problems
- Access would cause road safety problems
- Effect on trees or wildlife
- Effect on public footpaths
- Surface water drainage problems
- Effect on services, such as doctors
Please note that effects on house values or on views, competition with existing businesses or legal covenants are NOT valid reasons for objection.
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