Planning applications in Torbay, May 2026

Southern Comfort Meadfoot Sea Road Torquay TQ1 2LQ

I am applying to remove one large Eucalyptus nitens. This tree is growing close to the boundary with Suncourt about half-way between the highway and the house. It is in the region of 20m in height. General The garden has been carefully designed and has been noted for the variety and quality of its plants. The area around the tree is tightly planted with trees (as can be see from Drawing_01) including the following: Gleditsia triacanthos, Magnolia officinalis var biloba, Phoenix canariensis, Magnolia grandiflora, Catalpa bignionoides 'Aurea', . All these are large including the P. canariensis. There is a smaller Butia capitata and a Cornus cousa further away. In addition there are large shrubs including a Japanese maple, Tetrapanax, Viburnum and Camellia Glycerinia as a windbreak, Pseudopanax ferox as well as countless Trachycarpus fortunei. There is a large plane tree in the highway which largely screens these plantings from the roadway, especially during summer. Reasons for works 1. In common with other Eucalyptus which I have had growing in the garden and which have quite rapidly died, this tree has a large scar on its western side. The dimensions of the scar are about 1300mm by 150mm (at the widest). The inner wood is fully exposed, is soft and is discoloured. This defect is not apparent from the eastern (our) side of the tree. I have been advised that this tree will probably not survive more than another year or two. It may be relevant that a much smaller neighbouring Eucalyptus niphophila has recently fully died. 2. My neighbour in Suncourt has been telling me that he is concerned that the tree is growing too close to his boundary wall and large paved area which he fears may be damaged by its shallow roots. 3. My main concern is that the tree - given its height and exposure to winds in the Meadfoot Valley - now poses a risk by falling either onto the Southern Comfort driveway or onto the Suncourt one. It is thus constitutes a danger to persons

83 Chestnut Drive Brixham TQ5 0DE

Construction of extension to rear.

14 Bishops Rise Torquay TQ1 2PJ

Conversion and enlargement of existing attached carport to principal (south east) elevation of host dwelling, including increasing roof height.

Land Adjacent To 103 Torridge Avenue Torquay TQ2 7NB

Installation of 11m pole and associated apparatus.

Pilots Rest 47A Overgang Road Brixham TQ5 8AR

Conversion of loft and installation of roof light to front and rear and balcony rooflight to rear.

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.

4 Alexandra Terrace Mill Lane Torquay TQ2 5AL

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1 Strawberry Meadows Paignton Torbay TQ4 7UF

Certificate of lawfulness for proposed: Construction of single storey rear extension.

Woodfield Court Higher Woodfield Road Torquay TQ1 2LD

Boundary Trees on Lower Woodfield Road T1 & T2 - 2 - Yew trees, T3 -1 - Turkey Oak and T4 & T5 - 2 - Holm Oaks located along the boundary adjacent to Lower Woodfield Road Crown lift to provide a vertical clearance of approximately 5.6 metres between ground level and the lowest foliage tips, pruning secondary and sub-lateral branch growth only, to achieve suitable highway regulations 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 60 mm in diameter. T6 -1 - Mature Turkey Oak Remove 2 - dead branches overhanging the road, pruning back to suitable growth points. Dead branch Individual pruning wounds shall not exceed 60 mm in diameter. T7 - 1 - Austrian Pine Crown lift by removing the lowest primary branch to provide a vertical clearance of approximately 5.6 metres above road level, pruning back to the main stem to achieve highway regulation height. Reduce 1 - lateral primary branch overhanging the road & overhead BT Cable by removing approximately 2.0 metres from the branch tips, pruning back to suitable growth points. All works shall retain the natural form of the crown and avoid the creation of large pruning wounds. Individual pruning wounds shall not exceed 60 mm in diameter. Boundary Tree on Higher Woodfield Road T8 - 1 - Common Pear Tree Crown lift to provide a vertical clearance of approximately 5.6 metres above road level, pruning secondary and sub-lateral branch growth only, to achieve regulation highway height 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 works to be carried out in accordance with BS 39982010 Tree Work - Recommendations. Justification and reasons for work within the attached document

28 Pentridge Avenue Torquay TQ2 6UN

Construction of single storey extension to the side (E) and rear (N) which includes bifold doors and an extension to the existing dormer to the rear (N).

