Planning applications in Torbay, February 2026

5 Haldon Road Torquay TQ1 2LY

T1 - Monterey cypress. dismantle/fell to ground level due to a section failing in recent storms leaving the remaining part of the tree with a split limb and very little live crown.

6 Sycamore Close Paignton TQ4 6HX

Demolition of existing garage and construction of replacement garage.

Flat 14 Oakridge Parkhill Road Torquay TQ1 2DX

T1 English Oak Quercus robur T1 is growing within close proximity of the building Oakridge Retirement apartments opposite flat 14. T1 has been reduced approx. 6 years ago the re growth has started to become heavily weighted. re growth from pruning cuts has a weaker branch union than natural growth. This is more likely to fail and requires maintenance in order to keep the tree safe. There is a busy footpath and car park below the tree as well as being approx. 2m from the building. I would like to reduce this tree to previous points 30% making cuts on vertical growth of up to 15cm and horizontal growth of up to 10cm. this is shown on pic 1 with a red line.

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

30 Sandringham Drive Paignton TQ3 1HY

Loft conversion to include rear dormer and an increase in ridge height, changes to fenestration and cladding.

Cotana Cottage Higher Erith Road Torquay TQ1 2NQ

T1 - Holm oak. Growing in an elevated position leaning toward road and footpath below. Heavy decay in base. Fell to ground. T2 - Oak growing from neighbouring garden. Leaning over clients garden. Hazard beam split in back stem, healing well and not seen as a significant point of weakness. Reduce entire crown by 1.5-2m. See annotated photo T3 - previously pollarded oak tree above driveway. Decay pocket in base of tree that extends below ground. Fell to ground.

Daintons Storage Yalberton Industrial Estate Alders Way Paignton TQ4 7QL

Demolition of two buildings and erection of 5-bay self service car wash structure and 8-bay EV car charging area.

64 Barcombe Heights Paignton TQ3 1PT

Construction of first-floor extension with gable-ended roof, including raised terraces, creation of on-site parking with permeable hardstanding and garage at the rear, landscaping, and associated works.

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.

Northgate Higher Warberry Road Torquay TQ1 1SF

T2 - 1x Silver birch (Betula pendula) - Sectionally dismantle, fell, and remove to ground level, employing appropriate lowering and rigging techniques to safely control the descent of each section in accordance with industry best practice. T3 - Copper beech (Fagus sylvatica purpurea) - Reduce the radial crown spread on the eastern aspect of the canopy that is growing towards the property only by removing approximately 2.50 metres from branch tips, leaving a final radial spread of 7.0 metres at all compass points. Site: Northgate, Higher Warberry Road, Torquay, TQ1 1SF TPO: Area Tree Preservation Order - 1973.013 - Lydwell Area, Torquay T2 - Silver Birch (Betula pendula) The Silver Birch is located in close proximity to the dwelling and rear garden area. Due to its position, the tree now causes significant shading to the main habitable rooms and garden, resulting in reduced natural daylight and amenity value to the property. In addition, Silver Birch is a relatively short-lived, fast-growing species that is prone to progressive decline with age. Removal of T2 will: Significantly improve light levels into the property and garden area. Reduce the risk of future damage to the property from root activity and crown growth. Remove the need for repeated cyclical pruning works in close proximity to the dwelling. The client has confirmed they are happy to replant with a more suitable replacement species in an appropriate location, thereby maintaining long-term tree cover and local amenity value while achieving a more sustainable relationship between tree and property. T3 - Copper Beech (Fagus sylvatica Purpurea) The Copper Beech is a prominent specimen tree situated close to the property boundary, with the eastern sector of the crown extending directly towards the dwelling. An arboricultural risk assessment has been undertaken using the QTRA (Quantified Tree Risk Assessment) methodology. The proposed works are limited to a selective radial crown red

105 Laura Grove Paignton TQ3 2LH

Construction of single storey rear extension and enlargement of patio to rear

28 Durham Close Paignton TQ3 2QN

T001: Sweet chestnut(Castanea sativa) - Sectional dismantle and fell using various rigging techniques. All arising material shall be removed from site and returned to our premises for recycling. Justification, please see attached QTRA for justification of works.

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.

52 Edenvale Road Paignton TQ3 2JH

Variation of Condition relating to application P/2025/0404: Alterations and extensions, including hip to gable and rear dormer extension and a single-storey side extension. Condition: P1 - Approved Plans. Variation sought: Increase in roof ridge height and height of the dormer north east elevation.

51 Longmead Road Paignton TQ3 1AX

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The Palms Lower Warberry Road Torquay TQ1 1TS

T1 and T2 Lawson's Cypress trees fell. Loss of lateral support to trees after the retaining wall failed, demonstrating ongoing site instability. Trees are not visible to the public.

44 Fore Street Torquay TQ1 4LX

Non-material amendment relating to P/2024/0432. Amendments sought: modification of rear dormer to create inset dormer, removal of 2no. chimney stacks to rear and removal of 3no. windows to side.

44 Fore Street Torquay TQ1 4LX

Variation of condition in relation to P/2024/0432 (Extension and reconfiguration of mixed-use residential-commercial building to six apartments. Existing commercial space to be retained.): Condition 04 - Joinery. Variation sought: Installation of heritage-style uPVC windows.

Upton Rectory Furzehill Road Torquay TQ1 3JG

T1 Apple (height: 3m, canopy radius: 1.5m, DBH: 40cm, no of stems: 1) Remove close to ground level and treat stumps with herbicide to inhibit regrowth. H2 Cypress (height: 3.5m) Remove stems within 6m of area of damage. T6 Holm Oak (height: 2.2m, canopy radius: 1m, DBH: 42cm, no of stems: 1) Remove close to ground level and treat stump with herbicide to inhibit regrowth.

10 Ben Venue Close Torquay TQ1 1RX

Replacement of tarmac driveway with resin bound non-slip surface.

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.

23 Daison Crescent Torquay TQ1 4LJ

Construction of single storey rear extension to include, roof lanterns, obscure privacy screen, fencing and external steps.