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2,580 applications. 81% approved. 61 days to decide.
As of September 2026, PlanIndex holds 2,580 planning applications from Torbay. 796 were decided in the trailing 12 months, with 81% of clear-cut outcomes approved.
Torbay: 933 applications received in the last year, 796 decisions published.
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All applications
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AT/2026/0269 Awaiting decision
8 Ben Venue Close Torquay TQ1 1RX
T1 - Western Red Cedar Proposed works: Fell Reason for works T1 is an established Western red cedar growing in exceptionally close proximity to an existing stone boundary wall. Photographic evidence indicates that the lower stem is in direct contact with the masonry, creating a physical conflict between the tree and the structure. Continued radial growth of the stem could exert further pressure on the wall, resulting in progressive displacement and deterioration of the masonry. The close relationship between the stem and the wall also restricts access for inspection, maintenance and necessary repairs. The tree's position presents a long-term management conflict. Crown reduction would not resolve the fundamental issue at the base of the tree, as it would not prevent continued radial stem growth. Felling is recommended as a permanent way to resolve the physical conflict between the tree and the boundary wall, prevent further interference from stem growth, and facilitate any necessary structural repairs. This recommendation is based primarily on the tree's unsuitable position relative to the existing structure and the limited practical options for a sustainable long-term solution. Based on its apparent size and maturity, it is possible that the tree was planted after the original Tree Preservation Order (TPO) was established.
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AT/2026/0271 Awaiting decision
8 Cecil Avenue Paignton TQ3 1LW
T1 - Holm Oak Recommended works: Establish a pollard framework by removing the three substantial lateral branches at the positions indicated by the red markings in Photograph 3. The proposed works are intended to reduce the extensive lateral crown and associated mechanical loading from the tree's pronounced lean, while retaining the tree. Cyclical management: Following establishment, implement a seven-year cyclical pollarding regime to manage regrowth, control crown size, and limit excessive loading on the retained framework. Inspect the developing pollard heads periodically, particularly during the initial establishment period, to assess shoot attachment, structural condition and physiological response. All works should be undertaken in accordance with BS 3998:2010, subject to confirmation that the proposed cutting positions and degree of crown removal are appropriate following an on-site assessment. The seven-year interval is the proposed management objective and should be reviewed based on the tree's regrowth and structural condition.
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AT/2026/0270 Awaiting decision
Flat 1 Greenwood Torwood Gardens Road Torquay TQ1 1EQ
T1 Mimosa Proposed works: Fell Mature Mimosa situated within a confined residential garden in a Conservation Area, immediately adjacent to a masonry boundary wall and nearby buildings. The presence of Ganoderma fruiting bodies at the base of the tree indicates a potential wood-decay infection. The tree also exhibits an irregular crown with apparent dieback and is growing within a severely restricted environment. Its proximity to residential property, garden areas and the public highway increases the potential consequences of structural failure. Felling is proposed on the grounds of suspected basal decay, apparent crown deterioration and the tree's restricted location.
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AT/2026/0266 Awaiting decision
9 The Hayes Brixham TQ5 0JB
1x Willow Tree - Sectionally dismantle and fell the tree to leave a finished standing stem height of approximately 1.5 m above ground level.
