Planning applications in TQ2

242 Union Street Torquay TQ2 5QU

Change of use of commercial building (Class E) into 2 flats (Class C3).

28 Crownhill Rise Torquay TQ2 5LR

Construction of fencing, including reduction in current height, and siting of storage container and sheds (Retrospective).

49 Drake Avenue Torquay TQ2 6JL

T1 1 Veteran Oak (Quercus robur) The proposed works relate to the careful management of a mature Veteran Oak in order to maintain the tree in a safe condition while retaining its long-term amenity and ecological value. A programme of selective deadwood removal is proposed throughout the canopy to remove dead branch material up to approximately 100 mm in diameter, where reasonably practicable. The removal of smaller deadwood will help to reduce the risk of falling debris within the immediate vicinity of the tree, particularly in relation to nearby residential garden areas and potential target zones. In recognition of the tree?s veteran status, larger diameter deadwood will be retained where appropriate to preserve important habitat features and ecological value associated with veteran trees. In addition, it is proposed to reduce one primary limb extending over the garden area of 51 Drake Avenue (SE Aspect) by selectively pruning secondary and sub-lateral branch growth only, removing approximately 2.0 metres from the branch tips. This limited end-weight reduction will help to reduce encroachment over the neighbouring property and lessen the mechanical loading at the extremities of the limb, while fully retaining the primary structural framework of the branch and the overall form of the tree. The proposed works represent minor, sympathetic arboricultural management intended to maintain the tree in a safe and sustainable condition without materially altering its appearance or amenity contribution. Particular care will be taken to ensure that the tree?s veteran characteristics, habitat value, and natural crown structure are preserved. All pruning will be undertaken to suitable growth points using appropriate arboricultural techniques and carried out in accordance with BS 3998:2010 Tree Work: Recommendations. The proposed works are therefore considered proportionate, necessary, and in the interests of good arboricultural practice, helping to ensure the ongoing safe

108 Avenue Road Torquay TQ2 5LQ

Variation of condition in relation to P/2025/0607 (Construction of detached dwelling with parking and landscaping.): Condition P1 - (approved plans). Variation sought: enclose parking, bin and bike store to garage, add balcony at first floor of rear elevation and minor changes to fenestration.

Charter House Cockington Lane Torquay TQ2 6QT

Change of use from guest accommodation with owners' accommodation (C1) to single residential dwelling with parking, waste storage and amenity space (C3).

224 Newton Road Torquay TQ2 7JN

Formation of side and rear two story extension with additional windows on the (S) side elevation.

Courtlands Rawlyn Road Torquay TQ2 6PL

T1 - 1x Monterey Cypress (Cupressus macrocarpa)- Prune 1x primary branch overhanging Rawlyn Road on the southern aspect of the tree, cutting back to the main stem. Individual pruning wound shall not exceed 100 mm in diameter. Remove all dead and broken branches, including stubs from previous pruning operations, where such material exceeds 10 mm in diameter. Sever ivy at the base of the main stem to facilitate further inspection of the trees condition. Ivy shall be cut cleanly at the base of the trunk and carefully detached where practicable, avoiding unnecessary damage to the bark. The Monterey Cypress is situated adjacent to Rawlyn Road, with a primary limb extending over the public highway on the southern aspect of the canopy. The proposed works are limited and proportionate, intended to address highway clearance and remove defective material while retaining the overall form, health, and amenity value of the tree. It is proposed to prune one primary branch overhanging Rawlyn Road, cutting back to the main stem. The works will improve clearance over the highway and reduce the potential for branch failure over a publicly accessible area. Pruning will be undertaken in line with BS 3998:2010 ? Tree Work Recommendations, ensuring that individual pruning wounds do not exceed 100 mm in diameter and that appropriate arboricultural techniques are employed to promote good wound occlusion and long- term tree health. In addition, all dead, and broken branches will be removed from throughout the canopy, including redundant stubs remaining from previous pruning operations where such material exceeds 10 mm in diameter. The removal of deadwood will reduce the likelihood of falling debris and improve the safety of the tree in relation to nearby targets.

