4 Lovelace Gardens Exeter Devon EX2 8XQ

1. 27 Mar 2023

   Received by Exeter

2. 6 Apr 2023

   Decision issued: Permitted

3. 12 Aug 2026

   Added to PlanIndex

Exeter granted permission on 6 April 2023, subject to any conditions on the decision notice. Work must normally begin within three years or the permission lapses. More in our guide to what happens after a planning decision.

Applications for works to trees cover protected trees: consent under a tree preservation order, or six weeks notice for trees in a conservation area. More in our guide to planning application types.

• 7 Lovelace Gardens Exeter EX2 8XQ

  23/1227/NMA Submitted 6 Oct 2023 50 yards away

  We are extending the extensive green area at the rear. The added green roof will not be visible from the front elevation or the street.

  Granted Amendments 10 docs

• 7 Westcombe Exeter EX2 8GH

  26/0153/TPO Submitted 2 Feb 2026 50 yards away

  T1 Walnut. Fell. Tree is dead.

  Granted Trees 4 docs

• 4 Lovelace Gardens Exeter EX2 8XQ

  26/0786/TPO Submitted 2 Jun 2026 50 yards away

  We believe the tree to be a European Birch. We would ideally like to reduce the volume of the tree - taking the branches back around 2000mm from our property, reducing the amount that overhangs the patio area where our daughter exercises. As well as recent photographs, we have also included a covering letter outlining our requests, and more so, the reasons why.

  Granted Trees 8 docs

• 2 Westcombe Exeter EX2 8GH

  26/0395/TPO Submitted 18 Mar 2026 100 yards away

  T1 - 1Silver Birch (Betula pendula) Carry out a crown reduction in height, pruning the upper canopy back to the previously established pruning points, whilst selectively reducing and shaping the remaining canopy to maintain a balanced and natural crown form. The lower branches are to be retained to allow for the continued use of bird feeders currently installed within the lower canopy. All pruning cuts shall be made to suitable growth points in accordance with BS 39982010 - Tree Work Recommendations, ensuring the long-term health and structural integrity of the tree. All arisings generated from the works shall be removed from site and returned to a Devon Tree Services Ltd depot for recycling, leaving the area safe, clean, and tidy upon completion. Justification The proposed works seek to undertake a modest crown reduction to the height of the Silver Birch by approximately 1.5 metres, returning the canopy to either approximately 4.5 metres in height or to previous pruning points. The radial spread of the crown will remain unchanged. The tree is of relatively small stature and is located in close proximity to the adjacent property at 2 Westcombe, where it contributes to shading of internal living spaces and the immediate garden area. The proposed reduction is considered proportionate and necessary to increase natural light levels to the neighbouring property, thereby improving residential amenity. The specification has been carefully designed to ensure that the works are limited in scope and will not adversely affect the long-term health, structural integrity, or visual amenity of the tree. The main framework of the crown will be retained, and a high proportion of the foliage-bearing structure will remain following the works. All pruning cuts will be made back to suitable growth points in accordance with BS 3998:2010Tree Work Recommendations, with individual pruning wounds restricted to a maximum of 40 mm in diameter.

  Granted Trees 4 docs

• Church View Rectory Drive Exeter Devon EX2 8XJ

  23/0124/TPO Submitted 29 Jan 2023 100 yards away

  Beech tree (T1): This tree was last trimmed back in 2015 following confirmation by Sarah Jenkins. The initial discussion with Joe Morshead regarding this application on 07/11/ 2022 resulted in the recommendation to engage our tree surgeon Bill of Greentrees to proceed with the application. It was agreed that a trimming back of growth overhanging the buildings will be acceptable. Greentree's advice is as follows: Remove new secondary growth on side (overhanging our house) and trim back one branch 150mm thick in 10m height at close proximity to the roof of the extension (see photos)

  Granted Trees 6 docs

• 1 Chudleigh Road Exeter EX2 8TS

  23/1101/LBC Submitted 1 Sep 2023 100 yards away

  Retentions of demolished and remodelled front boundary wall with changes to access and parking.

  Granted Heritage and listed buildings Demolition 24 docs
  Small domestic

• 26/1484/CAT Awaiting decision

  1 Longacres Exeter EX2 4LW

  Magnolia Tree adjacent to wall adjoining the Old Rectory in Matford Lane. The magnolia is to be reduced by appoximately 5 metres to the level of the previous reduction. The neighbours in the adjoining property, The Old Rectory in Matford Lane, are supportive of the proposal. Ginko Tree next to and damaging the ancient cob wall between 1 Long Acres and the properties in Wayland Avenue. The Ginko is to be cut down to a height of between 1 and 2 metres to hopefully enable it to regrow but pruned regularly on the wall side of the trunk to train it away from the wall.

  Received 6 Oct, published by the council 9 Oct 2026 Trees
• 26/1479/TPO Awaiting decision

  Lucombe Court Stadium Way Exeter EX4 6JX

  T1 - Oak - Reduce the canopy by approximately 3-4m on all aspects. This work will be carried out under a road closure for one of the working days. Remove the self-set holly, oak and buddleia to near ground level. Please see supporting subsidence tree report regarding damage to the structure supplied by our client

  Received 5 Oct, published by the council 9 Oct 2026 Trees
• 26/1474/CAT Awaiting decision

  27 St Leonards Road Exeter EX2 4LA

  T1 Beech. Remove first four branches growing across kitchen window. Cut back from building to give 2m clearance.

  Received 4 Oct, published by the council 6 Oct 2026 Trees
• 26/1342/CAT Granted

  25 Matford Avenue Exeter EX2 4PL

  Magnolia denudata currently approx 6 metres high, and spreading. To be shaped and slightly reduced in height Height reduction 1.5 metres Spread reduction (all round) 1 metre

  Received 4 Sep, published by the council 17 Sep 2026 Trees
• 26/1161/TPO Refused

  19 Falkland Close Exeter EX4 5EZ

  Oak tree on no mans land embankment which over looks garden of 18 Falkland Close, Exeter, EX4 5EZ. It has a large branch overhanging our garden. Tree surgeon Mitchell Tree Surgery has visited site and advised it needs to be removed. He says it is a large overhanging heavy limb which could cause considerable damage. Last year a large branch from a neighbouring oak next to It came down in a storm and caused damage. Our neighbours in number 18 and ourselves are concerned about this particular branch we wish to report to be removed. The tree itself has grown to 60 foot plus range and we all feel our houses are at risk. Sketch plan attached

  Received 4 Aug, published by the council 16 Aug 2026 Trees