• The works to the internal Garage at 124 Chilcombe Way, Lower Early, Reading RG6 3DD have been in existence for over 15 years. This is evidenced through the archived property listing which clearly document the conversion back over 13 years ago.

• In addition, included is a signed and dated letter provided by a Neighbour J. C. Stickley residing at 123 Chilcombe Way, Lower Earley, Reading, RG6 3DD dated and signed 14th August 2019 who confirmed she has lived in the adjoining property since 1998. The garage conversion/modification at 124 Chilcombe Way, was already in place when she moved into my property over 15 years ago. (SCANNED COPY ATTACHED)

• It is evidenced that the breach of planning control has been occurring for a period in excess of 10 years, therefore this application is being submitted to apply for a Certificate of Existing Use to regularise the breach.

• Current owners 124 Chilcombe Way, Lower Early, Reading. Berkshire RG6 3DD, Mr & Mrs Evans purchased Property in July 2015 over 4 years ago and confirm no modification has been made by them to the internal garage.

• The property was marketed by Parkers Estate Agents 43 Crockhamwell Road, Woodley, Reading, RG5 3JP on the 30th November 2007, this can be reviewed in the archive: https://www.zoopla.co.uk/property-history/124-chilcombe-way/lower- earley/reading/rg6-3dd/34676991

It clearly states mid-terrace home with part converted integral garage to provide dining room. This shows the garage conversion was in existence over 13 years ago.

• The property was again marketed by Prospect Estate Agency 399 Reading Road, Winnersh, Wokingham, RG41 5LT on 24th November 2008. The archive can be reviewed at: https://www.zoopla.co.uk/property-history/124-chilcombe-way/lower- earley/reading/rg6-3dd/5280397

It clearly states in the listing the property comprises of a 20ft lounge with wood laminate flooring, kitchen/diner which has been extended into the garage, fitted bathroom and driveway parking. The garage conversation was in existence over 11 years ago.

• Furthermore Neighbour J. C. Stickley resident and neighbour residing at 123 Chilcombe Way, Lower Earley, Reading, RG6 3DD dated and signed 14th August 2019 has confirmed she has lived in the adjoining property since 1998. To the best of my knowledge the garage conversion/modification at 124 Chilcombe Way, was already in place when I moved into my property, or at the least completed over 15 years ago. (SCANNED COPY ATTACHED)

• The property was listed by The Flatman Partnership Stable Cottage, Donnington Gardens, Reading, RG1 5LY. Clearly shows conversion in existence 30th October 2008 over 11 years ago: https://www.zoopla.co.uk/property-history/124-chilcombe-way/lower- earley/reading/rg6-3dd/5636959

• The property was listed in September 2014 marketed by WhiteKnights - Lower Earley 5 Chalfont Centre, Lower Earley, Reading, RG6 5SY please review the Achieved advert, this clearly shows the garage conversion over 5 years ago.

The Current owners have made no alterations to the current Garage as alleged and have invited planners to view the property on multiple occasions as part of a separate approved extension and none of which advised on the alleged breach of the existing garage conversion.

The archived property listing can be viewed at: https://www.zoopla.co.uk/property-history/124-chilcombe-way/lower- earley/reading/rg6-3dd/34676991

• The property has seen renovations over the years however given it is clearly documented this shows the garage conversion existed long before the current owners moved in over 15 years ago, given the requirements to regularise the conversion please approve and issue a Certificate of Existing Use to regularise the breach.