Loxbury Road Torquay TQ2 6RS

Installation of 10m light wooden pole.

O/S 5 Loxbury Road Torquay TQ2 6RS

Installation of 10m light wooden pole.

Ambrook Rousdown Road Torquay TQ2 6PB

Repairs to Flat 3 balcony, including replacing corroded steels and repairs to balcony deck. Reusing existing materials. (See accompanying PA P/2026/0143)

Ambrook Rousdown Road Torquay TQ2 6PB

Repairs to Flat 3 balcony, including replacing corroded steels and repairs to balcony deck. Reusing existing materials. (See accompanying LB P/2026/0144).

Millbank Solsbro Road Torquay TQ2 6PF

First floor extension on south west elevation (rear).

Courtlands Rawlyn Road Torquay TQ2 6PL

Conservation Area Tree Works Justification Group of Western Red Cedar & 1x Lawson Cypress (overhanging Brooklyn Lane) - Crown lift by removing secondary and sub-lateral branch growth only, to provide a vertical clearance of approximately 5.6 m between road level and the lowest foliage tips, thereby achieving the desired clearance. All pruning cuts will be back to the main stems. Trim the remaining roadside branches hard back away from the overhead BT cables to achieve a minimum clearance of 3 metres. All arisings to be removed from site and returned to a Devon Tree Services depot for recycling, leaving the area safe, clean, and tidy. The proposed works relate to a group of 2x Western Red Cedar (Thuja plicata) & 1x Lawson Cypress (Chamaecyparis lawsoniana) trees located adjacent to and overhanging Brooklyn Lane within a designated Conservation Area. The trees are established along the roadside boundary and have developed low lateral branch growth extending over the carriageway and towards overhead telecommunications apparatus (BT/Openreach cables). The purpose of the proposed works is to provide appropriate highway clearance and maintain safe separation from overhead infrastructure, whilst retaining the overall form, health, and amenity value of the trees. A crown lift to approximately 5.6 metres above road level is proposed through the selective removal of secondary and sub-lateral branches only, with all final pruning cuts made back to the main stems where appropriate. This will achieve suitable vertical clearance for vehicles using the lane, consistent with accepted highway clearance standards. In addition, selected roadside branches will be pruned back from the overhead BT cables to achieve a minimum clearance of approximately 3 metres, reducing the risk of future contact with telecommunications infrastructure and preventing ongoing maintenance issues. The proposed works are limited and proportionate, retaining the primary canopy framework and overall appearance

Drum Inn Cockington Lane Torquay TQ2 6XA

Installation of fixed line broadband apparatus.

10 Court Road Torquay TQ2 6SE

Extension to existing first floor roof terrace, replacement balustrading, installation of pergola and changes to fenestration to southwest (rear) elevation.

Corbyn Head Hotel Torbay Road Torquay TQ2 6RG

Variation of condition in relation to P/2020/0420 (Variation of Conditions relating to application P/2019/0699. Condition P1. Variation sought: Revisions to elevations and internal layout. Addition of one bedroom and car parking space. Reduction of building height and reduction in north-south building length. (The proposed development to which the application relates is situated within 10 metres of relevant railway land)): Condition 22 - (Restaurant, roof bar, spa and gym restriction to hotel guests only). Variation sought: Vary the wording of condition 22 to enable a 1 calendar year period for non-hotel guests to access restaurant, roof-top bar, spa and gym.

Torre Abbey Beach Catering And Paddleboard Hire Torre Abbey Beach Promenade Torquay TQ2 5JE

Installation of two cabins for non-motorised water sports rental and sale of food and drink, with associated refuse bins and seating area from 24th April to 6th October each year. Operation of catering van (up to 3m in length) over winter from 7th October to 23rd April. Temporary period of five years.

Ladbrokes 1 Vaughan Parade Torquay TQ2 5EG

Change of use from a former betting shop (sui generis) to a public house (sui generis) with changes to external signage (see accompanying Listed Building application P/2026/0357).

