Torbay Council
Planning applications.

1. DecidedAT/2026/0131

   5 Day Notice - Fell dead Ash tree. Significant Ash dieback with canopy 100% dead.

   Beau Vista 29 Whidborne Avenue Torquay TQ1 2PG

   Received 18 May 2026
2. DecidedAT/2026/0133

   The tree is situated in our front garden on the border with the house next door. The crown overhanging next door has been cut back to approximately four to five feet. The crown on our side of the garden has not been pruned (by the previous owners of our property); and as such is now twelve to fifteen wide. Our main area of concern is the fact that the branches are beginning to grow through the telephone wires that serve the house next door, and will begin to cause damage in the near future. If this work is done the tree will also begin to look more symmetrical and in fitting with the area.

   2A Keysfield Road Paignton TQ4 6EP

   Received 18 May 2026
3. DecidedAT/2026/0134

   Eucalyptus T1: The proposed works involve selective crown reduction of the eucalyptus on the building side only, shortening the long, phototropic lateral limb by up to three metres back to suitable secondary growth points. All pruning will be carried out in accordance with BS3998:2010, retaining branch collars, avoiding flush or stub cuts, and maintaining a natural crown form. Final cuts will be limited to approximately 50 mm in diameter, with only minor balancing cuts elsewhere, if required, to maintain symmetry. The works are necessary because the tree has developed a long phototropic limb extending towards the building, supported by an attachment that is carrying increased mechanical loading. This limb is now in direct conflict with the structure and is subject to elevated leverage and sail forces during wind events. Reducing it will lower end-weight, reduce bending stress at the attachment, and restore safe clearance while retaining the tree?s amenity value. The reduction is a proportionate and arboriculturally sound intervention that directly addresses the mechanical loading on the limb without resorting to removal.Overall, the proposed reduction represents the minimum necessary intervention to manage structural loading and building conflict. The tree remains viable, and removal is neither justified nor proportionate. Selective reduction provides an effective means of managing asymmetric crown development and phototropic extension while preserving the tree?s contribution to the landscape. According to historical records held by the planning department, this tree has never previously been subject to any formal tree work.

   Longdon Higher Erith Road Torquay TQ1 2NH

   Received 18 May 2026
4. DecidedP/2026/0326

   Change of use of existing dwellinghouse (Use Class C3) to a small-scale supported accommodation use (Use Class C2) for up to three young people aged 16-18, with associated staff support. No external alterations.

   13 Curledge Street Paignton TQ4 5BA

   Received 19 May 2026
5. RegisteredP/2026/0327

   Internal alterations to layout, replacement windows and erection of single storey extension to rear.

   213 Dartmouth Road Paignton TQ4 6LG

   Received 19 May 2026
6. DecidedP/2026/0328

   Construction of two storey extension to west (side) elevation, increase in ridge height including installation of roof lights to north and south roofscapes, enlargement of terrace to rear of dwelling, replacement porch to north (principal) elevation, demolition of existing single storey extension to south (rear) elevation and construction of 1.5 storey extension, changes to fenestration and associated works. [Revised site location plan and description of development]

   Brunel Court Watcombe Heights Road Torquay TQ1 4SG

   Received 19 May 2026
7. RegisteredP/2026/0330

   Demolition of existing building and construction of petrol filling station with ancillary retail store.

   Alan Kerr Limited Brixham Road Paignton TQ4 7BG

   Received 19 May 2026
8. RegisteredP/2026/0331

   Replace rear flat roof extensions with single wider flat roof extension to create open plan kitchen living area. External works to lower section of garden to create level access to new extension and add shallow ramps to lowered patio. Internal alterations to add two ensuites and new wc.

   2 Blue Waters Drive Paignton TQ4 6JE

   Received 20 May 2026
9. RegisteredP/2026/0332

   Change in ground levels for the provision of level playing pitches.

   Land At Clennon Valley Penwill Way Paignton

   Received 20 May 2026
10. DecidedAT/2026/0135

    T1 - Sweet Chestnut - Reduce the east (E) primary branch of the sweet chestnut that has sustained damage from the failed branch back to a suitable pruning point / point of origin in accordance with current arboricultural best practice.Remove damaged, torn, or fractured wood as necessary to leave a sound finished pruning wound. All material will be left on site. The FSC have also been made aware of these works.The proposed reduction of the damaged east primary branch is intended to lessen end-weight and reduce mechanical loading on the compromised structure, thereby mitigating the likelihood of further branch failure while retaining the branch for the long term where reasonably practicable.The extent of reduction has been specified to maintain sufficient live crown and preserve the existing branch framework and natural crown form in accordance with good arboricultural practice. Retention of the branch also allows the longitudinal split and associated wound features to develop as valuable habitat components, contributing to the tree?s ecological value and potential for habitat development over time.The works therefore seek to achieve an appropriate balance between risk management, tree retention, structural stability, and habitat conservation.

    Torquay Boys Grammar School Shiphay Manor Drive Torquay TQ2 7EL

    Received 20 May 2026
11. DecidedP/2026/0333

    Installation of first floor terrace/balcony to rear of dwelling, including glass balustrading and privacy screening.

