Planning applications in Torbay, March 2026

23 Court Road Torquay TQ2 6SE

Non-material amendment relating to P/2025/0370. Amendment sought: Rear windows to be increased from 1050mm high to 1650mm high to match centre windows.

Greycliffe Lower Warberry Road Torquay TQ1 1QY

T1 - Lime Crown reduction by up to 3 m across the entire canopy, proportionally decreasing height and lateral spread. Final pruning cuts should be made at the positions shown in the submitted photographs (red-marked cut points). All cuts to be made to suitable secondary growth points, preserving a balanced, natural crown shape. Maximum wound size should be kept as small as practicable and in line with BS3998:2010 Tree Work - Recommendations. Justification for Works The tree shows poor bifurcation, developing a single dominant stem with limited structural division. Crown reduction will decrease end-weight, reduce mechanical stress, and help maintain the tree at a size suitable for its environment. The works are preventative and aim to keep the tree structurally sound. T2 - Horse Chestnut Crown reduction by up to 3 metres, maintaining the natural crown shape. Final pruning cuts should follow the positions shown in the submitted photographs. Pruning aims to reduce end-weight and mechanical loading on the cavity located just below the first-order branch junction. All cuts are to be made to appropriate secondary growth points, in accordance with BS3998:2010. Justification for Work A cavity is present below the first-order branch junction, which reduces the structural integrity at a key load-bearing point. Crown reduction will decrease lever arm forces acting on the defective area and mitigate the risk of branch or stem failure. The work is proportionate, preventive, and intended to safely retain the tree.

Blue Mist Rawlyn Road Torquay TQ2 6PQ

Conversion of loft to include increase of ridge height and installation of dormers to east (front) elevation and west (rear) elevation, including insertion of 2no. rooflights to west (rear) elevation.

52 Edenvale Road Paignton TQ3 2JH

Variation of Condition relating to application P/2026/0069 (Variation of Condition relating to application P/2025/0404. Condition: P1 - Approved Plans. Variation sought: Increase in roof ridge height and height of the dormer north east elevation). Condition: P1 - Approved Plans. Variation sought: Addition of dark grey composite cladding to new gable on North-west elevation in lieu of render finish and alteration to the material of the cladding to the dormer.

Flat 1 88 Forest Road Torquay TQ1 4JX

Certificate of lawfulness for proposed use: conversion of garage including increase in height, the construction of single storey extension to rear, fenestration changes and associated works.

98 Preston Down Road Paignton TQ3 1DP

Certificate of Lawfulness for an Existing Use - Formation of single storey extension to north (rear) elevation.

40 Church Street Paignton TQ3 3AH

Change of use from commercial premises (Use Class E) at ground and lower ground floor to one self-contained residential flat (Use Class C3).

Flat 9 Rosemont Lower Woodfield Road Torquay TQ1 2JY

Replacement of wooden sash windows with upvc design.

Shorton Cottage 47 Shorton Road Paignton TQ3 1RF

5 Day Notice This notice applies strictly to those trees recorded as "dead" within the survey only. Please see Photos

20 Titchfield Gardens Paignton TQ3 3NT

Formation of single-storey rear extension with flat roof & parapet, including rooflights. Formation of new openings, including bifold doors and windows.

246 Barton Hill Road Torquay TQ2 8LA

Formation of front dormer extension

23 Roundham Road Paignton TQ4 6DN

Formation of one detached dwelling (Use Class C3) within curtilage (self-build).

27 Fairlawns Park Grange Road Paignton TQ4 7JL

Formation of conservatory attached to existing residential park home.

3 St Margarets Close Torquay TQ1 4NR

Enlargement of single-storey extension to side and construction of first floor extension above.

66A & 66B Torquay Road Paignton Devon TQ4 5BW

Installation of plant equipment, shopfront alterations and associated works.

10A Clennon Summit Paignton TQ4 5HD

Erection of 1.9 metre high close-boarded fence to a section of the front boundary (Part-retrospective).

Moongate Cottage Hillesdon Road Torquay TQ1 1QF

Change of use from three holiday let units to a single dwelling C3 with internal changes, replacement roof windows and doors.

Land Adjacent To 20 Dart View Road Galmpton Brixham TQ5 0PN

Variation of conditions in relation to P/2023/0909 (Variation of Conditions relating to application P/2023/0375: Construction of a one-and-a-half storey dwelling with associated car parking and landscaping. Condition: P1 - Approved Plans. Variation sought: Increase in roof ridge height.): Condition P1 - Approved Plans & Condition 8 - Materials. Variation sought: Changes to elevations, including amendments to rooflight and solar panels to front, eaves height and introduction of chimney, glazed canopy at front, and changes to rear fenestration and side window.

Primrose Lodge Higher Warborough Road Brixham TQ5 0PF

Certificate of lawfulness for proposed single storey extension to side.

5 Longmead Walk Paignton TQ3 1AT

Construction of two storey extension and porch to east (front) elevation of property.

Lynway Court St Marychurch Road Torquay TQ1 3JP

As per the work spec within the report. A previous application was turned down and a question was asked about how long the probe was used to measure the decay within the crown the probe was 8 inches long.