Clifton Cary Park Torquay TQ1 3NH

Replacement of wooden windows and front door with UPVC designs.

Oldway Mansion Torquay Road Paignton TQ3 2TD

Partial demolition and temporary stabilisation works to banqueting hall and boundary wall.

Flat 1 Vernon Court Warren Road Torquay TQ2 5TR

Tree 1 Holm Oak 16m (h) 110cm (d) Cut back to previous approved cut, reducing excessive regrowth down by 4m to old cut previous pruning points bringing height down to 12m and radius to 8m equating to a 20% reduction The radial spread will be 8metre post pruning Tree 2 Holm Oak (multi stem) 15m (h) Cut back to previous cut points, reducing excessive regrowth by 4m to previous cut points reducing overall height to 11m and radius to 7m equating to a 15% reduction The radial spread will be 7m post pruning Tree 3 Holm Oak 12m(h) 1m(d) Cut back to previous cut points, reducing excessive regrowth by 4m to previous points bringing height down to 8m and radius to 12.5m equating to 20% reduction. The radial spread will be 12.5m post pruning On all three trees no cutting any further than has previously been completed.

Torre Railway Station Newton Road Torquay TQ2 5EU

Installation of PVC underground duct, containing external fibre telecommunications cable. Installation of a fibre termination box (containing further cabling) to external wall.

Office Address Ellesmere Lower Warberry Road Torquay TQ1 1TR

T2897 - Sorbus (Sorbus aucuparia): Sectional dismantling to ground level due to structural concerns associated with low multi-stem unions, included bark and evidence of basal dysfunction. T2895 - Sycamore (Acer pseudoplatanus): Sectional dismantling to near ground level due to extensive stem decay, significant cavity formation and compromised structural integrity. T2896 - Norway Maple (Acer platanoides): Crown reduction by approximately 1.5?2.0 metres throughout the crown to reduce end-weight and improve crown balance, including removal of minor deadwood. T2892 - Pedunculate Oak (Quercus robur): Moderate crown reduction by approximately 1.5?2.0 metres throughout the outer crown extent to reduce loading associated with suspected internal stem dysfunction whilst retaining natural form. T2891, T2890, T2889, T2887 & T2884 - Sycamores (Acer pseudoplatanus): Crown reduction works between approximately 1.5-2.5 metres to reduce leverage and loading on co-dominant stems and included unions whilst retaining natural crown form and amenity value. T2886 - Pedunculate Oak (Quercus robur): Light crown reduction of extended lateral limbs by approximately 1.5-2.0 metres to improve crown balance and reduce end-weight loading. T2883 - Turkey Oak (Quercus cerris): Light crown reduction by approximately 1.5-2.0 metres to reduce loading on co-dominant stems and associated unions. Existing Cobra bracing system to be retained and monitored. T2882 - Monterey Cypress (Cupressus macrocarpa): Light crown reduction by approximately 1.5-2.0 metres radial spread together with removal of deadwood and fractured secondary limbs to reduce sail effect and loading on hollow stem sections. T2881 - Ornamental Cherry (Prunus spp.): Removal to ground level due to progressive structural dysfunction, decay and declining vitality. Stump grinding to be undertaken where practicable. T2898 and Group G001: Crown lifting to provide approximately 5.2 metres clearance above the adjacent roadway/highway to maintain v

2 Churston Road Brixham TQ5 0HU

1. Ash tree at 2 Churston Road. The tree is to the north east of the house and is growing with in a meter of the side wall of the house. Due to distance from the house the trees branches are growing into the house and the roots are damaging the wall and pavement. For this reason we would like to remove the tree. 2. Dead tree in the hedge in front of Churston Court Farm. A hedge of trees run in front of Churston court farm, in front of one of the farm building one of the trees is clearly dead. For this reason we would like to remove the tree from the hedgerow.

