The Shanty, 145 The Warren, Caversham Reading, RG4 7TQ

Planning appeal 3359487 at The Shanty, 145 The Warren, Caversham Reading, RG4 7TQ (Reading Borough Council) was dismissed on 25 July 2025 by Inspector Steen A, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: whether the proposed extensions and alterations to 145 The Warren would preserve the Grade II listed building known as The Shanty or its setting or any features of special architectural and historic interest (or significance) which it possesses.

extensions and alterations to dwelling

Authority: Reading Borough Council
Appeal type: householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: Steen A
Postcode: RG4 7TQ

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

whether the proposed extensions and alterations to 145 The Warren would preserve the Grade II listed building known as The Shanty or its setting or any features of special architectural and historic interest (or significance) which it possesses
the effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the surrounding area
the effect of the proposal on the living conditions of neighbouring occupiers of 147 The Warren and Riverlea with particular regard to privacy

What decided it

The harm to the setting of the Grade II listed building The Shanty, which cannot be outweighed by the limited public benefits of the proposal, conflicts with the development plan and material considerations.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies: EN1EN6CC7EN11EN13CC8
National Planning Policy Framework: Paragraph 135Paragraph 212Paragraph 215

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