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

Collected application statistics

Collected records · All available dates
711Searchable applications
230Recorded as pending
79%Approval rate · 381 approved or refused records
81Refused applications

300 approved · 81 refused · 14 withdrawn. Received dates in our records: 18 Mar 2025 to 9 Oct 2026. Most recent record check: 10 Oct 2026. Counts reflect the last collected status; some records may be out of date.

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Conservation areas23 mapped area records
Article 4 direction areas2 mapped area records0 identified HMO area records; remaining records unclassified

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  1. DecidedP/2026/0056

    Replacement of 2 single glazed timber sash windows with double glazed UPVC windows.

    2 Cumbernauld Higher Erith Road Torquay TQ1 2NQ

    Received 28 Jan 2026
  2. DecidedP/2026/0057

    Non Material Amendment to P/2025/0156. Amendments sought: Minor amendment to rear elevation to retain existing extension and plant room area.

    31 Manscombe Road Torquay TQ2 6ST

    Received 29 Jan 2026
  3. UnknownAT/2026/0042

    T1 & T2 - Ash:Fell to near ground level. The trees are showing symptoms consistent with Ash Dieback, including reduced leaf coverage during the summer months and the presence of deadwood within the crown. The condition is expected to progressively decline as a result of the disease, with recovery considered unlikely.T3 - Mimosa:Fell to near ground level. The tree is exhibiting heavy dieback throughout the crown and poor leaf coverage, indicating significant decline and limited potential for recovery.It is proposed that the removals be mitigated by replacement planting with appropriate tree species, either on site or within the immediate vicinity, to maintain long-term tree cover and visual amenity. Details of species, size, and planting location can be agreed with the Local Planning Authority.Note: T1 and T2 is under shared ownership of the applicant and their neighbours, Georgian Court, and located on the Georgian Court side of the boundary. T3 is located in the garden of 339 Babbacombe Road.

    339 Babbacombe Road Torquay TQ1 3TB

    Received 30 Jan 2026
  4. DecidedP/2026/0058

    Non-Material Amendment to P/2025/0079. Amendments sought: Change from a pitch roof to a flat roof with a front facing parapet.

    Cromdale 8 Mead Road Torquay TQ2 6TE

    Received 2 Feb 2026
  5. DecidedP/2026/0059

    Proposed single storey side (W) and rear (S) gabled extensions and changes to fenestration.

    14 Purbeck Avenue Torquay TQ2 6UL

    Received 2 Feb 2026
  6. RegisteredP/2026/0060

    Construction of single storey rear extension to include, roof lanterns, obscure privacy screen, fencing and external steps.

    23 Daison Crescent Torquay TQ1 4LJ

    Received 2 Feb 2026
  7. DecidedP/2026/0061

    Replacement of tarmac driveway with resin bound non-slip surface.

    10 Ben Venue Close Torquay TQ1 1RX

    Received 2 Feb 2026
  8. DecidedAT/2026/0043

    T001 - Horse Chestnut - Prominent specimen with high amenity value; crown raised and reduced with large diameter pruning wounds of varying age; old pruning/tear out wounds x2 at SE and W, 3-5m with peripheral ribs of reaction wood, however the extent of coalesced decay is likely significant in such non-durable wood; strong growth response to previous crown reduction works indicates vitality overall for a tree of the species and age class is good; decay and dysfunction at old pruning wound sites throughout crown; anticipated mode of failure is the central leading stem or lateral primary limbs where decay is established at 3-5m, onto Cockington Lane - Crown reduction to previous pruning points, approximately 14m.

    Lanscombe Lodge Cottage Cockington Lane Torquay TQ2 6XA

    Received 2 Feb 2026
  9. DecidedP/2026/0062

    Retrospective application for removal and replacement of front door, and windows at front, back and side of building. Removal and replacement of grey tiles and red clay ridge tile. Reinstation of water run off tile construction for chimney stacks.

    47 Park Road Torquay TQ1 4QR

    Received 2 Feb 2026
  10. DecidedP/2026/0066

    Variation of condition in relation to P/2024/0432 (Extension and reconfiguration of mixed-use residential-commercial building to six apartments. Existing commercial space to be retained.): Condition 04 - Joinery. Variation sought: Installation of heritage-style uPVC windows.

    44 Fore Street Torquay TQ1 4LX

    Received 3 Feb 2026
  11. DecidedP/2026/0067

    Non-material amendment relating to P/2024/0432. Amendments sought: modification of rear dormer to create inset dormer, removal of 2no. chimney stacks to rear and removal of 3no. windows to side.

    44 Fore Street Torquay TQ1 4LX

    Received 3 Feb 2026
  12. DecidedAT/2026/0044

    T1 Apple (height: 3m, canopy radius: 1.5m, DBH: 40cm, no of stems: 1) Remove close to ground level and treat stumps with herbicide to inhibit regrowth. H2 Cypress (height: 3.5m) Remove stems within 6m of area of damage. T6 Holm Oak (height: 2.2m, canopy radius: 1m, DBH: 42cm, no of stems: 1) Remove close to ground level and treat stump with herbicide to inhibit regrowth.

    Upton Rectory Furzehill Road Torquay TQ1 3JG

    Received 3 Feb 2026
  13. DecidedAT/2026/0045

    T1 and T2 Lawson's Cypress trees fell. Loss of lateral support to trees after the retaining wall failed, demonstrating ongoing site instability. Trees are not visible to the public.