10 Polsham Park Paignton TQ3 2AD

Conversion of loft space to double bedroom, maintaining existing external roofline and refurbishment with like-for-like materials where required. Installation of U-shaped staircase to access first floor. Installation of 4 Velux windows.

19 Collingwood Close Torquay TQ1 2DN

External changes to the existing front porch and balcony balustrading and replacement windows/doors on the all elevations and additional opening on the side (SE) elevation.

Shorton Cottage 47 Shorton Road Paignton TQ3 1RF

Please see the tree survey this application applies to the works relating to all trees except the dead ones.

Land At Orchard Way Edginswell Torquay TQ2 7FA

Installation of an Electric Vehicle Charging Hub for 12 vehicles with canopy, charging stands, kiosk, substation, illuminated 4m totem at front, landscaping and access & illuminated sign for shop. (Please see accompanying AD P/2026/0191).

5 Hillside Road Brixham TQ5 9JE

Single storey side (NW) extension to include roof terrace, removal of front (SW) steps and enclose front of property, changes to rear garden and fenestration, and the creation of off-street parking.

Land At Orchard Way Edginswell Torquay TQ2 7FA

Installation of an Electric Vehicle Charging Hub for 12 vehicles with canopy, charging stands, kiosk, substation, illuminated 4m totem at front, landscaping and access & illuminated sign for shop. (Please see accompanying PA P/2026/0190).

Summerhill Higher Lincombe Road Torquay TQ1 2EX

T12 & T13 - 2x Monterey Cypress - Crown lift by removing primary, secondary and sub-lateral branch growth, to provide a vertical clearance of approximately 5.60 m between ground level and the lowest foliage tips, thereby achieving the desired clearance over the road. Individual pruning wounds shall not exceed 100 mm in diameter in accordance with BS 39982010 Tree Work - Recommendations. Remove dead or broken branches and stubs left from previous tree pruning operations, where such material exceeds 20 mm in diameter. T10 - 1x Beech Tree Crown reduce the tree overall by pruning back to the previous pruning points, whilst retaining the main framework and natural shape of the crown, thereby maintaining a high proportion of the foliage-bearing structure. Reduce the height of the tree by approximately 2.0 metres, leaving a final overall height of approximately 8.0 metres. Reduce the radial crown spread by approximately 2.0 metres, leaving a final radial spread of approximately 8.0 metres at all compass points. Individual final pruning wounds shall not exceed 40 mm in diameter. T16 - 1x Beech Tree Crown lift over the driveway only by removing secondary and sub-lateral branch growth, to provide a vertical clearance of approximately 6.0 metres between ground level and the lowest foliage tips, thereby achieving the desired clearance. All works shall retain the natural form of the crown and avoid the creation of large pruning wounds. Individual pruning wounds shall not exceed 40 mm in diameter. All arisings to be removed from site and returned to a Devon Tree Services depot for recycling, leaving the area safe, clean, and tidy. TPO & Conservation Area Application -Justification Statement The proposed tree works form part of an ongoing cyclical management programme aimed at maintaining the long term health, structural integrity and safe retention of the tree stock. Continued on JS25.03.26. See attached.

Land Adjacent To Lanscombe House Hotel Cockington Lane Torquay TQ2 6XA

Installation of 9m pole and associated apparatus.

42 Mimosa Way Paignton TQ4 7FE

T003 - Ash - Sectional Dismantle

Land Adjacent To Lower Lodge Cockington Lane Torquay TQ2 6XA

Installation of 9m pole and associated apparatus.

Land Adjacent To Shires Cockington Lane Torquay TQ2 6XA

Installation of 9m pole and associated apparatus.

Weavers Cottage Cockington Lane Torquay TQ2 6XA

Replacement of failing single glazed C20/C21 windows with timber, heritage double glazed casement windows.

Higher Alston Farmhouse Alston Lane Brixham TQ5 0HT

We intend to prune our Mimosa Tree at the front of the property to keep it well maintained and prevent it from protruding significantly into the Highway. This also obstructs visibility for those using the courtyard which is a safety concern. Please see image of tree and location plan. NB: Tree is the larger of the two canopies depicted in the front garden on the plans (SE corner). The proposed works consist of a selective crown reduction to the outer extremities of the canopy. It is intended to reduce the length of the overextended branches to approx 1.5-2m from the branch tips equating to an overall reduction of no more than 20-30% of the crown volume.

