1 Matford Road Exeter EX2 4PE

This site has had 3 applications since 2024: 3 approved, 0 refused.

• 25/1355/TPO Granted

  1 Matford Road Exeter EX2 4PE

  T1 - Chestnut Suggested Works: Crown reduce entire tree by up to 2 metres, Maximum Diameter of Cuts 75mm Existing dimensions: Canopy spread: east to west - 10m, north to south - 12m Height estimated at 12m Rationale: These works are proposed as part of the reasonable and responsible maintenance of this large boundary tree, the canopy of which extends over the neighbouring property.

  Decided 31 Oct 2025 Trees
• 24/1329/TPO Granted

  1 Matford Road Exeter EX2 4PE

  T1 - Sycamore. Reduce southern aspect by 2m, maximum diameter of cut (MDC) 40mm. T2 - Sycamore. Reduce lower third of southern canopy by 1.5m, MDC 30mm T4 - Turkey Oak. Reduce height by approximately 6m to suitable growth points, MDC 175-200mm. Reduce north, south & west aspects by up to 3m, MDC 75mm. Reduce large eastern limb by 4-5m, MDC 125mm. Remove major hazardous deadwood. Reason for works: T1 & T2 are causing a nuisance to the neighbouring property 'Oakdene', over-dominance of their outdoor space and multiple branches have broken tiles and guttering of outbuildings. These works are considered arboriculturally appropriate. T4 is a fine mature specimen with a broad spreading canopy. Detailed inspection carried out in July 2021 showed multiple issue around the base of the tree; multiple fungi were present, Ganoderma resinaceum and Kretzschmaria deusta, both of which are known to be an aggressive decay fungi. Resistograph microdrill testing was carried out in 2021 and results show there has been a reduction in structural integrity. See report and drill testing results for further detail. The tree has been re-inspected more recently (October 2024) and conditions are not thought to have improved. Due to the tree's location with 1 Matford Rd, Oakdene and Matford Road a crown reduction is essential to reduce loadings at the base of the tree to reduce the significant risk of failure and to ensure the tree's longevity.

  Decided 11 Dec 2024 Trees

1. 23 Sep 2025

   Received by Exeter

2. 7 Nov 2025

   Decision issued: Permitted

3. 26 Jul 2026

   Added to PlanIndex

Exeter granted permission on 7 November 2025, 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.

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• 1 Matford Road Exeter EX2 4PE

  24/1329/TPO Submitted 5 Nov 2024 0.1 miles away

  T1 - Sycamore. Reduce southern aspect by 2m, maximum diameter of cut (MDC) 40mm. T2 - Sycamore. Reduce lower third of southern canopy by 1.5m, MDC 30mm T4 - Turkey Oak. Reduce height by approximately 6m to suitable growth points, MDC 175-200mm. Reduce north, south & west aspects by up to 3m, MDC 75mm. Reduce large eastern limb by 4-5m, MDC 125mm. Remove major hazardous deadwood. Reason for works: T1 & T2 are causing a nuisance to the neighbouring property 'Oakdene', over-dominance of their outdoor space and multiple branches have broken tiles and guttering of outbuildings. These works are considered arboriculturally appropriate. T4 is a fine mature specimen with a broad spreading canopy. Detailed inspection carried out in July 2021 showed multiple issue around the base of the tree; multiple fungi were present, Ganoderma resinaceum and Kretzschmaria deusta, both of which are known to be an aggressive decay fungi. Resistograph microdrill testing was carried out in 2021 and results show there has been a reduction in structural integrity. See report and drill testing results for further detail. The tree has been re-inspected more recently (October 2024) and conditions are not thought to have improved. Due to the tree's location with 1 Matford Rd, Oakdene and Matford Road a crown reduction is essential to reduce loadings at the base of the tree to reduce the significant risk of failure and to ensure the tree's longevity.

  Granted Trees 7 docs

• 1 Matford Road Exeter EX2 4PE

  25/1355/TPO Submitted 30 Sep 2025 0.1 miles away

  T1 - Chestnut Suggested Works: Crown reduce entire tree by up to 2 metres, Maximum Diameter of Cuts 75mm Existing dimensions: Canopy spread: east to west - 10m, north to south - 12m Height estimated at 12m Rationale: These works are proposed as part of the reasonable and responsible maintenance of this large boundary tree, the canopy of which extends over the neighbouring property.