    The Palms Lower Warberry Road Torquay TQ1 1TS

    Received 3 Feb 2026
  14. DecidedP/2026/0069

    Variation of Condition relating to application P/2025/0404: Alterations and extensions, including hip to gable and rear dormer extension and a single-storey side extension. Condition: P1 - Approved Plans. Variation sought: Increase in roof ridge height and height of the dormer north east elevation.

    52 Edenvale Road Paignton TQ3 2JH

    Received 4 Feb 2026
  15. DecidedP/2026/0071

    Loft Conversion to include rooflights and installation of window at rear.

    22 Grosvenor Close Torquay TQ2 7LB

    Received 5 Feb 2026
  16. DecidedAT/2026/0046

    T001: Sweet chestnut(Castanea sativa) - Sectional dismantle and fell using various rigging techniques. All arising material shall be removed from site and returned to our premises for recycling. Justification, please see attached QTRA for justification of works.

    28 Durham Close Paignton TQ3 2QN

    Received 5 Feb 2026
  17. DecidedAT/2026/0047

    T6 Cypress - Fell close to ground levelT7 Cypress - Fell close to ground level

    7 Loxbury Road Torquay TQ2 6RS

    Received 5 Feb 2026
  18. DecidedAT/2026/0048

    Beech tree: To the rear of Hellinghay House behind garage and store.Any pruning to achieve crown reduction will be carried out as specified by BS3998 and will be as follows:1). Reduce the tree from an existing height of 7.5 metres to a finished height of 6 metres.2). Reduce crown extents from the current 3 metres to approximately 2.25 metres.This applies to the branches at all cardinal points.3). Check for "crossed branches" dead branches, disease and rot.

    Hellinghay House Seaway Lane Torquay TQ2 6PW

    Received 6 Feb 2026
  19. DecidedAT/2026/0049

    T2 - 1x Silver birch (Betula pendula) - Sectionally dismantle, fell, and remove to ground level, employing appropriate lowering and rigging techniques to safely control the descent of each section in accordance with industry best practice.T3 - Copper beech (Fagus sylvatica purpurea) - Reduce the radial crown spread on the eastern aspect of the canopy that is growing towards the property only by removing approximately 2.50 metres from branch tips, leaving a final radial spread of 7.0 metres at all compass points.Site: Northgate, Higher Warberry Road, Torquay, TQ1 1SFTPO: Area Tree Preservation Order - 1973.013 - Lydwell Area, TorquayT2 - Silver Birch (Betula pendula)The Silver Birch is located in close proximity to the dwelling and rear garden area.Due to its position, the tree now causes significant shading to the main habitablerooms and garden, resulting in reduced natural daylight and amenity value to theproperty.In addition, Silver Birch is a relatively short-lived, fast-growing species that is proneto progressive decline with age.Removal of T2 will:Significantly improve light levels into the property and garden area.Reduce the risk of future damage to the property from root activity and crowngrowth.Remove the need for repeated cyclical pruning works in close proximity to thedwelling.The client has confirmed they are happy to replant with a more suitable replacementspecies in an appropriate location, thereby maintaining long-term tree cover and localamenity value while achieving a more sustainable relationship between tree andproperty.T3 - Copper Beech (Fagus sylvatica Purpurea)The Copper Beech is a prominent specimen tree situated close to the propertyboundary, with the eastern sector of the crown extending directly towards thedwelling.An arboricultural risk assessment has been undertaken using the QTRA (QuantifiedTree Risk Assessment) methodology.The proposed works are limited to a selective radial crown red

    Northgate Higher Warberry Road Torquay TQ1 1SF

    Received 6 Feb 2026
  20. DecidedP/2026/0072

    Construction of single storey rear extension and enlargement of patio to rear

    105 Laura Grove Paignton TQ3 2LH

    Received 6 Feb 2026
  21. RegisteredP/2026/0073

    Demolition of two buildings and erection of 5-bay self service car wash structure and 8-bay EV car charging area.

    Daintons Storage Yalberton Industrial Estate Alders Way Paignton TQ4 7QL

    Received 9 Feb 2026
  22. DecidedAT/2026/0051

    T1 - Holm oak. Growing in an elevated position leaning toward road and footpath below. Heavy decay in base. Fell to ground.T2 - Oak growing from neighbouring garden. Leaning over clients garden. Hazard beam split in back stem, healing well and not seen as a significant point of weakness.Reduce entire crown by 1.5-2m. See annotated photoT3 - previously pollarded oak tree above driveway. Decay pocket in base of tree that extends below ground.Fell to ground.

    Cotana Cottage Higher Erith Road Torquay TQ1 2NQ

    Received 9 Feb 2026
  23. DecidedP/2026/0075

    Loft conversion to include rear dormer and an increase in ridge height, changes to fenestration and cladding.

    30 Sandringham Drive Paignton TQ3 1HY

    Received 9 Feb 2026
  24. DecidedP/2026/0076

    Construction of first-floor extension with gable-ended roof, including raised terraces, creation of on-site parking with permeable hardstanding and garage at the rear, landscaping, and associated works.

    64 Barcombe Heights Paignton TQ3 1PT

    Received 9 Feb 2026

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