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AT/2026/0267 Awaiting decision
10 Ben Venue Close Torquay TQ1 1RX
T1 - 1x Holm Oak (Quercus ilex) - Reduce the overall canopy of the tree as follows: ? Reduce the height of the tree by approximately 1.0 m, leaving a final overall height of 6.0 m. ? Reduce the radial crown spread by approximately 1.0 m, leaving a final radial spread of 4.0 m at all compass points. All works shall retain the tree?s main framework and natural form, maintaining a high proportion of the foliage-bearing structure. Individual pruning wounds shall not exceed 40 mm in diameter. T2 - 1x Beech Tree (Fagus sylvatica) - Reduce the overall canopy of the tree as follows: ? Reduce the height of the tree by approximately 1.5 m, leaving a final overall height of 6.0 m. ? Reduce the radial crown spread by approximately 1.5 m, leaving a final radial spread of 4.0 m at all compass points. All works shall retain the tree?s main framework and natural form, maintaining a high proportion of the foliage-bearing structure. Individual pruning wounds shall not exceed 40 mm in diameter. T3 - 1x Turkey Oak (Quercus cerris) - Reduce the overall canopy of the tree as follows: ? Reduce the height of the tree by approximately 1.0 m, leaving a final overall height of 6.0 m. ? Reduce the radial crown spread by approximately 1.0 m, leaving a final radial spread of 4.0 m at all compass points. All works shall retain the tree?s main framework and natural form, maintaining a high proportion of the foliage-bearing structure. Individual pruning wounds shall not exceed 40 mm in diameter. T4 - 1x Sycamore (Acer pseudoplatanus) - Reduce the overall canopy of the tree as follows: ? Reduce the height of the tree by approximately 1.0 m, leaving a final overall height of 6.0 m. ? Reduce the radial crown spread by approximately 1.0 m, leaving a final radial spread of 4.0 m at all compass points. All works shall retain the tree?s main framework and natural form, maintaining a high proportion of the foliage-bearing structure. Individual pruning wounds shall not exceed 40 mm in diameter. Pruning on
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AT/2026/0265 Awaiting decision
8 Ben Venue Close Torquay TQ1 1RX
Fell T1 Mature Beech as close to ground level as practicable, subject to appropriate working methods and site constraints.
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AT/2026/0264 Awaiting decision
Lucerne Lower Warberry Road Torquay TQ1 1TN
Fell dead Cypress tree
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AT/2026/0263 Awaiting decision
2 Ben Venue Close Torquay TQ1 1RX
The Copper Beech (T1 on plan and in Report) stands on the boundary between no's 2 & 3, Ben Venue Close, Wellswood, Torquay, TQ1 1RX. It is the only tree on this, the northern side of Ben Venue Close, and is clearly visible on entering the close from Middle Warberry Road. it has major basal decay, and clear evidence of ongoing infection by Honey-Fungus (Armillaria mellea Agg.) It has 2 dwellings and an historic listed structure - the garden pavilion, listed as grade II as a listed structure, as its targets. The tree is to be sectionally dismantled and removed.
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P/2026/0586 Awaiting decision
2 Helford Drive Paignton TQ4 7NJ
Formation of single-storey side & rear extension with partial demolition of existing conservatory.
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P/2026/0585 Awaiting decision
12 Barcombe Road Paignton TQ3 1PY
Formation of first floor extension to front.
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P/2026/0589 Awaiting decision
Torbay Hospital Newton Road Torquay TQ2 7AA
Demolition of 1950's prefabricated single storey concrete structure at the Torbay Hospital Environmental Services waste yard.
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AT/2026/0262 Awaiting decision
Hoburne Devon Bay Grange Court Grange Road Paignton TQ4 7JP
T28 Cypress: Crown raise over the adjacent static caravans and decking to provide a 2m clearance. Crown raise to 3m from ground level to the south and 4m to the southeast. T113 Monterey pine: Reduce lowest branches to north to a suitable growth point to provide 1m clearance from unit. T138 Sycamore: fell T207 Ash: fell W8 Ash x2: fell
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AT/2026/0261 Awaiting decision
Dawes Court Fisher Street Paignton TQ4 5UD
Tree is located on the entrance to Dawes Court, Paignton, Block of properties owned by LiveWest. TQ4 5EL T002596 Ash - Dismantle, due to extensive defoliation and progressively declining due to Ash Dieback.
