Planning applications in Torbay, December 2025

Laurel Lodge Ridge Road Torquay TQ1 4TD

Garage enlargement and conversion to residential accommodation, first floor extension above garage with front dormer, construction of porch to the front elevation and three velux roof lights to the rear.

Banksea Hotel 51 Avenue Road Torquay TQ2 5LG

Change of use from commercial, business & service (use Class E) to dwellinghouses (use Class C3).

33 Fore Street Brixham TQ5 8AA

Change of use of first and second floors above commercial unit to form 3no. residential apartments, changes to existing shop frontage to create a new shop frontage and new entrance lobby, alterations to fenestration and removal of external steps.

25 Nut Bush Lane Torquay TQ2 6SA

Removal of side conservatory and replace with two-storey side extension (south east elevation) and formation of ground floor raised balcony on the north east elevation (rear).

Goodrington Park North (Quad Bike Track) Paignton TQ4 7LG

Change of use from quad bike track & inflatable slide area to crazy golf course. Works to include formation of surface water attenuation pond, re-surfacing with layer of porous material, and installation of sales kiosk.

St Boniface Church Belfield Road Paignton TQ3 3UZ

Demolition of existing building and construction of 25no Affordable Homes for over 55s with associated works and infrastructure.

61 Shorton Valley Road Paignton TQ3 1RE

Alterations to roof: hip-to-gable and rear flat roofed dormer.

Chadwell Centre Torquay Road Paignton TQ3 2DW

Installation of 27.14kW roof-mounted solar PV system on pitched roofs, including battery storage.

19 Horsepool Street Brixham TQ5 9LD

Plan is to pollard T1 (Sycamore) and T2 (Oak) to the height of the larger conifer hedge as shown in marked photo. The primary reason for this work is risk mitigation. A large Ash tree that previously stood directly between T1 and T2 failed a few years ago, falling into the school playground located immediately behind the property. Honey fungus was identified on the failed Ash, indicating the potential for decay and structural weakness in trees of this proximity and species. Pollarding T1 and T2 to the height of the neighboring conifer hedge will limit the risk of structural failure while maintaining the trees in a safe and manageable form. The proposed pollarding is proportionate and minimal, ensuring the trees continue to contribute to the character and visual amenity of the area, while mitigating the risk posed by potential fungal infection or structural defects.

Tor Lodge Tor Vale Torquay TQ1 4EB

Certificate of lawfulness for existing: HMO for 9 occupants (Sui Generis).

50 Occombe Valley Road Paignton TQ3 1QU

Construction of single storey extension to rear.

Dingwood Huxtable Hill Torquay TQ2 6RN

Formation of single storey rear flat roof extension at ground floor and a first floor hipped extension to include composite cladding to 1st floor, single-storey garage to side & storm porch extension to front entrance.

Rose Vine Steep Hill Torquay TQ1 4TS

T1- Ash- Previously submitted and rejected as a 5 day order. - There is a spilt that has appeared after the high winds along the stem and primary branch. Significantly compromising the structure of the tree. The tree is in falling distance of the property and is owned by landowner of the property. Details are below. Notes from the householder- ?We?ve noticed that the ash tree in the back hedge has developed a split in the main trunk which seems to be enlarging. It is 5 to 10 meters from the house?

Bellagio Higher Lincombe Road Torquay TQ1 2EY

Replacement of hedge with brick wall to front.

Summerhill Higher Lincombe Road Torquay TQ1 2EX

Formation of single-storey orangery to rear, alterations to fenestration at ground and first floor level on east elevation & internal alterations.

Constanta 2 Broadstone Park Road Torquay TQ2 6TY

Formation of detached garage and bin/bike store.

The Links Petitor Road Torquay TQ1 4GE

EXEMPTION NOTICE T1 Horse Chestnut: Fell to near ground level. I am writing to inform you that we intend to remove the tree in question on 6th of January 2026. The horse chestnut has suffered two recent major limb failures within the last few months, which caused damage to property. Inspection of the failed limbs shows extensive internal decay, with the wood at the point of failure being completely rotten. The tree exhibits fungal brackets indicative of significant internal decay. Given the history of failure, the presence of advanced decay, and the proximity of property, the tree presents a foreseeable risk of serious harm. Further limb failure is considered likely and cannot be reliably mitigated through pruning. The local Tree Officer has been consulted and has confirmed that removal is acceptable under the dangerous tree exemption. Replacement tree: The tree is located within a confined raised bed enclosed by a stone wall. Following removal, the stump and associated root plate will occupy the majority of the available space. Stump removal would require significant excavation and disturbance to the surrounding structure and hard landscaping, resulting in disproportionate cost and disruption. For these reasons, on-site replacement planting is not considered practical. The applicant intends to plant shrubs and ornamental plants suitable for the available soil volume around the stump.

