Planning applications in Torbay, November 2025

6 Southfield Close Paignton TQ3 1LG

Removal of projecting gable feature to southern elevation and replacement with verandah and side entrance steps. Removal of rear flat roof extension on northern elevation, and replacement with single storey extension, changes to fenestration and associated works.

Villa Romana Higher Warberry Road Torquay TQ1 1RZ

Demolition and re-build of home office.

60 Sandringham Drive Paignton TQ3 1HX

Extension and alterations to existing roof space, including hip to gable extension, raising ridge height, installation of dormer to north elevation and changes to fenestration.

Land At Clennon (80M East Of Annies Cottage) Blagdon Paignton TQ3 3YB

General Purpose Agricultural Building for Storage of Machinery, Fodder and Bedding. [Revised site location plan received 19/2/2026]

St Ives Court Furzehill Road Torquay TQ1 3JG

5 Day Notice - Pine (Pinus Sp.) - Dead & Dangerous. Full dismantle and removal of the tree on grounds of safety. Please see photo.

Oakwood Lower Warberry Road Torquay TQ1 1QP

5 Day Notice 2 x Dead Fir trees. Schedule for removal on 28th November.

1 Higher Penn Brixham TQ5 9PA

Variation of condition in relation to P/2025/0227 (Construction of single storey pitched roof side extension to form additional accommodation.): Condition 01 - (Materials to match). Variation sought: composite cladding finish instead of painted render.

19 Monterey Close Torquay TQ2 6QW

T1- Monterey Pine Reason for Works: The Monterey Pine is showing advanced physiological decline, with an estimated 70% crown dieback. The tree contains large-diameter deadwood throughout the canopy and displays symptoms consistent with needle blight, including extensive needle loss and poor foliage condition. Vitality is severely reduced and decline is progressive with no realistic chance of recovery. Justification: The structural integrity of the tree is compromised due to the extent of deadwood and crown decline. This creates an increased risk of branch and potential stem failure, posing a hazard to nearby property. Removal via sectional dismantle is necessary to mitigate safety risks and prevent uncontrolled failure. Proposed Method: Sectional dismantle using controlled climbing and rigging techniques to safely lower sections and avoid damage to surrounding property and vegetation. Stump to be left level with the ground. Replacement Planting: A suitable replacement tree species, to be agreed with the Local Planning Authority, will be planted within the next planting season to maintain site amenity and biodiversity value.

33 Moorings Reach Brixham TQ5 9TB

Construction of single storey rear extension.

4 The Conifers Torquay TQ2 8NG

T1 - Oak x3 lowest primary limbs - To be cut back to the main stem, crowning lifting the tree over the surrounding shrubs. ///tables.takes.grabs

Homecombe House St Albans Road Torquay TQ1 3ND

Oak (T1) - Reduce the outer crown to the NW and SW by up to 1.5 m, ensuring final cuts do not exceed 50 mm diameter. The resulting crown spread will be approximately 6-7 m from stem to crown edge in each direction, in accordance with BS 3998:2010. The tree is situated near No. 18, adjacent to a bus stop and car park within a landscaped garden. Works are proposed to mitigate nuisance from bird droppings on the patio, which pose a potential health risk, while retaining the tree's amenity and structural integrity. The proposed works are necessary to mitigate nuisance and health risks arising from bird droppings on the patio, which can act as breeding grounds for parasites transmissible to humans. The tree's proximity to a bus stop and landscaped car park increases public exposure, making crown management essential for safeguarding amenity and public health. Selective reduction of the NW and SW crown will lessen overhang and shading, while retaining the tree's overall form and structural integrity in accordance with BS 3998:2010. The works will ensure that the crown maintains adequate clearance above the adjacent car park, consistent 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.

Land At Borough Road Yalberton Paignton TQ4 7DW

Development of ancillary works at base station and changes to existing antennas.

Flat 1 Bythorn Bronshill Road Torquay TQ1 3HD

Construction of first floor extension to side to create 1 new apartment. Alterations to include organisation of parking and bin storage and replacement of solar PV panels.

Little Clevelands Seaway Lane Torquay TQ2 6PN

Two storey extension to rear (S) elevation with enlargement of the existing terrace with replacement of terrace and balcony balustrading with glass, formation of extension at basement level, reduction in the existing side extension and the formation of a pitched roof and associated works.

15 Hameldown Close Torquay TQ2 7JJ

Construction of single storey extension to front of property.

10 Primley Park Paignton TQ3 3JR

Installation of window and patio door/juliet balcony to first floor on the north elevation.

6 Luscombe Road Paignton TQ3 3TN

Installation of 9m medium wooden pole & associated apparatus.

Horse Shoe Barn Cockington Lane Torquay TQ2 6XA

Change of use from ancillary accommodation to a self-contained dwelling.

27 Western Road Torquay TQ1 4RJ

G001 Mixed Species - Reduce to 1.5m hedge. Prior to urgent wall repair G002 Mixed species - Reduce to 1.5m hedge (incl T008). Prior to urgent wall repair T001 - Norway Maple. Re-pollard as previously undertaken. ///picked.cages.hooks T002 - Common Lime. Review with regard to structural wall repairs. Weak union. Fell - ///foal.vision.tell T003 - Common Lime - Pollard @ 8m desired reduction reasonable given pruning history. Review with regard to structural wall repairs - ///juror.suffer.ranged T004 Norway Maple - Extensive wall repairs in close proximity likely to render retention unfeasible.- Fell tree. Review with regard to structural wall repairs. T005 - Holm Oak - pollard at 8m. desired and would help alleviate adverse impacts of significant wall repair in proximity on stability. Prior to urgent wall repair.- ///alone.payer.issued T006 - Holm Oak Remove tree to enable effective wall repair to take place. Consider retaining approx 2m of stem. Prior to urgent wall repair. ///lately.bind.crowds T007 -Common Lime - To be pollarded at 8m desired however retention in the event of significant wall repair in close proximity questionable. Prior to urgent wall repair - ///films.worth.dinner T008 - English Yew - Reduce to 1.5m and integrate to hedge prior to urgent wall repair. ///stages.influencing.panel T009 - Common Lime - To be pollarded at 8-9m 91m (above historic pruning point) - ///punt.stones.leader T010 - English Yew - Fell Tree. Prior to urgent wall repair T011 - EnglishYew - Reduce to approx 2m. Prior to urgent wall repair.

19 East Pafford Avenue Torquay TQ2 8BZ

T1:Mature Hornbeam: Crown lift by removing the lowest branches to give a clearance of approximately 5.5 metres above ground level (or above highway/footpath/structure). Cuts to be made back to the main stem or appropriate laterals, maintaining a balanced form. Tree is currently very low over the highway and public footpath. There are BT Fibre cables feeding properties and this crown lift will also clear these cables also. Tree owner has received a letter from Swiss co asking for the works to be undertaken.

17 Penn Meadows Close Brixham TQ5 9PS

See attached reports from Devon Tree Services

137 Maidenway Road Paignton TQ3 2PT

Alterations including roof extension and changes, fenestration changes and two-storey extension to form 4 additional residential flats, with balconies to 1st floor, formation of associated car parking and landscaping works.

Bronshill Lodge Bronshill Court Bronshill Road Torquay TQ1 3HD

Change of use of 1 dwelling into 2 flats.

42 Summercourt Way Brixham TQ5 0DY

Conversion of garage to habitable space, extension at rear and extension/replacement of existing roof.