    71 Penwill Way Paignton TQ4 5JQ

    Received 14 May 2026
12. DecidedP/2026/0334

    Replacement of rear balcony. New balcony to be formed in toughened glass, cladco composite decking, stainless steel cross struts. Balcony ends to be formed with opaque glass (1.8m high).

    5 Shapley Tor Close Brixham TQ5 0RF

    Received 21 May 2026
13. UnknownAT/2026/0136

    1. Ash tree at 2 Churston Road. The tree is to the north east of the house and is growing with in a meter of the side wall of the house. Due to distance from the house the trees branches are growing into the house and the roots are damaging the wall and pavement. For this reason we would like to remove the tree. 2. Dead tree in the hedge in front of Churston Court Farm. A hedge of trees run in front of Churston court farm, in front of one of the farm building one of the trees is clearly dead. For this reason we would like to remove the tree from the hedgerow.

    2 Churston Road Brixham TQ5 0HU

    Received 21 May 2026
14. DecidedP/2026/0335

    Installation of PVC underground duct, containing external fibre telecommunications cable. Installation of a fibre termination box (containing further cabling) to external wall.

    Torre Railway Station Newton Road Torquay TQ2 5EU

    Received 21 May 2026
15. UnknownAT/2026/0137

    T2897 - Sorbus (Sorbus aucuparia): Sectional dismantling to ground level due to structural concerns associated with low multi-stem unions, included bark and evidence of basal dysfunction.T2895 - Sycamore (Acer pseudoplatanus): Sectional dismantling to near ground level due to extensive stem decay, significant cavity formation and compromised structural integrity.T2896 - Norway Maple (Acer platanoides): Crown reduction by approximately 1.5?2.0 metres throughout the crown to reduce end-weight and improve crown balance, including removal of minor deadwood.T2892 - Pedunculate Oak (Quercus robur): Moderate crown reduction by approximately 1.5?2.0 metres throughout the outer crown extent to reduce loading associated with suspected internal stem dysfunction whilst retaining natural form.T2891, T2890, T2889, T2887 & T2884 - Sycamores (Acer pseudoplatanus): Crown reduction works between approximately 1.5-2.5 metres to reduce leverage and loading on co-dominant stems and included unions whilst retaining natural crown form and amenity value.T2886 - Pedunculate Oak (Quercus robur): Light crown reduction of extended lateral limbs by approximately 1.5-2.0 metres to improve crown balance and reduce end-weight loading.T2883 - Turkey Oak (Quercus cerris): Light crown reduction by approximately 1.5-2.0 metres to reduce loading on co-dominant stems and associated unions. Existing Cobra bracing system to be retained and monitored.T2882 - Monterey Cypress (Cupressus macrocarpa): Light crown reduction by approximately 1.5-2.0 metres radial spread together with removal of deadwood and fractured secondary limbs to reduce sail effect and loading on hollow stem sections.T2881 - Ornamental Cherry (Prunus spp.): Removal to ground level due to progressive structural dysfunction, decay and declining vitality. Stump grinding to be undertaken where practicable.T2898 and Group G001: Crown lifting to provide approximately 5.2 metres clearance above the adjacent roadway/highway to maintain v

    Office Address Ellesmere Lower Warberry Road Torquay TQ1 1TR

    Received 21 May 2026
16. DecidedAT/2026/0138

    T001 - Atlas Cedar (Cedrus atlantica): Undertake a light, sympathetic lateral crown reduction of approximately 1.0-1.5 metres on the dwelling-facing aspect only in order to reduce encroachment toward the adjacent property and maintain a suitable spatial relationship with the building. Works to retain the tree's natural form and balanced crown structure, with an estimated post-work crown spread of approximately 6.5-7.0 metres on the pruned aspect and approximately 8.0 metres elsewhere throughout the retained canopy.Concurrent removal of significant deadwood over identified target areas, including adjacent dwellings and gardens, is also proposed as part of routine tree management.The proposed works are considered minor and proportionate arboricultural management intended to implement early-stage crown maintenance through small diameter pruning cuts, thereby avoiding the need for more extensive pruning works in the future. All works are to be undertaken in accordance with BS3998:2010 by suitably qualified and insured arboricultural contractors.