Cary Castle Cary Castle Drive Torquay TQ1 4QZ

The following tree works are proposed in accordance with the recommendations contained within the Arboricultural Survey & Tree Risk Report prepared by Topp Tree Care Ltd dated 19 May 2026. The proposed works are intended to proactively manage mature Lime trees situated adjacent to residential dwellings, access roads, parking areas and pedestrian routes, in order to reduce excessive end-weight loading, mitigate foreseeable branch failure risk, and establish a sustainable cyclical management regime whilst retaining the significant amenity value of the tree population in accordance with BS3998:2010 Tree Work Recommendations. T0033, T0031, T0029, T0027, T0025, T0023, T0021, T0019, T0017, T0015, T0013 & T0011 European Lime (Tilia x europaea): Undertake selective and sympathetic crown reductions of approximately 2.0?3.0 metres throughout the outer canopy, with particular emphasis on reducing elongated lateral growth and excessive end-weight over adjacent dwellings, gardens, parking areas and access routes. Works to be carried out by reduction back to suitable secondary growth points whilst retaining a natural and balanced crown form appropriate to the species. T0007 ? European Lime (Tilia x europaea): Undertake a light crown reduction and selective end-weight reduction of approximately 1.5?2.0 metres to elongated lateral limbs and upper co-dominant scaffold structure to reduce mechanical loading and wind sail. Remove ivy from the lower stem and primary unions and undertake routine monitoring of the co-dominant union structure. T0005 & T0003 ? European Lime (Tilia x europaea): Undertake light crown reduction and selective end-weight reduction of approximately 10?15% throughout the outer canopy to reduce loading on historic scaffold unions and constrained basal structures adjacent to the retaining wall. Remove minor deadwood and ivy growth from the lower stem and buttress areas to facilitate future inspection and ongoing management. Group G001 ? European Lime Group: Remov

5 Shapley Tor Close Brixham TQ5 0RF

Replacement of rear balcony. New balcony to be formed in toughened glass, cladco composite decking, stainless steel cross struts. Balcony ends to be formed with opaque glass (1.8m high).

3 Overdale Close Torquay TQ2 8RD

T001 - Atlas Cedar (Cedrus atlantica): Undertake a light, sympathetic lateral crown reduction of approximately 1.0-1.5 metres on the dwelling-facing aspect only in order to reduce encroachment toward the adjacent property and maintain a suitable spatial relationship with the building. Works to retain the tree's natural form and balanced crown structure, with an estimated post-work crown spread of approximately 6.5-7.0 metres on the pruned aspect and approximately 8.0 metres elsewhere throughout the retained canopy. Concurrent removal of significant deadwood over identified target areas, including adjacent dwellings and gardens, is also proposed as part of routine tree management. The proposed works are considered minor and proportionate arboricultural management intended to implement early-stage crown maintenance through small diameter pruning cuts, thereby avoiding the need for more extensive pruning works in the future. All works are to be undertaken in accordance with BS3998:2010 by suitably qualified and insured arboricultural contractors.

Torquay Boys Grammar School Shiphay Manor Drive Torquay TQ2 7EL

T1 - Sweet Chestnut - Reduce the east (E) primary branch of the sweet chestnut that has sustained damage from the failed branch back to a suitable pruning point / point of origin in accordance with current arboricultural best practice. Remove damaged, torn, or fractured wood as necessary to leave a sound finished pruning wound. All material will be left on site. The FSC have also been made aware of these works. The proposed reduction of the damaged east primary branch is intended to lessen end-weight and reduce mechanical loading on the compromised structure, thereby mitigating the likelihood of further branch failure while retaining the branch for the long term where reasonably practicable. The extent of reduction has been specified to maintain sufficient live crown and preserve the existing branch framework and natural crown form in accordance with good arboricultural practice. Retention of the branch also allows the longitudinal split and associated wound features to develop as valuable habitat components, contributing to the tree?s ecological value and potential for habitat development over time. The works therefore seek to achieve an appropriate balance between risk management, tree retention, structural stability, and habitat conservation.

Land At Clennon Valley Penwill Way Paignton

Change in ground levels for the provision of level playing pitches.

2 Blue Waters Drive Paignton TQ4 6JE

Replace rear flat roof extensions with single wider flat roof extension to create open plan kitchen living area. External works to lower section of garden to create level access to new extension and add shallow ramps to lowered patio. Internal alterations to add two ensuites and new wc.

Brunel Court Watcombe Heights Road Torquay TQ1 4SG

Construction of two storey side extension, roof extension, enlargement of terrace and replacement porch.

