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Torbay Council
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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 dates711Searchable 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300 approved · 81 refused · 14 withdrawn.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 Counts reflect the last collected status; some records may be out of date.
Local planning information
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Conservation areas and Article 4 directions
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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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More application records
- DecidedP/2026/0201
Enlargement of single-storey extension to side and construction of first floor extension above.
3 St Margarets Close Torquay TQ1 4NR
Received 30 Mar 2026 - DecidedP/2026/0202
Formation of single-storey rear extension with flat roof & parapet, including rooflights. Formation of new openings, including bifold doors and windows.
20 Titchfield Gardens Paignton TQ3 3NT
Received 30 Mar 2026 - DecidedP/2026/0204
Formation of front dormer extension
246 Barton Hill Road Torquay TQ2 8LA
Received 30 Mar 2026 - DecidedAT/2026/0095
5 Day NoticeThis notice applies strictly to those trees recorded as "dead" within the survey only. Please see Photos
Shorton Cottage 47 Shorton Road Paignton TQ3 1RF
Received 30 Mar 2026 - DecidedP/2026/0206
Replacement of wooden sash windows with upvc design.
Flat 9 Rosemont Lower Woodfield Road Torquay TQ1 2JY
Received 30 Mar 2026 - DecidedP/2026/0207
Certificate of lawfulness for proposed use: conversion of garage including increase in height, the construction of single storey extension to rear, fenestration changes and associated works.
Flat 1 88 Forest Road Torquay TQ1 4JX
Received 31 Mar 2026 - UnknownP/2026/0208
Installation of 9m pole and associated apparatus.
Land Adjacent To Shires Cockington Lane Torquay TQ2 6XA
Received 25 Mar 2026 - UnknownP/2026/0209
Installation of 9m pole and associated apparatus.
Land Adjacent To Lower Lodge Cockington Lane Torquay TQ2 6XA
Received 25 Mar 2026 - DecidedP/2026/0210
Conversion of loft to include increase of ridge height and installation of dormers to east (front) elevation and west (rear) elevation, including insertion of 2no. rooflights to west (rear) elevation.
Blue Mist Rawlyn Road Torquay TQ2 6PQ
Received 31 Mar 2026 - DecidedP/2026/0211
Change of use from commercial premises (Use Class E) at ground and lower ground floor to one self-contained residential flat (Use Class C3).
40 Church Street Paignton TQ3 3AH
Received 31 Mar 2026 - UnknownP/2026/0212
Installation of 9m pole and associated apparatus.
Land Adjacent To Lanscombe House Hotel Cockington Lane Torquay TQ2 6XA
Received 25 Mar 2026 - DecidedAT/2026/0096
T1 - Lime Crown reduction by up to 3 m across the entire canopy, proportionally decreasing height and lateral spread. Final pruning cuts should be made at the positions shown in the submitted photographs (red-marked cut points). All cuts to be made to suitable secondary growth points, preserving a balanced, natural crown shape. Maximum wound size should be kept as small as practicable and in line with BS3998:2010 Tree Work - Recommendations.Justification for WorksThe tree shows poor bifurcation, developing a single dominant stem with limited structural division.Crown reduction will decrease end-weight, reduce mechanical stress, and help maintain the tree at a size suitable for its environment.The works are preventative and aim to keep the tree structurally sound.T2 - Horse ChestnutCrown reduction by up to 3 metres, maintaining the natural crown shape. Final pruning cuts should follow the positions shown in the submitted photographs. Pruning aims to reduce end-weight and mechanical loading on the cavity located just below the first-order branch junction. All cuts are to be made to appropriate secondary growth points, in accordance with BS3998:2010.Justification for WorkA cavity is present below the first-order branch junction, which reduces the structural integrity at a key load-bearing point. Crown reduction will decrease lever arm forces acting on the defective area and mitigate the risk of branch or stem failure. The work is proportionate, preventive, and intended to safely retain the tree.
Greycliffe Lower Warberry Road Torquay TQ1 1QY
Received 31 Mar 2026 - DecidedP/2026/0213
Non-material amendment relating to P/2025/0370. Amendment sought: Rear windows to be increased from 1050mm high to 1650mm high to match centre windows.
23 Court Road Torquay TQ2 6SE
Received 31 Mar 2026 - DecidedP/2026/0214
Certificate of Lawfulness for an Existing Use - Formation of single storey extension to north (rear) elevation.
98 Preston Down Road Paignton TQ3 1DP
Received 31 Mar 2026 - DecidedP/2026/0215
Variation of Condition relating to application P/2026/0069 (Variation of Condition relating to application P/2025/0404. Condition: P1 - Approved Plans. Variation sought: Increase in roof ridge height and height of the dormer north east elevation). Condition: P1 - Approved Plans. Variation sought: Addition of dark grey composite cladding to new gable on North-west elevation in lieu of render finish and alteration to the material of the cladding to the dormer.