Bowden Cleeve Steep Hill Torquay TQ1 4TS

Please refer to attached tree report for comments. Work spec: 777 Monterey Cypress: Reduce the side of the western crown by 2.5m by selective branch removal. Crown raise the eastern stem to 5m above ground level to reduce load on the sagged limb. Prune to achieve a 2m clearance from the garage. Prune to achieve a 1m clearance from the telecoms wore. Use a maximum cut diameter of 125mm. Comments: Main stem divides at 1.5m into 5 stems. Some included bark present but no signs of excessive movement. The stems are extensive and have notable leans, most of all in the SW stem. The crown density is below average, more so in southern stem where there is several dead branches 100mm diameter. The eastern stem is subdominant, it looks to have sagged and likely contains some cracking. 778 Monterey Cypress: Reduce the spread of the lowest 2 limbs in the eastern aspect by 1.5m by selective branch removal. Remove hanging branches at approximately 12m above ground level. Use a 100mm maximum cut diameter. Comments: Triple stemmed from 1.5m. significant crown bias to the east. Ivy on main stems. Extensive lateral branches in eastern aspect. There is at least one broken branch suspended over the neighbours garage at approximately 12m above ground level. 779 Monterey Cypress: Remove the hanging branch near the top of the tree. Remove ivy. Prune to achieve a 2m clearance from the garage. Reduce the spread of lowest eastern branch by 2m and crown raise it by 2m. Use a 100mm maximum cut diameter. Comments: Dog-legged main stem with significant crown bias to the SW. Crown growing with 1m of garage. Ivy growth on main stem. Volume of decay suspected in main stem. Obscured by ivy, but considered contained. Lowest branch in eastern aspect is extensive with excessive end loading suspected. There is a hanging branch near the top of the tree, suspended over the garage roof. 780 Monterey Cypress: Reduce the southwestern side of the crown by 2m, targeting the cracked limb. Reduce the heig

Land Adjacent To Greenwood Ansteys Cove Road Torquay TQ1 2JE

Formation of one detached dwelling (pursuant to outline planning permission P/2018/1281).

Morrisons Totnes Road Paignton TQ4 7EU

Relocation of existing recycling bins and creation of EV charging zone, sub-station enclosure, LV panel, meter cabinet, plant room, erection of jetwash bays, air/vac bays and associated works.

Rock Bank West Higher Manor Road Brixham TQ5 8HA

Oak T1 - Proposed work: Fell. Justification: The tree exhibits a pronounced lean with a restricted rooting environment, resulting in reduced structural stability. Removal is appropriate due to limited long-term retention potential. Natural regeneration is generally expected and seen as a suitable strategy for this species. Oak T2 - Proposed work: Re-coppice to previous points. Justification: Evidence of decay within the lower stem. Re-coppicing helps restore a stable coppice stool and keeps the tree contributing to the hedge structure. Natural regeneration is generally expected and seen as a suitable replacement strategy for this species. Oak T3 - Proposed work: Fell. Justification: Significant lean combined with constrained rooting space, limiting safe future development. Removal is appropriate given the low long-term viability. Natural regeneration is generally expected and seen as a suitable strategy for this species. Oak T4 - Re-coppice to previous points. Justification: Decay is present in the lower stem. Re-coppicing helps restore a stable coppice stool and keeps the tree contributing to the hedge structure. Natural regeneration is generally expected and seen as a suitable replacement strategy for this species. Sycamore T5 - Proposed work: Crown reduction by up to 2m, maintaining natural form. Justification: Works intended to manage crown spread and maintain appropriate clearance while retaining tree health and amenity value. The tree lost its stability and possibly some roots when the neighbouring wall collapsed last year. Oak T6 - Proposed work: Remove the lowest-order branch only. Justification: Minor branch removal required to facilitate access for larger vehicles. The branch is of small diameter with an acceptable 3:1 ratio, and removal will not adversely affect the tree's form or vitality.

Blue Hayes Parkhill Road Torquay TQ1 2DQ

Construction of three storey lift to side elevation of property.

Seascape Hotel 8-10 Tor Church Road Torquay TQ2 5UT

Conversion and extension of hotel and ancillary garage into 29 residential apartments, including demolition of parts of existing buildings, alterations to the facades of the buildings and accesses, construction of additional residential floorspace above the ancillary garage, parking provision and other associated works.

7 Quinta Close Torquay TQ1 3RW

Two storey side extension, rear single storey extension, alterations to existing patio and associated works.

Flat 1 Barrington Court Cleveland Road Paignton TQ4 6EL

T002 - Holm oak - Prune the SW canopy to clear the gable end and steps to Flat 1 - 5m clearance from edge of canopy to the gable end.

41 Totnes Road Paignton TQ4 5LA

Change of Use from existing Class E Ambulance Offices to Class C2 Residential Institution as Adult's Respite Centre.

119 Primley Park Paignton TQ3 3JX

Non-material Amendment to P/2021/0190. Amendments sought: Repositioning of rooflights to the dwelling and garage, Minor adjustments to garage fenestration, Redistribution of the L-shaped garage footprint, Installation of solar panels to roof, Installation of small enclosure to house associated solar equipment along western boundary.

3 Ferrers Green Brixham TQ5 0LF

Construction of extension to rear with decking area and creation of porch to front.

88 Barnfield Road Paignton TQ3 2JX

Roof conversion from hipped to gable to include installation of dormer to rear. Construction of single-storey extension to rear with raised landing area.

242 Union Street Torquay TQ2 5QU

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

Bay Tree Cottage Grafton Road Torquay TQ1 1QJ

Construction of single storey extension to front, changes to fenestration on front (W)

28 Crownhill Rise Torquay TQ2 5LR

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

Sunny Glen Parkhill Road Torquay TQ1 2DZ

Construction of detached timber framed carport.