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AT/2026/0257 Awaiting decision
White Rock Primary School Davies Avenue Paignton TQ4 7AW
T12 - 1x Common Ash Fraxinus excelsior What3Words Location ///ultra.clay.utter Remove tree to ground level. T14 - 1x Elm Tree Ulmus sp. What3Words Location ///florists.stooping.tempting Fell tree to ground level. T1631 - 1x Common Ash Trees Fraxinus excelsior What3Words Location ///bicker.mouse.valuables Sectionally dismantle, fell, and remove to ground level using appropriate rigging and lowering techniques where necessary to ensure the safe and controlled removal of all sections in accordance with industry best practice. T15 - 1x Scots Pine (Pinus sylvestris) ///footballers.such.press Sectionally dismantle, fell, and remove to ground level using appropriate rigging and lowering techniques where necessary to ensure the safe and controlled removal of all sections in accordance with industry best practice. Wood chippings arising from the works shall be spread neatly within the adjacent woodland area where appropriate. All logwood and excess arising material shall be removed from site. See report and schedules for reasons
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AT/2026/0259 Awaiting decision
4 Ealing Close Brixham TQ5 9RW
G016619 mixed broadleaves - Clear vegetation encroaching in & around the communal bin store access & use back to the fence boundary. Clear vegetation around and from the front gate to the back gate and all the way down the side of the property of No4 all the way down the steps where this is touching the building - back to the fenceline.
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AT/2026/0258 Awaiting decision
Tall Trees Windsor Road Torquay TQ1 1SW
Irish Yew (T1) - Height 7m Remove Bay tree (T2) - located within TPO are, but exempt due to age. Height 4m Remove
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AT/2026/0252 Awaiting decision
Greythorpe House Upper Braddons Hill Road Torquay TQ1 1QE
Repollard of Tree 1 to previous pollard point to reduce crown over the road and open up the cover of the street lamp and overhang over neighbouring property also reducing the sail in strong winds. Take out the weight over the road and the limbs overhanging the neighbouring property to reduce back to suitable growth points over the drive as shown in the Photo forming part of the application.
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P/2026/0591 Awaiting decision
46 Wall Park Road Brixham TQ5 9UF
Installation of fixed line broadband apparatus.
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AT/2026/0255 Awaiting decision
Little Spinney Windsor Road Torquay TQ1 1SW
T1 Beech - fell
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AT/2026/0254 Awaiting decision
Singleton Manor Singleton Higher Woodfield Road Torquay TQ1 2LE
1. T776 Holm Oak - fell 2. T780 Sycamore - fell 3. T781 Turkey Oak - fell 4. T783 Ash - fell
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AT/2026/0250 Awaiting decision
Longdon Higher Erith Road Torquay TQ1 2NH
T1 Eucalyptus Subject to submitting a new TPO application, the following works would be acceptable in principle. These would remove or reduce a small number of primary branches to increase the separation between the crown and the building beyond the 2- 3 m clearance currently provided. Reduce the lowest primary branch at approx. 5 m above ground level, extending east from 8m to 5m. Remove three primary branches extending south-east to east at approx. 7, 8 & 9m above ground level. Deadwood may be removed throughout the crown, with consent from the council being required.
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AT/2026/0251 Granted
25 Oxlea Road Torquay TQ1 2HF
5 Day Notice Fell dead Silver Birch tree
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AT/2026/0249 Awaiting decision
16 Lydwell Road Torquay TQ1 1SN
T1 Monterey cypress: Selectively prune branches placing tension on the overhead telecommunications cable, cutting back to suitable lateral growth points and providing approximately 1 m clearance. Crown lift the road-facing crown to provide 5.2 m vertical clearance above the carriageway, measured from the road surface to the lowest remaining branch or foliage. Crown lifting should preferentially involve the shortening or removal of secondary branches. All pruning shall comply with BS 3998:2010. T2 Beech: Selectively prune branches contacting and placing tension on the overhead telecommunications cable, cutting back to suitable lateral growth points and providing approximately 1 m clearance. Avoid excessive crown thinning, indiscriminate reduction and unnecessary large-diameter pruning wounds. Retain the tree?s natural crown form. All pruning shall comply with BS 3998:2010. T3, T4 and T5 Pines: Fell to ground level. Entirely dead. Dead crown, no live foliage and clear evidence of total physiological failure. Retain the stumps. No stump grinding, as this would risk damaging the roots of neighbouring Scots Pines of the same species.
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AT/2026/0247 Awaiting decision
24 Brunel Road Paignton TQ4 6HN
Consent was granted under application reference AT/2023/0008; however, the approved tree works were not undertaken. Ash T1 fell to near-ground level. The slender tree shows symptoms consistent with Ash Dieback (Hymenoscyphus fraxineus), including crown thinning, deadwood, and progressive structural decline. Sycamore T2 Fell. A Tree Preservation Order was made in 1984. The current dimensions suggest the tree became established after that date, so the proposed felling can be considered. Mixed species G1 Fell. A Tree Preservation Order was made in 1984. The current dimensions suggest the trees became established after that date, so the proposed felling can be considered.