52 Edenvale Road Paignton TQ3 2JH
Received 31 Mar 2026 - DecidedP/2026/0216
Variation of condition in relation to P/2021/1047 (Variation of Condition relating to application P/2016/0081 (Six dwellings with associated off road parking). Condition: P1 - Approved Plans. Variation sought: Plot 1 to be detached from main terrace; and minor alterations to its external appearance (front and rear).): Vary Condition P1 - (Approved plans). Variation sought to Plot 1: Design changes: Increase depth of building by 1m, reduce size of entrance lobby, minor changes to front and rear window/door arrangements.
Land Adjacent 84 Grange Road Torquay TQ1 1LF
Received 1 Apr 2026 - RegisteredP/2026/0220
Construction of single-storey flat roof extension to rear, to include integrated roof light and patio doors.
74 Laura Grove Paignton TQ3 2LN
Received 2 Apr 2026 - DecidedP/2026/0222
Certificate of lawfulness for proposed: Maisonette to be used as holiday let.
Annexe 221 Dartmouth Road Paignton TQ4 6LG
Received 2 Apr 2026 - DecidedAT/2026/0099
Oak (T1) - a crown reduction of up to 2 metres on the north-west aspect of the crown, in accordance with BS3998:2010, is planned. The tree has a single upward-growing stem that divides into two secondary stems supporting the crown. A stem has been historically damaged where the secondary stem attaches to the primary stem. Decay has developed downwards for an unknown length. This work will help offset increased wind exposure and the changes following the loss of a nearby tree's vitality and crown. The pruning will rebalance the crown, reduce wind resistance, and help maintain the tree?s stability and safe retention.Final Cuts Specification: All cuts should be back to suitable secondary growth points while maintaining a natural canopy shape. No branch should be shortened by more than a third of its length. Cut diameters should stay under 50 mm to avoid large wounds.VTA access is very limited; please contact the applicant if you wish to arrange access.
83 Torridge Avenue Torquay TQ2 7NB
Received 6 Apr 2026 - DecidedP/2026/0225
Installation of 2 no. air source heat pumps and associated pipe works onto roof.
Higher Brixham Primary And Nursery School Chestnut Drive Brixham TQ5 0EQ
Received 7 Apr 2026 - DecidedAT/2026/0100
G1 - CypressSuggested Works: Dismantle southernmost tree (closest to residential property) in stages to near ground level, reduce height of remaining two trees by 2 metres, Maximum Diameter of Cuts (MDC) 50mm. Trim all round to shape.Rationale: The southernmost tree of the group is clearly in a declining state - there is dieback in the canopy plus separation between the stems on the southern side. Additionally, the tree is growing within 50cms of the residential property. With limited pruning options available, due to the tree's species and form, and the current state of the tree we believe that the tree is not suitable for retention and removal is the only viable option. Reducing the two remaining trees is to reduce loadings on the newly exposed stems following the removal of the adjacent tree in G1.
7 Northfields Lane Brixham TQ5 8RS
Received 7 Apr 2026 - DecidedP/2026/0226
Replacement of single glazed metal windows/panels with double-glazed aluminium design.
Cuthbert Mayne Comprehensive School Trumlands Road Torquay TQ1 4RN
Received 7 Apr 2026 - DecidedP/2026/0227
Alterations and improvements to include reconfiguration of access steps, enlargement of terrace to front, installation of storm porch to side, changes to fenestration, enlargement of dormers to front, side and rear, and formation of gated entrance.
The Spinney Lincombe Drive Torquay TQ1 2HH
Received 8 Apr 2026 - DecidedAT/2026/0101
Please refer to plan no: 2015.001 - T4 Maple tree for position reference + identification informationWe wish to request permission for a professional tree surgeon to create a light crown lift of approx 2 metres removing a small number of secondary branches to maintain a balanced canopy + ground level clearance + selectively reduce lateral spread by no more than 1 metre to retain existing framework whilst reducing footpath overhang + promoting trees' existing form.The intention is to retain trees' natural character + encourage new healthy growth.
5 Douglas Avenue Brixham TQ5 9EL
Received 9 Apr 2026
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What these statistics cover
These figures describe applications collected by PlanningTrack for Torbay Council, across all dates currently available. They are a partial dataset, rather than an authority-wide performance measure. The date range does not establish continuous historical coverage.
The approval percentage is approved records divided by approved plus refused records. Pending, withdrawn and unknown outcomes are excluded. No percentage is shown until there is an approved or refused record.
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