Progress is being made on the construction of a new fashion store that is set to open at a busy retail park in Reading before Christmas.
Exciting news for shoppers in Reading! A new Next store is set to open at Reading Gate Retail Park, taking over the old Carpet Right space. Construction is underway, with the store expected to welcome customers by November.
In other local developments, a developer has submitted plans for four new semi-detached homes near Whitley, while a vacant bungalow at Caversham Park Primary School will be transformed into a meeting room for teachers.
Next Store Update (PL/25/0790)
The new Next store will feature a climate control system for heating and cooling, approved by Reading Borough Council on September 3. Planning officer Alison Amoah noted that the proposal is similar to existing setups at nearby units like TK Maxx and Currys.
Bungalow Conversion for Teachers (PL/25/0957)
The caretaker's bungalow at Caversham Park Primary, which has been empty since March 2022, will now serve as a meeting and planning space for teachers, allowing for more private discussions and group work.
New Gym and Playroom in Whitley (PL/25/0625)
A homeowner in Whitley has been granted permission to build a gym and playroom at the back of their property. After removing an unapproved structure, they received approval for a new outbuilding that includes a gym, playroom, and storage.
Four New Homes Proposed (Wokingham app 251892)
A developer plans to construct four new three-bedroom homes off Whitley Wood Road in Reading. The semi-detached houses will each have a kitchen, living room, and ground-floor toilet, as well as a third ensuite bedroom on the upper floor. Each home will have one parking space, with some featuring garages.
James Aldridge, Local Democracy Reporter