Cromdale 8 Mead Road Torquay TQ2 6TE

Variation of Condition relating to application P/2025/0079: Formation of extension to garage with workshop/garden store under. Condition: P1 - Approved Plans. Variation sought: Change of design from pitched roof to flat roof with parapet.

31 Manscombe Road Torquay TQ2 6ST

Variation of condition in relation to P/2025/0156 (Alterations to include removal of conservatory and construction of single storey extension to rear, refurbishment of existing terrace, replacement of car port, installation of glazing, veranda-style overhang to front and stonework cladding.): Condition P1 - (approved plans). Variation sought: retain existing extension and plant room to the rear (north) elevation.

41 Orkney Close Torquay TQ2 7DS

Formation of loft conversion with rear flat roof dormer and single velux window to front.

3 Roundhill Road Torquay TQ2 6TQ

Variation of Condition relating to application P/2025/0047: Alterations and improvements to include two storey extension to front, first floor extension to side, creation of additional parking and installation of two storey conservatory to rear. Condition: P1 - Approved Plans. Variation sought: amendment to design of rear extension.

31 Seymour Drive Torquay TQ2 8PY

Tree photo and work required attached

24 Peasland Road Torquay TQ2 8NY

Conversion of loft to include rear dormer with Juliet balcony, installation of velux windows to sides and replacement pitched roof porch to front.

The Acorn Centre Lummaton Cross Torquay TQ2 8ET

Removal of existing 15m monopole supporting 3 no. antennas on open headframe, and installation of 20m monopole supporting 6 no. antennas on open headframe, 1 no. 300mm transmission dish and ancillary development there to including 18 no Ericsson Radio Systems (ERS).

Flat 7 Wilverley Wheatridge Lane Torquay TQ2 6RB

T1 - 1 x Sycamore Re-pollard by cutting back to the established primary pollard points, with final cuts made at approximately 3.50 metres above ground level. The works shall create a well-balanced candelabra framework to encourage a sustainable and uniform branch structure for future growth. T2 - 1 x Sycamore Pollard to establish primary pollard points, with final cuts made at approximately 3.50 metres above ground level. The works shall create a well-balanced candelabra framework to encourage a sustainable and uniform branch structure for future growth. All works shall be carried out in accordance with BS 39982010 - Tree Work Recommendations. See attached TPO justification for reasons to support the work.

3 Quantocks Road Torquay TQ2 6UH

Formation of single storey side extension to replace existing garage. Widen dropped kerb and pavement crossover & formation of additional off street parking space. Erection of garden room in the rear garden for ancillary use with the host dwelling.

74 Barton Hill Road Torquay TQ2 8JA

Formation of dropped kerb over existing access.

111 Shiphay Lane Torquay TQ2 7BX

Formation of single-storey front extension to replace existing conservatory & extension to garage.

Rowcroft Avenue Road Torquay TQ2 5LS

T1: Mature Holm Oak: Crown reduce the height and lateral spread by approximately 3 - 3.5 metres, pruning branch tips back to suitable secondary growth points to retain a natural crown outline. Works to achieve a balanced canopy with no more than one-third of foliage removed in accordance with BS 3998:2010. Tree is heavily leaning towards neighbouring property and the canopy is all weighted in the same direction due to it being a woodland edge tree. The requested works are to help reduce excessive shading within the garden area. The tree is very imposing from the property with its heavy lean towards property and growing from bank at its canopy spread.

2 The Conifers Torquay TQ2 8NG

T001 - Oak - x2 lowest primary limbs East (over road) - To be removed back to the stem. The remaining lower crown to the East to be shaped accordingly (No more than 2m - All cuts to be at suitable pruning points). ///dots.plus.test T002 - Oak situated by school gates - Remove lowest primary limb to the West. Reduce x3 laterals by 3m to the West and North. ///gave.cable.juices

Hellinghay House Seaway Lane Torquay TQ2 6PW

Beech tree: To the rear of Hellinghay House behind garage and store. Any pruning to achieve crown reduction will be carried out as specified by BS3998 and will be as follows: 1). Reduce the tree from an existing height of 7.5 metres to a finished height of 6 metres. 2). Reduce crown extents from the current 3 metres to approximately 2.25 metres. This applies to the branches at all cardinal points. 3). Check for "crossed branches" dead branches, disease and rot.