13 Curledge Street Paignton TQ4 5BA

Change of use of existing dwellinghouse (Use Class C3) to a small-scale supported accommodation use (Use Class C2) for up to three young people aged 16-18, with associated staff support. No external alterations.

213 Dartmouth Road Paignton TQ4 6LG

Internal alterations to layout, replacement windows and erection of single storey extension to rear.

Beau Vista 29 Whidborne Avenue Torquay TQ1 2PG

5 Day Notice - Fell dead Ash tree. Significant Ash dieback with canopy 100% dead.

6 Mead Road Torquay TQ2 6TE

Construction of single storey side extension to form garage and habitable room.

2A Keysfield Road Paignton TQ4 6EP

The tree is situated in our front garden on the border with the house next door. The crown overhanging next door has been cut back to approximately four to five feet. The crown on our side of the garden has not been pruned (by the previous owners of our property); and as such is now twelve to fifteen wide. Our main area of concern is the fact that the branches are beginning to grow through the telephone wires that serve the house next door, and will begin to cause damage in the near future. If this work is done the tree will also begin to look more symmetrical and in fitting with the area.

Oakwood Lower Warberry Road Torquay TQ1 1QP

Sycamore T1 requires a reduction to shorten and remove the damaged branches because its outer crown was struck during the same failure event that caused the neighbouring Sycamore to collapse with full root plate uplift. The impact forces generated by that failure caused tearing and breakage in the outer canopy of T1, leaving exposed wounds that cannot occlude effectively and now serve as direct entry points for decay fungi and other pathogens. The removal of damaged, weakened and pathogen-susceptible branches restores a stable canopy form and reduces mechanical stress on the remaining structure. This represents a reasonable and proportionate intervention to address recent impact-related damage and to prevent foreseeable deterioration, consistent with BS3998 and NTSG principles. Beech T2 fell because its root plate had been disturbed following the recent failure of the adjacent Sycamore. The site is a former quarry, and the Beech grows directly on exposed rock, where rooting depth and lateral spread are naturally restricted. Trees in this environment rely on a small number of structural roots that penetrate fissures in the rock, making their anchorage highly dependent on the integrity of those few attachment points. When the neighbouring Sycamore failed with full root plate uplift, as confirmed in the five-day notice, the collapse generated significant mechanical shock and ground disturbance within the same rooting zone. In a quarry setting, such disturbance can loosen or shear anchoring roots, reduce frictional contact between roots and rock, and create voids beneath the root plate without producing obvious external symptoms. The combination of restricted rooting due to the quarry substrate, the recent destabilising failure immediately adjacent, and the observable disturbance around the Beechs root plate now increases the likelihood of progressive or sudden root-plate rotation beyond a tolerable threshold. Because anchorage lost in fractured rock cannot be restor

Longdon Higher Erith Road Torquay TQ1 2NH

Eucalyptus T1: The proposed works involve selective crown reduction of the eucalyptus on the building side only, shortening the long, phototropic lateral limb by up to three metres back to suitable secondary growth points. All pruning will be carried out in accordance with BS3998:2010, retaining branch collars, avoiding flush or stub cuts, and maintaining a natural crown form. Final cuts will be limited to approximately 50 mm in diameter, with only minor balancing cuts elsewhere, if required, to maintain symmetry. The works are necessary because the tree has developed a long phototropic limb extending towards the building, supported by an attachment that is carrying increased mechanical loading. This limb is now in direct conflict with the structure and is subject to elevated leverage and sail forces during wind events. Reducing it will lower end-weight, reduce bending stress at the attachment, and restore safe clearance while retaining the tree?s amenity value. The reduction is a proportionate and arboriculturally sound intervention that directly addresses the mechanical loading on the limb without resorting to removal. Overall, the proposed reduction represents the minimum necessary intervention to manage structural loading and building conflict. The tree remains viable, and removal is neither justified nor proportionate. Selective reduction provides an effective means of managing asymmetric crown development and phototropic extension while preserving the tree?s contribution to the landscape. According to historical records held by the planning department, this tree has never previously been subject to any formal tree work.