    3 Overdale Close Torquay TQ2 8RD

    Received 21 May 2026
17. UnknownAT/2026/0139

    The following tree works are proposed in accordance with the recommendations contained within the Arboricultural Survey & Tree Risk Report prepared by Topp Tree Care Ltd dated 19 May 2026.The proposed works are intended to proactively manage mature Lime trees situated adjacent to residential dwellings, access roads, parking areas and pedestrian routes, in order to reduce excessive end-weight loading, mitigate foreseeable branch failure risk, and establish a sustainable cyclical management regime whilst retaining the significant amenity value of the tree population in accordance with BS3998:2010 Tree Work Recommendations.T0033, T0031, T0029, T0027, T0025, T0023, T0021, T0019, T0017, T0015, T0013 & T0011 European Lime (Tilia x europaea): Undertake selective and sympathetic crown reductions of approximately 2.0?3.0 metres throughout the outer canopy, with particular emphasis on reducing elongated lateral growth and excessive end-weight over adjacent dwellings, gardens, parking areas and access routes. Works to be carried out by reduction back to suitable secondary growth points whilst retaining a natural and balanced crown form appropriate to the species.T0007 ? European Lime (Tilia x europaea): Undertake a light crown reduction and selective end-weight reduction of approximately 1.5?2.0 metres to elongated lateral limbs and upper co-dominant scaffold structure to reduce mechanical loading and wind sail. Remove ivy from the lower stem and primary unions and undertake routine monitoring of the co-dominant union structure.T0005 & T0003 ? European Lime (Tilia x europaea): Undertake light crown reduction and selective end-weight reduction of approximately 10?15% throughout the outer canopy to reduce loading on historic scaffold unions and constrained basal structures adjacent to the retaining wall. Remove minor deadwood and ivy growth from the lower stem and buttress areas to facilitate future inspection and ongoing management.Group G001 ? European Lime Group: Remov

    Cary Castle Cary Castle Drive Torquay TQ1 4QZ

    Received 21 May 2026
18. DecidedAT/2026/0140

    Tree 1 Holm Oak 16m (h) 110cm (d) Cut back to previous approved cut, reducing excessive regrowth down by 4m to old cut previous pruning points bringing height down to 12m and radius to 8m equating to a 20% reductionThe radial spread will be 8metre post pruningTree 2 Holm Oak (multi stem) 15m (h) Cut back to previous cut points, reducing excessive regrowth by 4m to previous cut points reducing overall height to 11m and radius to 7m equating to a 15% reductionThe radial spread will be 7m post pruningTree 3 Holm Oak 12m(h) 1m(d) Cut back to previous cut points, reducing excessive regrowth by 4m to previous points bringing height down to 8m and radius to 12.5m equating to 20% reduction.The radial spread will be 12.5m post pruningOn all three trees no cutting any further than has previously been completed.

    Flat 1 Vernon Court Warren Road Torquay TQ2 5TR

    Received 22 May 2026
19. RegisteredP/2026/0336

    Replacement of wooden windows and front door with UPVC designs.

    Clifton Cary Park Torquay TQ1 3NH

    Received 22 May 2026
20. Awaiting decisionP/2026/0337

    Partial demolition and temporary stabilisation works to banqueting hall and boundary wall.

    Oldway Mansion Torquay Road Paignton TQ3 2TD

    Received 22 May 2026
21. DecidedP/2026/0338

    Construction of single storey extension to the side (E) and rear (N) which includes bifold doors and an extension to the existing dormer to the rear (N).

    28 Pentridge Avenue Torquay TQ2 6UN

    Received 26 May 2026
22. DecidedAT/2026/0141

    Boundary Trees on Lower Woodfield RoadT1 & T2 - 2 - Yew trees, T3 -1 - Turkey Oak and T4 & T5 - 2 - Holm Oaks located along the boundary adjacent to Lower Woodfield Road Crown lift to provide a vertical clearance of approximately 5.6 metres between ground level and the lowest foliage tips, pruning secondary and sub-lateral branch growth only, to achieve suitable highway regulations clearance. All works shall retain the natural form of the crown and avoid the creation of largepruning wounds. Individual pruning wounds shall not exceed 60 mm in diameter.T6 -1 - Mature Turkey Oak Remove 2 - dead branches overhanging the road, pruning back to suitable growth points. Dead branch Individual pruning wounds shall not exceed 60 mm in diameter.T7 - 1 - Austrian Pine Crown lift by removing the lowest primary branch to provide a vertical clearance of approximately 5.6 metres above road level, pruning back to the main stem to achieve highway regulation height.Reduce 1 - lateral primary branch overhanging the road & overhead BT Cable by removing approximately 2.0 metres from the branch tips, pruning back to suitable growth points.All works shall retain the natural form of the crown and avoid the creation of large pruning wounds. Individual pruning wounds shall not exceed 60 mm in diameter.Boundary Tree on Higher Woodfield RoadT8 - 1 - Common Pear Tree Crown lift to provide a vertical clearance of approximately 5.6 metres above road level, pruning secondary and sub-lateral branch growth only, to achieve regulation highway height clearance.All works shall retain the natural form of the crown and avoid the creation of large pruning wounds. Individual pruning wounds shall not exceed 40 mm in diameter. All works to be carried out in accordance with BS 39982010 Tree Work - Recommendations.Justification and reasons for work within the attached document

    Woodfield Court Higher Woodfield Road Torquay TQ1 2LD

    Received 26 May 2026
23. RegisteredP/2026/0341

    Conversion of loft and installation of roof light to front and rear and balcony rooflight to rear.

    Pilots Rest 47A Overgang Road Brixham TQ5 8AR

    Received 27 May 2026
24. DecidedP/2026/0342

    Replacement of window with fire door and glazed side panels and replacement doors. Removal of four parking spaces to install ramp access to fire doors and relocation of bike store.

    Unit D Westfield Business Park Long Road Paignton TQ4 7AU

    Received 27 May 2026

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