Persian Palace, 2 Bridge Street, Caversham, Reading, RG4 8AA

Planning appeal 3354043 at Persian Palace, 2 Bridge Street, Caversham, Reading, RG4 8AA (Reading Borough Council) was allowed on 16 March 2026 by Inspector Shields T, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: whether the extension is in a suitable location with regard to the risk of flooding.

outdoor seating terrace and canopy along Thames River

Authority: Reading Borough Council
Appeal type: enforcement · Enforcement Notice
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: leisure-sport · Other minor developments
Inspector: Shields T
Postcode: RG4 8AA

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

whether the extension is in a suitable location with regard to the risk of flooding
whether the extension would result in harm to the ecological and hydro-morphological qualities of the River Thames and its environs
the effect of the extension upon the character and appearance of the area, with particular regard to the St. Peter's Conservation Area

What decided it

The constructed extension in Appeal A incorporates flood-resistant design features (gapped floor allowing water displacement, sealed flood-resistant doors, small scale and side positioning) that adequately address flood risk and meet Framework requirements, whereas the proposed design in Appeal B would cause unacceptable harm to the conservation area character.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies: EN11EN12EN13EN1EN3EN5CC7
National Planning Policy Framework: Paragraph 176Paragraph 181

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