Planning applications in Exeter, May 2026

Ground Floor Flat 39 Powderham Crescent Exeter EX4 6BZ

Magnolia tree, reduction in growth by 50% to prevent growth into neighbouring properties and keep at manageable size

41 Somerset Avenue Exeter EX4 1LW

Erection of gable end extension, replacement dormer to the rear roof slope and installation of two rooflights to the principal elevation, with associated internal alterations and external works.

26 Isleworth Road Exeter EX4 1QU

Single-storey and two-storey rear extension; hip-to-gable roof extension with a rear flat roof dormer, roof light and side facing window; replacement of all window and doors.

19 Warwick Road Exeter EX1 3EY

Single storey rear extension.

12 Monmouth Street Topsham EX3 0AJ

Tree 1 - Lillac Request to reduce height and spread of lilac by 1-2ft, take back to a suitable side branch, leaving a natural form. This will lightly thin the canopy and reduce the weight of the branches, to avoid branch failure. The low horizontal branch could be heavily shortened back also, to reduce the possibility of failure. Tree 2 - Mulberry Request to reduce mulberry crown by 1-3ft, the branch on the western side of the tree to be shortened back by 2-4ft, shorten back to a suitable side branch, leaving a natural form. Lightly thin the canopy, taking out any crossing branches. There are signs of the root plate lifting, this reduction should take weight out of the tree.

64 Monks Road Exeter EX4 7BB

Installation of four solar panels to the front roof.

8 Richmond Court St Davids Exeter EX4 3RA

Garage conversion including replacement of garage door with casement window to match existing.

Exeter College Queen Street Exeter EX4 3SR

Discharge conditions 11 (Travel Plan), 13 (Plant Details), 14 (Cycle Parking Details) and 17 (Detailed Landscaping Scheme) of planning permission 25/0941/FUL - Construction of new 3 storey SEND classroom building and associated external works.

15 Alexandra Terrace Exeter EX4 6SY

Proposed loft conversion, rear dormer, conservation roof lights and associated works

15 Thornton Hill Exeter EX4 4NN

Certificate of Lawfulness to install 1x roof light to front elevation.

190 Topsham Road Exeter EX2 4SH

Hip to gable roof conversion and erection of a flat roof rear dormer

36 South Lawn Terrace Exeter EX1 2SJ

Loft conversion with 3x roof lights to front elevation and dormer to rear elevation.

7A Parkfield Way Topsham EX3 0DP

Hawthorn (Tree 1) - request to reduce height of hawthorn by 6-7ft and shorten back sides by 1-2ft, take back to a suitable side branch to leave a natural form. Clear tree off shed roof by 1-2ft and crown lift canopy to 7ft

Revolution 79 - 82 Queen Street Exeter EX4 3RP

Minor reconfiguration of modern internal partitions, alterations to the bar at ground and first floors and associated works

72 Bovemoors Lane Exeter EX2 5BP

Retention of office outbuilding in rear garden

1 Whipton Village Road Exeter EX4 8AN

Change of use of from dwelling (C3 use) to 9 person HMO (sui generis use). Alterations including attic conversion, and replacement windows.

54 Union Road Exeter EX4 6HU

House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) for six people (C4 use) (Certificate of lawfulness of existing use)

Land On South Side Of Gipsy Hill Lane, West Of Pinhoe Lodge.

Erection of six 2-storey detached dwellings.

14 Stanwey Exeter EX1 3DR

Single-storey rear extension measuring 4.2 m deep x 3.0 max height x 3.0 m height of eaves.