7 Loxbury Road Torquay TQ2 6RS

T6 Cypress - Fell close to ground level T7 Cypress - Fell close to ground level

22 Grosvenor Close Torquay TQ2 7LB

Loft Conversion to include rooflights and installation of window at rear.

Cromdale 8 Mead Road Torquay TQ2 6TE

Non-Material Amendment to P/2025/0079. Amendments sought: Change from a pitch roof to a flat roof with a front facing parapet.

14 Purbeck Avenue Torquay TQ2 6UL

Proposed single storey side (W) and rear (S) gabled extensions and changes to fenestration.

Lanscombe Lodge Cottage Cockington Lane Torquay TQ2 6XA

T001 - Horse Chestnut - Prominent specimen with high amenity value; crown raised and reduced with large diameter pruning wounds of varying age; old pruning/tear out wounds x2 at SE and W, 3-5m with peripheral ribs of reaction wood, however the extent of coalesced decay is likely significant in such non-durable wood; strong growth response to previous crown reduction works indicates vitality overall for a tree of the species and age class is good; decay and dysfunction at old pruning wound sites throughout crown; anticipated mode of failure is the central leading stem or lateral primary limbs where decay is established at 3-5m, onto Cockington Lane - Crown reduction to previous pruning points, approximately 14m.

31 Manscombe Road Torquay TQ2 6ST

Non Material Amendment to P/2025/0156. Amendments sought: Minor amendment to rear elevation to retain existing extension and plant room area.

21 Welsury Road Torquay TQ2 7FW

Installation of air source heat pump to east (side) elevation of dwelling.

Railway Corridor (Edginswell Railway Station) Off Newton Road Torquay TQ2 7AH

Non-material amendment to P/2023/0708. Amendments sought: Wording amendments to condition 07 (Tree Protection) and condition 21 (Biodiversity).

The Derwent Hotel 22 - 42 Belgrave Road Torquay TQ2 5HS

New service link between the TLH Derwent and Victoria Hotels with landscaping improvements to historic entrance court.

Land At Melville Street Torquay TQ2 5SS

Erection of 3 x two bed terraced dwellings with garage & storage areas.

Rowcroft Avenue Road Torquay TQ2 5LS

T1 - x1 Holm Oak (Quercus ilex) Proposed works: Re-pollard the tree to approximately 6 metres above ground level, being approximately 3 metres above the previous historic pollard points. The tree is a previously managed pollard which has lapsed, resulting in elongated regrowth with increased end-weight. Re-instating the pollard is appropriate cyclical management. The current canopy contributes to excessive shading and loss of light to the adjacent dwelling and garden areas, negatively affecting residential amenity. Significant leaf debris and organic matter from the canopy is accumulating on the house and garage roofs, leading to persistent damp conditions and the development of algae/green growth, increasing maintenance requirements and risk of roof deterioration. The proposed height retains the tree in a sustainable, manageable form, preserving its long-term health and contribution to local amenity. T2 - x1 Lucombe Oak (Quercus - hispanica -Lucombeana?) Proposed works: Remove epicormic growth from the main stem up to the crown break, to a height of approximately 5.5 metres. Epicormic growth is dense and visually intrusive, detracting from the tree?s natural form and the amenity of the site. Removal will improve light penetration to the property and surrounding areas without affecting the main crown structure. Epicormic shoots can form weakly attached growth; removal improves structural clarity and long-term tree management. The works are minor, selective, and will not adversely affect the tree's overall health or amenity value.

Monterey Veille Lane Torquay TQ2 7HA

Formation of roof extension and internal alterations.