  Granted Trees 4 docs

• Lahill Matford Road Exeter Devon EX2 4PE

  23/0244/FUL Submitted 23 Feb 2023 0.1 miles away

  Installation of a motorised sliding slatted timber gate, painted in grey

  Granted Full applications 13 docs

• The Gables Matford Road Exeter EX2 4PE

  24/1274/CAT Submitted 24 Oct 2024 0.1 miles away

  T1 - Liquidambar - Prune back the lateral branches to gain a 2 metre clearance from the house. Area shown on the plan is an approximate indication of pruning to be carried out. Diameter size of pruning cut to be no greater than 4cm - Crown lift from the lawn area only, to gain a 2 metre clearance above ground level. Diameter cuts no greater than 3cm. Reasons: to prevent the tree from contacting the house in higher winds. To enable lawn mowing.

  Granted Trees 5 docs

• 2 Matford Lane Exeter EX2 4PS

  24/1290/FUL Submitted 29 Oct 2024 0.1 miles away

  Single storey side extension

  Granted Full applications Extension 18 docs
  Small domestic

• 6 Matford Lane Exeter EX2 4PS

  24/0933/LPD Submitted 14 Aug 2024 0.1 miles away

  Development over 4 phases including single storey rear extensions, front and side porches, two outbuildings in the rear garden, additional and replacement doors and windows on dwelling and garage, rendering and painting of walls to dwelling, solar panels and rooflights on dwelling including extensions, removal of chimney, resurfacing of front driveway, new boundary gates, installation of 3 electric vehicle charging points, Air Source Heat Pump, CCTV and external wall insulation on dwelling including extensions, porches and garage

  Refused Lawful development Extension Loft or dormer +1 28 docs
  Small domestic

• 26/1363/VOC Awaiting decision

  12 Cherry Tree Close Exeter EX4 5AT

  Variation of condition 2 (plans) of planning permission 21/0993/FUL (Combined single and two storey rear extension with raised platform at ground floor level) to extend the decking around the side of the property

  Received 9 Sep, published by the council 17 Sep 2026 Amendments
• 26/1114/NMA Granted

  1 Higher Riverdale Exe Street Topsham EX3 0JL

  Non-material amendments to Planning Permission Ref. 25/1413/FUL, granted 11 February 2026, relating to position of dwelling on site, new window on north-east elevation, splayed wall and internal layout reconfiguration on ground floor

  Received 24 Jul, published by the council 5 Sep 2026 Amendments
• 26/1281/NMA Granted

  54 Queens Road Exeter EX2 9EP

  Non-material amendment to planning permission 25/1728/FUL to increase the depth of the approved single-storey rear extension by 300mm.

  Received 25 Aug, published by the council 2 Sep 2026 Amendments
• 26/1204/NMA Granted

  Tithebarn Development Land Tithebarn Lane Exeter

  Non-material amendment to reserved matters approval 18/0789/RES to replace drawing number 17023 LS 02 P5 ('Landscape Strategy Plan') with drawing number 17023 LS 02 P11 ('Landscape Strategy Plan') and add drawing number 1429 0565 P3 ('Site Location Plan. Detailed Long-Section Through Culvert. Cross-Section Through Culvert. Headwall Detail.') to adjust routing of 'Base Earth Track'.

  Received 10 Aug, published by the council 23 Aug 2026 Amendments
• 26/1228/VOC Awaiting decision

  The Harlequin Centre Paul Street Exeter EX4 3TT

  Development of two Co-Living (Sui Generis) accommodation blocks, following demolition of existing shopping centre and pedestrian bridge, change of use of upper floors of 21-22 Queen Street to Co-Living (Sui Generis), and all associated works including parking, landscaping, amenity areas, public realm improvements, new pedestrian bridge and provision of heritage interpretation kiosk. (Variation of condition 2 of planning permission 21/1104/FUL to supersede the approved plans with new plans showing a revised mix of accommodation, internal layout changes, minor external layout changes, omission of new pedestrian bridge, and revised energy strategy with corresponding changes to roof plans and plant, and removal of condition 19.)

  Received 13 Aug, published by the council 16 Aug 2026 Amendments