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AT/2026/0248 Granted
Holtye Stitchill Road Torquay TQ1 1PZ
5 Day Notice T1 - Dead pollarded Holm Oak (Quercus ilex) Sectionally dismantle, fell and remove dead tree, leaving the cut stump at a finished height of approximately 1.0 metre about ground level.
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P/2026/0578 Awaiting decision
Walnut Lodge Walnut Road Torquay TQ2 6HP
Change of use and conversion of former doctors' surgery to 6 x self-contained supported-living flats, with on-site staff accommodation and associated external works.
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AT/2026/0246 Awaiting decision
Coniston Lodge Rowdens Road Torquay TQ2 5AZ
Tree is Holm oak, see photos. Photo shows tree and then position in red dot to house Application is to thin the tree by 25 to 30 % (crown) and prune to clear overhead utility cables by 1 m . This work is required every couple of years to keep the tree healthy and so as not to interfere with cables to house.
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AT/2026/0245 Awaiting decision
Flat 1 Kingsbridge Greenway Road Torquay TQ1 4NJ
T001 - Mature Beech (Fagus sylvatica) Observations: Mature beech with a substantial fungal fruiting body present at the base of the stem, visually consistent with Ganoderma spp. Sounding of the lower stem with a sounding mallet produced a pronounced hollow response extending from the base to approximately 2 m above ground level on the road-facing side, indicating potentially significant internal dysfunction and decay within the lower main stem. The defect is located within the tree?s primary load-bearing region, where the main stem transfers crown loading into the root system. Decay or loss of sound wood in this area is therefore considered structurally significant. The full extent of internal decay and remaining residual wall thickness could not be quantified through ground-based inspection alone. The tree supports a large mature crown and is located immediately adjacent to a public highway, with pedestrians, moving and parked vehicles, and nearby residential properties within the potential failure zone. Recommendation: Dismantle T001 to near ground level. The recommendation is based on the presence of basal fungal decay, the pronounced hollow response extending approximately 2 m up the lower stem, and the location of the defect within the principal load-bearing region of the tree. These findings materially reduce confidence in the tree's long-term structural reliability. Although the tree provides significant local amenity value within the Conservation Area, this is considered outweighed by the extent and structural significance of the identified defects and the potential consequences of whole-tree or basal failure onto the adjacent highway and surrounding targets.
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P/2026/0570 Awaiting decision
Central Cinema 29 Abbey Road Torquay TQ2 5NQ
Variation of Conditions relating to application P/2022/0731: Change of use from cinema to theatre, community art centre and office space with accompanying alterations. Conditions: P1 - Approved Plans, 01 - Materials. Variation sought: Retention of existing material on main roof, and use of artificial slate on lower roofs, to maintain harmony of appearance.
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P/2026/0564 Awaiting decision
30 Lutyens Drive Paignton TQ3 3LA
Alterations to existing conservatory, including replacement of roof.
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AT/2026/0243 Awaiting decision
Heanton Court Hunsdon Road Torquay TQ1 1QB
Conservation area ref 1972.014 Tree Reference: T1 Magnolia. Proposed Work: Fell, dismantle, and completely remove. Justification Reasons: Proximity: The trunk is growing directly against the external wall of the two-storey house. Light Nuisance: The 5 metre tall and 3 metre canopy spread covers windows and severely restricts natural light. Structural Risk: The root system is right up against the property foundations, creating an immediate concern for structural damage. 10/09/26 Amendment to address further information required. The tree is believed to be no older than 40 years old and therefore not subject to any constraints of the 1972 Tree preservation order. There is no evidence of any previous pruning that may have effected the size of the trunk or rate of growth and no previous applications for work to be carried out on the tree on the planning system.
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P/2026/0566 Awaiting decision
10 Lytes Road Brixham TQ5 9SN
Construction of single storey side extension to provide garage/store.