46 Seymour Drive Torquay TQ2 8PY

Beech Trees T1, T2 and T3 in G5 have fallen due to a mix of structural and physiological issues that made them unsafe. A large vertical cavity in the lower stem shows advanced internal decay and missing key structural parts have further weakened it. The bark and sapwood are deteriorating with exposed areas failing to heal or adapt, suggesting a low change of recovery. Together these problems create a clear risk of failure threatening nearby property and safety. Pruning isn't a viable option, so felling is advised to reduce the risk. T4 Beech Exising crown dimensions - Height Approx 17 Metres Lateral spread - Approx 10 metres average radius from stem Proposed Post Pruning Dimensions - Target Height Approx 14 metres Target Lateral Spread - Approx 7 metres average radius from stem Reduction Extent - Up to 3 metres across the upper and lateral canopy All cuts to be made back to suitable secondary growth points that are- Healthy and well placed to maintain natural form Capable of sustainging future growth No branch to be shortened by more than one-third of its length Maximum cut diameter 50 mm Final canopy shape - Even, balanced and naturalistic Objective - To mitigate increased wind exposure and load redistribtuion following the loss of adjacent trees T1-T3, enhancing T4's structural stability and safe retention.

30 Haywain Close Torquay TQ2 7SG

Oak (T3) - Risk-based crown management in accordance with BS3998:2010 (sections 7.3.2 and 7.7). Remove or shorten dysfunctional, dead, or fractured branches throughout the crown to reduce the likelihood of branch failure. Reduce outer lateral crown spread by up to 1.5m. All pruning cuts to be limited to =50mm diameter, retaining natural form and ensuring balanced crown structure. Works to be carried out using target pruning, avoiding flush cuts and excessive live-tissue removal. Objective: manage mechanical loading, reduce risk to garden users, and maintain long-term tree health and amenity value. Reason for work: To reduce the risk of branch failure over a frequently used seating area while preserving the tree's natural appearance and physiological function.

Snowdon Lodge Burridge Road Torquay TQ2 6HG

Oak T1 - Selective reduction of the NE and SE crown overhang to achieve adequate clearance above the adjacent public access lane, in line with the minimum highway clearance standard of 5.03 m. This is particularly important given the restricted manoeuvrability for larger vehicles near the bus stop, where safe passage must be maintained for public transport, service, and emergency vehicles.

Villa Rosa St Lukes Road South Torquay TQ2 5NZ

T1 - 1x Horse Chestnut Tree (Aesculus hippocastanum) Undertake selective crown lifting of primary and secondary branches overhanging the garden area of Villa Rosa. All pruning cuts are to be made back to the main stem, in order to achieve appropriate clearance while retaining the overall health, structural integrity and natural form of the tree (see annotated photo attached). All pruning operations shall be carried out in full accordance with BS 39982010 - Tree Work Recommendations, ensuring that final pruning cuts are made at suitable growth points and that unnecessary or excessive pruning is avoided. Individual pruning wounds shall not exceed 60 mm in diameter, thereby minimising physiological stress to the tree and reducing the risk of decay or dysfunction. All arisings generated from the works shall be removed from site and returned to a Devon Tree Services depot for recycling. Upon completion, the site shall be left in a safe, clean, and tidy condition. Justification The proposed selective pruning works to the Horse Chestnut (Aesculus hippocastanum) are intended to address issues of excessive shading and to manage branch growth extending over the garden area of Villa Rosa. The overhanging primary and secondary branches currently restrict natural daylight penetration, adversely affecting garden amenity and usability. In addition, a number of extended lateral branches exhibit increased end-weight and leverage beyond the garden boundary. Selective reduction back to suitable previous pruning points or, where necessary, to the main stem will reduce mechanical loading on these limbs and lower the risk of branch failure, particularly during periods of high wind or adverse weather. The proposed works are minor, targeted, and proportionate, and have been designed to retain the tree's overall health, structural integrity, and natural form. All pruning will be undertaken in full accordance with BS 3998:2010 - Tree Work: Recommendation.

Sherwell Valley Primary School Hawkins Avenue Torquay TQ2 6ES

Installation of X 5 A/C condensers, associated cable trays and acoustic enclosure. Installation of insulation and associated works.

Fosseway West St Agnes Lane Torquay TQ2 6QD

Variation of Appeal Condition relating to application P/2024/0475: Demolition of uPVC Porch and replacement with one storey extension with terrace. Condition: 02 - Approved Plans. Amendment sought: creation of extra space in extension.