Shirley Court Torwood Gardens Road Torquay TQ1 1TZ

* Fell 3x cherry to ground level - remove light blocking to and encroachment on adjacent properties * Reduce height of conifer by approx 2m. to reduce shading and light blocking Trees are imposing on neighbouring properties - loss of light, causing shading and consequent damp etc.in properties - complaints received by owners Westward Housing. All works to be carried out to BS3998:2010 by competent professional arborists. No replanting intended - significant and varied retained and protected tree cover at and around the wider location.

28 Durham Close Paignton TQ3 2QN

T1 - Sweet chestnut(Castanea sativa) - Sectional dismantle and fell. - The tree is situated on a steep bank with split-level terrain, resulting in a compromised root system. Soft rot decay was identified on the northern buttress root similar characteristics associated with Kretzschmaria deusta (not confirmed), with a small adjacent cavity present at the lower stem. Acoustic sounding indicated a distinctly hollow response from approximately 200 mm above ground level to 1,200 mm, suggesting the presence of internal decay extending vertically through the lower stem section. Please see the attached QTRA.

Plot 3 Waterside Quarry Waterside Road Paignton TQ4 6EF

Construction of detached dwelling with associated access, parking and landscaping.

Mouse Cottage Brim Hill Torquay TQ1 4TR

Non-material amendment relating to P/2025/0245. Amendments sought: Removal of pool, with revised landscaping layout and updated drainage design. Adjustments to window positions, number of openings, internal layouts and flue. Redesign and reposition of sauna. Relocation of ASHP and bike and bin storage. Addition of roof-mounted solar panels & battery storage. Change in external lighting.

44 Seymour Drive Torquay TQ2 8PY

Formation of flat roof dormer to north elevation (rear), installation of roof lights to south elevation (front), installation of windows/doors and demolition of existing rear extension.

Cockington Way Rawlyn Road Torquay TQ2 6PL

3 - Leylandii Tree -Removal to stump. Reasons: a) Obliterates Sun from 1200 to evening to the rear gardens of 22, 24 & 26 Vicarage Road, TQ2 6HX (to the north of the tree). b) Drops excessive pines onto garden building of 24 Vicarage Road and kills sedum roofing. c) The tree is unsightly and untamed. 4 - Crown Reduction of Ash Tree. Reasons: a) The tree has overgrown and untamed. Requires reshaping and1/3 reducion in crown as causing excess shaddowing of surrounding gardens

Sea Change Cockington Court Cockington Lane Torquay TQ2 6XA

Replacement of roofs to 3no. Sea Change units, to include removal of Velux roof lights.

Unit 2 Aspen Way Paignton TQ4 7QR

Change of use from car workshop/former window manufacturing industrial unit to storage/ancillary waste facility for pet crematorium.

Chiseldon Farm Southdown Hill Brixham TQ5 0AL

Change of use and conversion of existing agricultural barn to a residential dwelling, including alterations to raise the ridge height to create an additional storey, changes to fenestration, landscaping, access and parking, and associated works.

Moongate Cottage Hillesdon Road Torquay TQ1 1QF

Change of use from 3x holiday let units to a single dwelling (C3) including replacement roof, windows and doors and addition of solar panels.

Holiday Centre Riviera Bay Holiday Village Mudstone Lane Brixham TQ5 9EJ

G1 Monterey cypress crown reduction only on the north side, 3 metres in the lower outer crown, 2 metres in the mid outer crown, and up to 1 metre in the upper outer crown, with final cuts not exceeding 50 mm. Breakage occurs within the affected tree crown parts, and G1 is constantly subjected to tensile loads on the opposite side of the compression, as the group is positioned on the windward side of the applied force. G1 targets the house to the north, and there are no restrictions for parking on Douglas Avenue.

Silverhill Lodge Meadfoot Road Torquay TQ1 2JP

Tree T4 Lawson Cyprus - Fell as obscuring street light as per letter from TDC and partial trimming only would leave tree unbalanced.