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AT/2026/0242 Granted
Upton Manor Orchard Upton Manor Road Brixham TQ5 9RB
5 Day Notice Removal of large dead Spruce tree Removal of dead Cherry tree See Photos
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AT/2026/0244 Awaiting decision
Lanark Lodge Woodend Road Torquay TQ1 2PZ
All cuts to follow BS3998 T1- 40ft lime tree to be pollarded to original points at around 28ft T2- 30ft lime tree to be pollarded to original points at around 18ft Tree to be climbed and all brash to be lowered
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P/2026/0558 Awaiting decision
5 Kings Avenue Paignton TQ3 2AR
Change of use from single residential dwellinghouse (C3) to residential institution (C2).
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P/2026/0561 Awaiting decision
18 Greenway Road Brixham TQ5 0LR
Certificate of Lawfulness for formation of rear extension, alterations to windows and doors, updated entrance and patio areas, installation of solar PV panels and green roof, and associated works.
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AT/2026/0241 Awaiting decision
Lower Ground Floor Flat Lisburne House Lower Woodfield Road Torquay TQ1 2JY
T1 - Sycamore: The tree has a narrow fork with included bark between the main stems. Branches within the crown show bark stripping consistent with squirrel damage, leaving areas of exposed wood. Deadwood is also lodged within the crown. Felling is proposed due to concerns about the structural condition of the main fork and damaged branches, taking into account the tree's position beside the garden access steps and the potential consequences of falling material for people using this area. The tree is not visible from public viewpoints. T2 - Sycamore: The tree occupies a restricted rooting area adjacent to the wall. Its size and position raise concerns about its anchorage and the potential for whole-tree overturning. Failure of the root plate could displace the adjoining masonry and potentially cause the wall to collapse. Felling is proposed to address these concerns. The tree is not visible from public viewpoints. A Tree Preservation Order was made in 1973. The current dimensions of T1 and T2 suggest they became established after that date; these trees proposed for felling can be considered under a Section 211 conservation-area notification.
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AT/2026/0239 Awaiting decision
Aveland Court Aveland Road Torquay TQ1 3PT
Consent was granted under application reference AT/2023/0123; however, the approved tree works were not undertaken. A new application is therefore being submitted. T1 ? Lime: Pollard to the specified height to manage the risk associated with extensive decay and hollowing within the lower stem. Mallet sounding indicates that the hollow extends approximately 750 mm above the uppermost visible cavity. T2 ? Western red cedar: Fell to ground level due to its poor physiological and structural condition following historically inappropriate and excessively severe pruning. The previous pruning does not accord with current good arboricultural practice as set out in BS 3998:2010 and has left the tree with limited potential for satisfactory long-term retention. The tree has limited visibility from public vantage points, and its removal would therefore have little effect on the area's wider visual amenity. T3 ? Oak: Reduce the crown to suitable growth points near the former pollard points, retaining adequate live growth wherever practicable. The work is required to reduce crown dimensions and associated mechanical loading because the tree occupies a confined position immediately adjacent to a boundary wall. The crown is markedly asymmetrical due to suppression and shading from taller neighbouring trees.
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AT/2026/0240 Awaiting decision
Street Record Cypress Close Torquay
T1 - Maple: Re-pollard by removing the regrowth back to the established pollard points, as indicated in red on the accompanying photograph. Retain the existing pollard knuckles and avoid cutting into the main stem or below the established pollard points. T2 - Maple: Crown reduce by up to 2 metres in height and lateral spread due to the tree's declining physiological condition and associated crown dieback. Prune back to suitable live lateral growth points, removing deadwood and retaining a balanced crown with adequate live foliage wherever practicable. The works are intended to reduce mechanical loading while retaining the tree and shall be undertaken in accordance with BS 3998:2010.
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AT/2026/0238 Awaiting decision
Shorton Cottage 47 Shorton Road Paignton TQ3 1RF
A ash fell B cherry - remove ground laying boughs x 2 C western cedar - remove ground based bough D- Hazel - dead - fell.
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P/2026/0555 Awaiting decision
Torre Abbey The Kings Drive Torquay TQ2 5JE
Repair of West Range roof and chapel interior, tower roof repair, strengthen store room floor and small scale patch repairs in ancillary areas to specified lime-plastered walls.