64 Alphington Road Exeter EX2 8HX

Fruit Tree pruning in accordance with BS 3998:2010 Tree Work Recommendations. T1 Pear Tree Reduce the overall canopy of the tree as follows: Reduce the height of the tree by approximately 2.0 m, leaving a final overall height of 4.0 m. Reduce the radial crown spread by approximately 2.0 m, leaving a final radial spread of 3.0m at all compass points. All works shall retain the trees main framework and natural form, maintaining a high proportion of the foliage-bearing structure. Crown lift by removing secondary and sub-lateral branch growth only, to provide a vertical clearance of approximately 1.80 m between ground level and the lowest foliage tips, thereby achieving the desired clearance. All final pruning cuts shall be made at suitable growth points in accordance with BS 3998:2010 Tree Work Recommendations. Individual pruning wounds shall not exceed 60 mm in diameter. T2,3,4 & 5 Apple Trees Reduce the overall canopy of the tree as follows: Reduce the height of the tree by approximately 2.0 m, leaving a final overall height of 4.0 m. Reduce the radial crown spread by approximately 2.0 m, leaving a final radial spread of 3.50m at all compass points. All works shall retain the trees main framework and natural form, maintaining a high proportion of the foliage-bearing structure. Crown lift by removing secondary and sub-lateral branch growth only, to provide a vertical clearance of approximately 1.80 m between ground level and the lowest foliage tips, thereby achieving the desired clearance. All final pruning cuts shall be made at suitable growth points in accordance with BS 3998:2010 Tree Work Recommendations. Individual pruning wounds shall not exceed 60 mm in diameter.

Land Off Newcourt Road Newcourt Road Topsham

Application for approval of details pursuant to Conditions 5 (BNG), 6 (Drainage), 7 (SuDS - management/maintenance), 13 (Highways Associated Infrastructure) and 20 (External Lighting Details) of planning permission 24/1425/FUL - Residential development of 27 dwellings (including 35% affordable housing), access from Newcourt Road and associated works on land at Newcourt Road, Topsham.

33 Portland Street Exeter EX1 2EG

Prior approval for construction of single storey rear extension measuring 6m deep x 3m max height x 2.83m eaves height.

Riversmeet Boathouse Bowling Green Road Riversmeet Topsham EX3 0BE

Beech - Dismantle to near ground level

Alphington Sports Club Church Road Alphington Exeter EX2 8SW

Installation of 6 x 15m high floodlight columns for the football pitch

Riversmeet House Bowling Green Road Riversmeet Topsham EX3 0BE

Internal alterations to basement, including partial removal of internal partition wall, proposed nibs and downstand to form opening and alterations to existing staircase.

8 Southernhay West Exeter EX1 1JG

Proposed refurbishment including changes to internal layout, new staircase and plant room

88 Magdalen Road Exeter EX2 4TU

Prior approval for construction of single storey rear extension measuring 5.1m deep x 3.58m high x 3m eaves height.

Royal Devon And Exeter Hospital Barrack Road Exeter

Discharge of condition 4 of Planning Permission Ref. 25/1760/VOC, granted on 20 January 2026, relating to biodiversity enhancements

9 Summer Lane Exeter EX4 8BY

The tree is T3 on the attached Tree Survey from 2025. A recent inspection of the tree has noted some dieback and dead wood. The recommendation is to lift the crown to 3m from the ground.

12 Park Road Exeter EX1 2HP

T1 Cypress of the submitted MWA Arboricultural Report Works: Remove (fell) to ground level. S1 Cotinus of the submitted MWA Arboricultural Report Works: Remove (fell) to near ground level and treat stump to inhibit regrowth. Reason: Clay shrinkage subsidence damage at the subject property. Note: It is also intended that the works to S2 Pyracantha of the submitted MWA Arboricultural Report are carried out but it is deemed that no s.211 notification is necessary in this respect.

Former Walled Garden Adjacent To Reed Mews Mardon Hill Exeter

Discharge condition 9 (Habitat Management and Monitoring Plan) and the statutory biodiversity gain condition of planning permission 25/0098/FUL - Partial demolition of the existing garden walls and workshops and construction of a part two, part three storey educational building for teaching and research use and associated landscaping, including temporary enabling works.

Pilton Cottage Harts Lane Exeter EX1 3RD

T4 Horse chestnut Crown reduction by 20% Tree has grown too large for permitted space as branches are overhanging and touching the house.

Royal Devon And Exeter Hospital Gladstone Road Exeter EX1 2ED

Discharge conditions 3 (CEMP), 4 (Drainage), 5 (Biodiversity Gain Plan) and 6 (Materials) of planning permission 25/1430/FUL - Extensions to the existing buildings to provide a new Elective Surgery facility including additional theatres, recovery areas, staff and storage spaces, with associated internal refurbishments and external landscaping at Heavitree Hospital.