19 Lady Park Road Torquay TQ2 6UA

Formation of single storey extension to rear (north-east) elevation with creation of terrace space over

Land Adj Keepers Cottage Alston Lane Brixham TQ5 0HT

Demolition of existing buildings and construction of 3no. dwellings and detached carport with associated landscaping, infrastructure and works.

Ground Floor 5 Madrepore Road Torquay TQ1 1EY

Internal reconfiguration and modifications to front windows of existing office block to create residential unit. [Site address corrected on 5/1/2026]

Paignton Zoo Car Park Paignton TQ4 7EU

Removal of existing 17.5m monopole and replacement with 20m monopole accommodating 9No antennas. Replacement of 3No equipment cabinets, with internal upgrade of an existing equipment cabinet and ancillary development thereto.

1 St Andrews Road Paignton TQ4 6HA

Certificate of lawfulness for proposed single storey extension to rear.

18 Danvers Road Torquay TQ2 8JB

Construction of single storey side extension.

Lower Lodge Cockington Lane Torquay TQ2 6XA

Conversion of garage to habitable room & replacement gates.

16 Crownhill Rise Torquay TQ2 5LR

Conversion of existing integral garage to habitable space, realigning ground floor wall, changes to fenestration and associated works.

High Banks Teignmouth Road Torquay TQ1 4TP

Certificate of lawfulness to confirm that the planning permission to replace the existing dwelling with a new dwelling Ref P/2022/1091 has been enacted and the planning approval has been activated.

Hill View Edginswell Lane Torquay TQ2 7JF

Variation of conditions in relation to P/2023/0935 (Construction of four-bed, two storey dwelling with garage.): Condition P1 - (Approved plans) & 01 - (Materials) . Variation sought: amendments due to technical engineering constraints, necessary value engineering and reduction of scale of building. Change from natural timber cladding to cementitious weather boarding.

91 Padacre Road Torquay TQ2 8QQ

Prior Approval application to change salon to a domestic garage associated to a residential dwelling.

Lower Lodge Cockington Lane Torquay TQ2 6XA

Conversion of garage to habitable room & replacement gates.

Norcliffe Hotel 7 Babbacombe Downs Road Torquay TQ1 3LF

Alterations to roof profile with removal of flat roofs over villa. Re-configuration of loft space to create bedrooms, with various alterations to first floor, including improvement of room layouts and addition of balcony amenity space. Alterations to ground floor restaurant, including extension to front, with bi-fold terrace doors.

Ground Floor Flat 5 Abbey Mews Greenway Road Torquay TQ1 4NJ

Conversion of two one-bedroom flats to single dwelling (retrospective). [Revised site location plan rec'd 05/06/2026]

Land To Rear Of 1A St James Road Torquay TQ1 4AZ

Demolition of buildings and development of one new dwelling.

46 Luscombe Close Paignton Torbay TQ3 3GQ

T1 Oak The existing crown spread is approximately 22m, with a maximum radial spread of 11m, we seek to reduce the radial spread on the east side over the garden of 50 Luscombe Close, by up to 1.5m with maximum pruning cuts of no more than 50mm, using reducing via thinning style of prunning, this will reduce the crown diameter by up to 1.5m in total, the radial spread on the east side of the garden of 50 luscombe close by 1.5m. Please see attached page 14 from QTRA from east Devon tree care The existing crown spread is approximately 22m, with a maximum radial spread of 11m, we seek to reduce the radial spread on the east side over the garden of 50 Luscombe Close, by up to 1.5m with maximum pruning cuts of no more than 50mm, using reducing via thinning style of prunning, this will reduce the crown diameter by up to 1.5m in total, the radial spread on the east side of the garden of 50 luscombe close by 1.5m.

Wellswood Manor Lower Warberry Road Torquay TQ1 1QS

Installation of fixed line broadband electronic communications apparatus (mast).

175 Lymington Road Torquay TQ1 4BA

Certificate of Lawful Development for existing use: establish use of house as HMO for six residents.

Higher Alston Farm Alston Lane Brixham TQ5 0HT

Installation of 9no. photovoltaic (PV) solar panels inset into the south-east facing roof slope.

Norbreck Guest House 35 New Street Paignton TQ3 3HL

Change of use from guest house to four self contained apartments.

Oldway Mansion Oldway Road Paignton TQ3 2TD

Deconstruction of roof to the West Tower to enable stabilisation works. Reinstatement and restoration works including new structural elements and dormers.