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Explore collected planning applications and decisions for Elmbridge Borough Council. Search an address, application reference or proposal to find a record.

Collected application statistics

Collected records · All available dates
2,465Searchable applications
388Recorded as pending
73%Approval rate · 1,547 approved or refused records
418Refused applications

1,129 approved · 418 refused · 53 withdrawn. Received dates in our records: 10 Dec 2014 to 16 Sept 2026. Most recent record check: 22 Sept 2026. Counts reflect the last collected status; some records may be out of date.

Local planning information

Council sources checked 14 Sept 2026

Conservation areas and Article 4 directions

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Conservation areas24 mapped area records
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  1. Registered2026/2058

    Tree Preservation Order E:11/03 - T1 - To lift the London plane tree taking to a height of approximately 4m and target prune the protruding limbs back by 3/4m - These limbs are leaning towards the property.

    4 Woodpecker Close Cobham Surrey KT11 2NT

    Received 24 Aug 2026
  2. Final Decision2025/3045

    Telecommunications Notification: Intent to install 1 no. cabinet 2mm Steel EN1088-2 / 1.4003 (3CR12) Powder Coated: Midnight Green RAL: 12B29 to facilitate fixed line broadband apparatus.

    Pavement O/S 1 Midgarth Close Oxshott Leatherhead Surrey KT22 0JY

    Received 19 Nov 2025
  3. Registered2025/3278

    Consultation from Surrey County Council: Installation of air source heat pumps, solar Voltaic panels and replacement standby generator (retrospective). (this application is determined by Surrey County Council under their ref SCCRef-2025-0162 - this record is for consultation only).

    Esher Fire Station Kingston Bypass Esher Surrey KT10 9TL

    Received 11 Nov 2025
  4. Final Decision2025/3154

    Tree Preservation Order EL:309 - T2 and T1 Conifers and Oak Reduction and Clearance from Garage Roof Works: Reduce lateral growth from the Conifers and Oak by two to three metres, targeting only secondary branches. Finished clearance above the garage roof to be a minimum of two metres vertical clearance and one metre horizontal clearance from the structure. Finished lateral spread to be approximately three metres from the boundary wall (visually judged against existing crown width). All cuts made back to appropriate growth points to maintain a balanced, natural outline. Justification Works required to prevent contact with the garage roof, reduce debris accumulation, and maintain adequate clearance for property protection. T3 Oak (Driveway Overhang) ??? Crown Reduction, Crown Lift to 5.5m Works: Reduce lateral branches extending over the driveway by two to three metres, leaving a finished lateral spread of approximately six to seven metres from stem (depending on existing canopy). Crown lift entire canopy to a consistent height of five metres above ground level to provide unobstructed access for high-top vehicles. Retain the overall height of the Oak Justification Necessary to maintain safe vehicular access, improve sight lines, provide statutory clearance over driveways, and prevent damage from heavy goods vehicles. G1 Trees Along Left Side of Driveway ??? Crown Lift and Two to Three Metre Reduction Works: Lift crowns to five point five metres and cut back laterals by two to three metres Crown lift group of trees along the left driveway boundary to five point five metres above ground level. Reduce lateral branches encroaching inward by two to three metres, leaving a finished crown width of 5-6m. Pruning on the driveway side only. Height to remain the same Finished lateral clearance from driveway to be minimum two metres horizontally. Justification Improves vehicle movement, reduces canopy conflict with larger vehicles, and increases natural light onto the driveway a

    124 Queens Road Hersham Walton-On-Thames Surrey KT12 5LL

    Received 24 Nov 2025
  5. Final Decision2026/0290

    Single storey rear extension with chimney flue and rooflight windows.

    54 Marlborough Drive Weybridge Surrey KT13 8PA

    Received 4 Feb 2026
  6. Final Decision2026/1562

    Telecommunications Notification: Intent to install new 10m wooden pole to facilitate fixed line broadband electronic communications apparatus.

    Oaken Lane Claygate Surrey KT10 0RQ

    Received 24 Jun 2026
  7. Final Decision2026/0679

    Listed Building Consent for repairs to cracks in walls and ceilings.

    Down Farmhouse Cobham Park Road Downside Cobham SurreyKT11 3NE

    Received 19 Mar 2026
  8. Final Decision2026/1877

    Single storey side extension following demolition of existing detached outbuilding.

    21 Manor Walk Weybridge Surrey KT13 8SD

    Received 31 Jul 2026
  9. Final Decision2025/3272

    Front dormer window.

    8 The Ridgeway Walton-On-Thames Surrey KT12 1BH

    Received 11 Dec 2025
  10. Final Decision2026/0692

    Tree Preservation Order EL:12/08 - REAR GARDEN T1 Horse Chestnut (Aesculus hippocastanum) Reduce crown to the most recent previous reduction points, removing approx. 3m of new growth. Final height 12m and final overall spread 8m

    6 Churchill Drive Weybridge Surrey KT13 9HE

    Received 20 Mar 2026
  11. Appeal Lodged2026/0175

    Prior Approval Schedule 2, Part 3, Class MA: Change of Use from Commercial, Business and Service (E) to Residential (C3).