Ernsborough Court Fairpark Road Exeter EX2 4HL

T1 - Copper Beech - Prune the lateral growth on the eastern face of the tree, to gain a clearance from the building of 1.5 metres. Pruning cuts restricted to 4-6cm. Natural target pruning to appropriate growth points, no greater than third diameter of parent branches. Reasons - to prevent branches touching the property. There are currently a number of smaller branches that touch the property. This work will ensure that pruning work is restricted to small cuts sizes that should not affect the vigour, health, or aesthetic value of the tree.

The Old Coal Yard Exmouth Junction Mount Pleasant Road Exeter EX4 7AE

Construction of 299 'Build to Rent' residential apartments together with associated public realm, landscaping, car and cycle parking.

1 Weirfield House Larkbeare Road Exeter EX2 4DJ

Monterey Cypress with broken branches, likely storm damage. Removal of hanging branch in northern crown. Crown lift to 6m above ground level on north, east, and west sides, including storm damaged branches

2 River View Glasshouse Lane Exeter EX2 7BY

Certificate of Lawfulness for the like for like rebuilding of a collapsed masonry chimney, including a new concrete pad foundation.

7 Mont Le Grand Exeter EX1 2PD

To create an opening between the kitchen and a reinstated dining room

51 Argyll Road Exeter EX4 4RX

Variation of condition 2 (approved plans) of 24/0861/FUL (Two-storey rear extension) for amended plans to confirm accurate GIA.

Centurion Mill Business Park Kestrel Way Sowton Industrial Estate Exeter EX2 7LA

Change of use of part of the building from B8 (storage/distribution) use to F.1 (education) use (excluding the existing Greggs which will remain in its current Class E use).

10 Parkfield Way Topsham EX3 0DP

Tree 1 - Cherry Request to reduce height and spread of cherry by 1-2ft, take back to a suitable side branch, leaving a natural form at the customers desired size and shape. Thin canopy to allow more light through, remove crossing branches and water shoots. Tree 2 - Bay Desired option for T2 - request to remove bay tree and grind out stump. Replace tree with a native species. Alternative option for T2 - request to reduce height of bay by 2-3ft (no. 10s gutter height) and shorten sides by 2-3ft, take back to a suitable side branch, leaving a natural form. Crown lift to 7ft on higher side (NE), match in lower side (SW). Tree 3 - Crab apple Request to reduce crab apple in front garden by 3-4ft in height and shorten sides by 1-2ft, shorten back to a suitable side branch, leaving a tighter and natural form at the customers desired size and shape. Lightly thin canopy also. This work will reduce the overhanging branches over the public right of way.

9 Parkfield Way Topsham EX3 0DP

Liquidambar (Tree 1) Request to reduce height of liquidambar by 5-6ft and shorten back sides by 1-3ft, cut back to a suitable side branch to leave a natural form at the customers desired size and shape. Clear lower branches of tree off garage roof by 2-3ft and crown lift canopy to 7ft. Thin inside canopy, remove crossing branches and water shoots.

23 Gandy Street Exeter EX4 3LS

Repairs to existing stone lintels serving attic dormer windows to the Gandy Street elevation, including temporary support, localised stone repairs, crack stitching, lime mortar repointing and associated leadwork repairs.

45 Whipton Lane Exeter EX1 3DJ

Hip to gable roof enlargement, rear flat roof dormer and single storey brick extension, 2x front roof lights and 2x windows at first floor level on southwest side elevation wall.

17 Waverley Avenue Exeter EX4 4NL

Rear, side infill extension to form kitchen and dining areas

1 Bicton Place Exeter EX1 2PF

Repair of existing first floor arched window on rear with the replacement of rotten frame and bottom sash section to match existing design. New glazing in lower section to be conservation double glazed units.

4 Belvidere Road Exeter EX4 4RU

Re-roofing of house and garage. Installation of surface mounted PV panels to roof.

8 Courtenay Gardens Exeter EX2 8UJ

Proposed single storey side extension to replace existing conservatory

19 Argyll Road Exeter EX4 4RX

First floor extension and remodelling of existing dwelling

Exeter College Further Education Hele Road Exeter EX4 4JS

Turkey Oak. The tree has evident rot pockets in main unions and has been pollarded before. We are looking to repollard back at the old points.