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V/2026/0002 Awaiting decision
Land At Preston Down Road Paignton
Variation of Section 106 Agreement relating to application P/2022/0820: Construction of 101 dwellings including a mix of 1,2,3 and 4 bedroom homes (30 affordable) together with new means of access, landscaping, public open space, play area and associated works on two fields north and south of Preston Down Road. [Revised plans received 30 November 2022]. Variation sought: Adjustment of rented tenure split within 30% affordable housing designation. Amendments to off-site financial contributions. Retain educational needs financial contributions. Reductions to nr6 other financial contributions. Rebase on inflationary items.
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V/2026/0001 Awaiting decision
Land At Preston Down Road Paignton
Variation of Section 106 Agreement relating to application P/2026/0023: Variation of conditions in relation to P/2022/0820 (Construction of 101 dwellings including a mix of 1,2,3 and 4 bedroom homes (30 affordable) together with new means of access, landscaping, public open space, play area and associated works on two fields north and south of Preston Down Road. [Revised plans received 30 November 2022]): Condition P1 - Approved Plans, 03 - Flood Risk and Drainage Assessment, 04 - Finish Floor Levels, Datum Levels, 24 - Hard and Soft Landscaping & 33 - Low Carbon Development. Variation sought: Vary plans and conditions as part of a house-type swap. Variation sought: Adjustment of rented tenure split within 30% affordable housing designation. Amendments to off-site financial contributions. Retain educational needs financial contributions. Reductions to nr6 other financial contributions. Rebase on inflationary items.
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P/2026/0552 Awaiting decision
Stuart House Ilsham Marine Drive Torquay TQ1 2HT
Variation of condition in relation to P/2022/0381 (Formation of garden room at rear.): Condition P1 - (approved plans). Variation sought: design development.
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AT/2026/0236 Decided
Briary Towers 42 Vicarage Road Torquay TQ2 6HX
Fell dead conifer
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P/2026/0551 Decided
Land Adjacent To 10 Mead Road Torquay TQ2 6TE
Installation of 9m light wooden pole.
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AT/2026/0235 Awaiting decision
2 Ben Venue Close Torquay TQ1 1RX
T001 - Horse chestnut (Aesculus hippocastanum): Reduce the crown by up to 2 m in height and up to 2 m radially, to leave an approximate post-work crown radius of 5.5 m and an approximate overall crown spread of 11 m. Retain a balanced crown form and undertake all pruning to suitable growth points in accordance with BS 3998:2010. T002 - Sycamore (Acer pseudoplatanus): Reduce the crown height by up to 2 m, retaining the existing approximate radial crown spread of 7 m and approximate overall crown spread of 14 m. Minor lateral balancing cuts may be undertaken only where necessary to achieve a balanced and proportionate crown form. Undertake all pruning to suitable growth points in accordance with BS 3998:2010. The works are being undertaken as part of informed, proportionate crown management in line with the survey recommendations to manage canopies that have been previously reduced. Details contained within the attached schedules and report.
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P/2026/0548 Decided
107 New Road Brixham TQ5 8BY
Installation of fixed line broadband apparatus.
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P/2026/0546 Awaiting decision
42 Wheatlands Road Paignton TQ4 5HU
Non-Material Amendment to P/2025/0077. Amendment sought: Redesign of scheme to include replacement of LGF extension with timber framed pergola, alteration in the size of rear GF extension, retention of rear bay window, change to balustrading and screening, changes to windows and doors, material changes.
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AT/2026/0234 Awaiting decision
12 Mena Park Close Paignton TQ4 7TA
T1 Leyland cypress T2 Spruce We would like to fell both these trees, the spruce is cladded in ivy and poor form. The Leyland Cypress is again of poor form and completely over powering this garden. To replace these with Beech trees would make sense.