    Thames House Portsmouth Road Esher Surrey KT10 9AD

    Received 23 Jan 2026
  12. Final Decision2026/0349

    Tree Preservation Order EL:89/53 - T1 Pine tree to selectively trim to remove weight from crown, this tree is a co-dominant with a v shape union at around 30ft in height being in close proximity to residential buildings, removing weight, wind resistance and dead wood is works required. csbw 20m/15m csaw 18m/13m T2 Horse chestnut to reduce crown size by 2m csbw 8m/8m csaw 6m/6m

    7 Midway Walton-On-Thames Surrey KT12 3HY

    Received 12 Feb 2026
  13. Final Decision2026/1560

    Telecommunications Notification: Intent to install new 10m wooden pole to facilitate fixed line broadband electronic communications apparatus.

    Oaken Lane Claygate Surrey KT10 0RQ

    Received 24 Jun 2026
  14. Final Decision2025/3080

    Telecommunications Notification: Intent to install 1 no. cabinet 2mm Steel EN1088-2 / 1.4003 (3CR12) Powder Coated: Midnight Green RAL: 12B29 to facilitate fixed line broadband apparatus.

    O/S 25 Hollyhedge Road Cobham KT11 3DQ

    Received 19 Nov 2025
  15. Registered2026/1602

    Detached two-storey house with room in the roofspace, dormer windows, attached garage, rear balcony, swimming pool, bin store and hard and soft landscaping following demolition of existing house.

    36 Ince Road Hersham Walton-On-Thames Surrey KT12 5BJ

    Received 30 Jun 2026
  16. Appeal Decided2025/3096

    Variation of Condition: 2 (Approved Plans) and 3 (Materials) of planning permission 2023/3341 (Single-storey front/side/rear extension, front porch, front bay window and alterations to exterior finish and fenestration and removal of existing air conditioning unit) to increase the footprint, alter the fenestration and to amend the materials from brickwork to render.

    37 Pine Walk Cobham Surrey KT11 2HJ

    Received 25 Nov 2025
  17. Final Decision2025/3186

    Tree Preservation Order - T1 Douglas Fir - Remove tree due to presence of root decay fungus Sparrassis crispa. T2 Sweet Chestnut - Remove tree due to poor vitality demonstrated by significant dieback within crown and excessive deadwood.

    4 Grange Court Old Avenue Weybridge Surrey KT13 0QP

    Received 1 Dec 2025
  18. Final Decision2026/0500

    Single-storey side outbuilding.

    Riverdene Wey Road Weybridge Surrey KT13 8HN

    Received 27 Feb 2026
  19. Final Decision2025/2838

    Tree Preservation Order EL:19/58 - T1 - Sweet Chestnut tree situated in adjacent land, formerly Moore Place Golf Club. Tree has a height of approximately 18 metres and spread of approximately 8 metres. Proposed works would be to remove regrowth on lower trunk, to lift crown on garden side to height of approximately 3-4 metres and reduce overhang in lower crown by approximately 1.5m on garden side. These works will not affect the height of the tree and spread in lower crown will be reduced to approximately 6-6.5 metres. T2 - Sweet Chestnut tree situated in adjacent land, formerly Moore Place Golf Club. Tree has a height of approximately 18 metres and spread of approximately 8 metres. Proposed works are to remove regrowth on main trunk to a height of approximately 3-4 metres. These works will not affect the height or overall spread of the tree. The works are being carried out on both trees to allow into garden area and give clearance from greenhouse.

    The Coach House Hawkshill Place Portsmouth Road Esher Surrey KT10 9HY

    Received 3 Nov 2025
  20. Final Decision2026/0353

    Confirmation of Compliance of Condition: 4 (Tree Pre-Commencement Meeting) of planning permission 2021/4279.

    Britannia House Pool Road West Molesey Surrey KT12 2AB

    Received 12 Feb 2026
  21. Final Decision2025/3299

    Construction of a single storey rear infill extension.

    28 Dunstall Way West Molesey Surrey KT8 1PD

    Received 11 Dec 2025
  22. Final Decision2025/3342

    Front porch canopy and alterations to roof material, external finish and fenestration.

    21 Harebell Hill Cobham Surrey KT11 2RS

    Received 17 Dec 2025
  23. Final Decision2026/0651

    Confirmation of Compliance with Conditions: 9 (Tree Pre-commencement Meeting (Additional Arboricultural Information) ), 11 (Arboricultural Information) and full discharge of 19 (Construction Transport Management Plan (CTMP)) of planning permission of 2025/3155.

    11 Fernhill Oxshott Leatherhead Surrey KT22 0JH

    Received 17 Mar 2026
  24. Final Decision2026/0425

    Tree Preservation Order EL:324 - The tree is the poplar tree previously applied for removal under 2025/2538. This application is to pollard it the in line with works done to it historically to manage its growth and size.Tree pollarding is a traditional, intensive pruning technique that involves cutting back all upper branches to the main trunk or structural knuckles, typically performed annually during the dormant season (late winter to early spring) to control size, reduce weight, and stimulate new growth.

    Hurlingham House 5A Montrose Gardens Oxshott Leatherhead Surrey KT22 0UU

    Received 18 Feb 2026

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