135 Westhill Road Torquay TQ1 4NT

Demolition of existing extension to northwest elevation, formation of single-storey extension (lower-ground floor) with raised terrace above (ground floor) to southwest elevation and two-and-a-half-storey extension to northwest elevation, proposed stepped access to rear outdoor amenity space and associated works.

Waldon House St Lukes Road South Torquay TQ2 5YQ

Works to penthouse wall, to include installation of external wall insulation.

8 Swallowfield Rise Torquay TQ2 7SF

Replacement of rear conservatory with single storey extension.

Curtilage Of Norwegian Wood Hollacombe Lane Paignton TQ3 2DT

Construction of single detached house (self build) within curtilage of property.

Chine Crest Sladnor Park Road Torquay TQ1 4TF

Non-material amendment relating to P/2025/0627. Amendments sought: reduce size of external decking and change run of steps.

71 Penwill Way Paignton TQ4 5JQ

Installation of first floor terrace/balcony to rear of dwelling, including glass balustrading and privacy screening.

62 Braddons Hill Road East Torquay TQ1 1HF

Convert bed and breakfast property to standard residential dwelling.

Waddeton View Brixham Road Paignton TQ4 7BQ

Formation of single-storey side and rear flat roof extension.

Sutherland House Higher Warberry Road Torquay TQ1 1RY

5 Day Notice Fell - Dangerous tree as has serious root and basal decay. The tree is very decayed with a probe going through about 60% of the base.

Nurton Lodge Castor Road Brixham TQ5 9QE

5 Day Notice - Fell - Dead Spruce Tree located on driveway of property.

271 Teignmouth Road Torquay TQ1 4RT

T1 Ash - fell

Coppice Hotel Barrington Road Torquay TQ1 2QJ

Demolition of hotel and construction of 41 retirement apartments including communal facilities, access, car parking, landscaping and associated works.

Rockwood Lodge Vane Hill Road Torquay TQ1 2BT

Refurbishment, demolition and extension of existing house and formation of 3 x two-storey dwelling houses with associated car parking, garden amenity, secure cycle storage & refuse and recycling and associated works.

Inn On The Green Esplanade Road Paignton TQ4 6BG

Demolition of former Inn on The Green public house and construction of conferencing, function and events space with associated parking and landscaping.

The Rosewood 56 Belgrave Road Torquay TQ2 5HY

Change of use of upper floors of property from C1 (guesthouse) to six-bedroom HMO. Basement and ground floor owner's accommodation remains unchanged. No external alterations.

39 Primley Park Paignton TQ3 3JS

Construction of lower ground floor rear extension with roof terrace, lower ground floor pitched rear garden room and replacement of ground floor single storey side extension.

St Helens Higher Erith Road Torquay TQ1 2NQ

Variation of Condition relating to application P/2023/1090 (Variation of Condition relating to application P/2022/0423: Conversion of existing building to form four flats and formation of extension to form further three flats. Condition: P1 - Approved Plans. Variation sought: Alterations to the parking layout and building entrance of approved development.). Variation sought in relation to Conditions: P1 - Approved Plans and 04 - External Materials.

50 Mendip Road Torquay TQ2 6UQ

Construction of side dormer, side entrance porch and replace existing conservatory with single storey rear extension.

6 Kerria Close Paignton TQ3 3SF

Conversion of garage to form bedroom.

Land To The South Of White Rock Adjacent To Brixham Road Aka Inglewood Paignton

Non-Material Amendment relating to application P/2017/1133 (as varied by P/2023/0377): Outline application for residential led development of up to 373 dwellings (C3) together with the means of vehicular and pedestrian/cycle access together with the principle of a public house (A3/A4 use), primary school with nursery (D1), internal access roads and the provision of public open space (formal and informal) and strategic mitigation. The proposal includes amendments to Brixham Road, Long Road junction and Windy Corner junction. Details of access to be determined with all other matters reserved. ): Condition 21 (Highway phasing) - remove reference to bus stop infrastructure (which is secured through subsequent conditions), Condition 27 (Phasing of Windy Corner and Long Rd Highway Junction Works) - amend to completion of works before occupation of 150th dwelling (instead of first dwelling). Amendments sought: C1 (Approved Plans) and C25 (Northern Access Route) alternative route of the Northern Access Route (pedestrian and cycleway)