Recent decisions
Data to September 2026
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AT/2026/0184 Granted
18A Mead Road Torquay TQ2 6TF
Crown lift secondary branch growth only up to approximately 4.5m from ground level to achieve the required vertical clearance above the driveway and neighbours. Crown thin overall leaf bearing twig structure by 10 percent. This will also help with canopy crowding and avoid other trees rubbing against each other. Remove all major dead wood from crown All trees are Fagus Sylvatica (Mature Beech) This work has been previously accepted in 2023, application submitted by Devon Tree Services and works were completed by them as well.
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P/2026/0476 Granted
75 North View Road Brixham TQ5 9TS
Roof conversion with installation of rooflights to front and construction of a rear dormer.
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P/2026/0474 Granted
50 Westhill Avenue Torquay TQ1 4LQ
Installation of tiered patio, to replace existing raised patio to rear.
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P/2026/0478 Granted
First Floor Flat 8 Churchway Torquay TQ1 3NS
Proposed loft conversion with dormer to rear and rooflight to the front.
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AT/2026/0204 Granted
Flat 1 Vernon Court Warren Road Torquay TQ2 5TR
Holm Oak 12m Tall 50cm diameter (Already have approved plan for other three trees on site, scope to mirror that) Crown mai fence works requested to cut back to previous pruning points, not as far as original pollard but to the secondary pollard points, this has been noted on tree inspectors recent visit looking at other trees on site. This tree was not included in the original request due to a miscommunication between owner and agent. Plan to reduce radial spread down from 9m to 7m roughly removing 1.5-2m of regrowth.
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AT/2026/0197 Granted
14 Cecil Avenue Paignton TQ3 1LW
G1 Cypress hedge- reduced in height by approximately 8ft, to create a hedge, that's manageable going forward. historic hedge has been left to grow overtime. pre pruning demensions: h. 20 ft (from road) w. 20 ft post pruning dimensions: h. 12ft (from road) w. 20 ft T2 Oak, to be felled to ground. tree in decline by approximately 40%, sparse in the crown, lots of deadwood present. tree in poor form.
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AT/2026/0196 Granted
Beech House Upper Braddons Hill Road Torquay TQ1 1QE
T1 Copper Beech: height to be reduced by 1m, target/selective prune on all sides to shorten over extended laterals, to keep tree nicely shaped. Pre pruning dimensions: H. 14m W. 8m Post pruning dimensions: H. 13m W. 7m G2 Bay (Boundary trees, two groups) Shorten height by up to 2m creating more of a consistent hedge line.
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P/2026/0342 Granted
Unit D Westfield Business Park Long Road Paignton TQ4 7AU
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.
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P/2025/0688 Granted
3 Keysfield Road Paignton TQ4 6EP
Major Reserved Matters relating to P/2024/0831 (Variation of condition to P/2021/0808 (Demolition of existing building and formation of 14 apartments (Outline). Vary Condition P1 (Plans). Variation sought: Minor layout changes across all floors and minor elevation changes, changes to size and arrangement of 3rd Floor (penthouse). Matters relating to: 01 (i) landscaping, 02 enhance biodiversity measures.
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AT/2026/0190 Refused
19 Luscombe Close Paignton Torbay TQ3 3GQ
T1 - Sycamore rear of 19 Luscombe rd - Section fell to ground level due to it out growing the space where it is growing. T2 - Sycamore - Remove limb approximately 150 mm in diameter, crossing over garden, due to being over extended and tip heavy.
The full record
Decisions between 1977 and 2026
PlanIndex holds 2,302 decisions from Torbay between 1977 and 2026, part of 2,580 applications on record. Over that period 81% of clear-cut outcomes were approvals, 1,655 granted against 386 refused. The busiest single year was 2026, with 669 applications recorded.
The trailing-year figures above track current activity. This record reaches back further, so a decision here may predate the online portal; each application still has its own page with the source link.
From the archive
Earliest records shown in full
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P/2008/1483 Split decision
Harvester Beacon Quay Torquay Devon TQ1 2RD
4 No Internally illuminated signs 1 No Externally illuminated sign
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P/2009/0015 Granted
17 Wills Avenue Paignton Devon TQ3 2RF
Attached single garage
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P/2008/1682 Granted
Land At Edginswell (Land At A3022 And At Junction Of Edginswell Lane And Newton Road) Torquay Devon
Mixed use development comprising business uses (B1); cafe/restaurant (A3) and specialist renal clinic (D1) with associated landscaping works, car parking and vehicle/pedestrian access
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P/2009/0135 Granted
103B Drew Street Brixham Devon TQ5 9LA
Extension to existing store area to form new residential flat (revised scheme)
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P/2009/0205 Granted
86 Marldon Road Torquay Devon TQ2 7EH
Shed (retrospective)
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P/2009/0349 Granted
34 Fore Street Brixham Devon TQ5 8DZ
Replace timber windows with PVCu sliding sash
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AT/2009/0037 Granted
Torquay Tennis Club Belgrave Road Torquay Devon TQ2 5HP
T1 - Holm Oak - 5% crown reductionT2 - London Plane - Crown LiftT3 - laurustinus Viburnum - Tinus - Crown Lift
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P/2009/0260 Granted
Butchers Shop Land Between 5-7 Sunbury Road Paignton Devon
Change of use of shop to dwelling; extension at first floor level ancillary to No 5 Sunbury Road (revised scheme)
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P/2009/0407 Granted
3 Highfield Crescent Paignton Devon TQ3 3TP
Alterations, ground floor kitchen extension; first floor bedrooms with en suites extension; double garage
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P/2009/0381 Granted
Aberfeldy Upper Braddons Hill Road Torquay Devon TQ1 1QE
Demolition of garage
Decision speed
12 months to September 2026, where both dates are published
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Within 8 weeks the statutory target for most applications 324 41%
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8 to 13 weeks the target band for major development 274 34%
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Over 13 weeks often extended by agreement 198 25%
Planning agents in Torbay
The firms named as agent on the most applications on this register. Company information only.
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Devon Tree Services Ltd 86% granted overall 99
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Darren Law Architecture Ltd 76% granted overall 52
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Charles Blake Associates 90% granted overall 47
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RSK HI-LINE Ltd 92% granted overall 39
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RGS Architectural Design Consultants Ltd 83% granted overall 36
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Topp Tree Care 47% granted overall 35
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PMR Architecture 88% granted overall 34
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Darren Simner Architecture 81% granted overall 26
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Applications by ward in Torbay
- Barton With Watcombe 126
- Churston With Galmpton 190
- Clifton With Maidenway 87
- Cockington With Chelston 202
- Collaton St Mary 45
- Ellacombe 100
- Furzeham With Summercombe 144
- Goodrington With Roselands 87
- Kings Ash 54
- Preston 179
- Roundham With Hyde 136
- Shiphay 127
- St Marychurch 221
- St Peters With St Marys 144
- Tormohun 308
- Wellswood 377
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Common questions
How many planning applications does Torbay decide?
In the 12 months to September 2026, Torbay decided 796 planning applications. 81% of clear-cut outcomes were approvals.
How long does a planning decision take in Torbay?
The median time from a planning application being received to a decision was 61 days over the 12 months to September 2026. Individual cases vary with complexity and consultation responses.
How many Torbay decisions arrive within the eight week target?
Of the 796 decisions in the 12 months to September 2026 where both dates are published, 41% came within eight weeks of the application being received, and 75% within thirteen weeks.
How many planning applications has Torbay decided in total?
PlanIndex holds 2302 decisions from Torbay between 1977 and 2026, out of 2,580 applications on record. Across that whole period 81% of clear-cut outcomes were approvals.
When is planning activity busiest in Torbay?
October 2025 was the busiest month across the 12 months to September 2026, with 106 applications recorded. The monthly pattern is listed on this page.
How do I find a planning application by its reference number?
Every application indexed here has its own page at a stable address. Look the reference up in a search engine together with the council name, or browse the latest applications below. Each page shows the description, address, dates and decision as the council published them.
Where can I see the full documents for an application?
Plans, drawings and officer reports stay on Torbay's own planning portal. Every application page here links straight to the source record.
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Torbay: 2,580 planning applications on record as of September 2026. Trailing 12 months: 796 decided, 81% approved, median 61 days to a decision. 933 new applications received in the same period. Decisions on record run between 1977 and 2026: 2,302 in total, 81% approved. Source: PlanIndex, planindex.co.uk.
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