Planning applications in Torbay, August 2026

42 Wheatlands Road Paignton TQ4 5HU

Non-Material Amendment to P/2025/0077. Amendment sought: Redesign of scheme to include replacement of LGF extension with timber framed pergola, alteration in the size of rear GF extension, retention of rear bay window, change to balustrading and screening, changes to windows and doors, material changes.

12 Mena Park Close Paignton TQ4 7TA

T1 Leyland cypress T2 Spruce We would like to fell both these trees, the spruce is cladded in ivy and poor form. The Leyland Cypress is again of poor form and completely over powering this garden. To replace these with Beech trees would make sense.

South Ridge Middle Lincombe Road Torquay TQ1 2NE

T1 - cedar. Reduce the lateral spread/end-loading on 3 x low limbs on the west side of the tree by 2.5m, from 9.5m to 7m.

Briary Mews Lower Erith Road Torquay TQ1 2PR

T1 Mature Oak - Crown raise by approximately 2-3 meters, to achieve suitable clearance from understory parking area.

Disraelis House 50 Braddons Hill Road East Torquay TQ1 1HE

Replacement of 5 x second-floor sash windows with 5 x double glazed sash windows.

Land Adjacent To 18 Belfield Road Paignton TQ3 3UZ

Installation of 12m light wooded pole.

Land Adjacent To St Boniface House Belfield Road Paignton TQ3 3UZ

Installation of 12m light wooded pole.

Kismet Castle Gardens Castle Road Torquay TQ1 3BQ

T1 - Dead tree in the rear garden, species unknown. The tree is located in the garden of KISMET, close to the boundary with the neighbouring property. It is the dead tree shown in the attached photographs. Proposed works: Fell/remove T1 to ground level. Reason for works: The tree appears to be dead and is close to the neighbouring property/boundary. Removal is proposed because of concern that the tree may collapse and cause property damage or a safety risk.

11 Loxbury Road Torquay TQ2 6RS

Proposed raised decking area to rear of property and changes to fenestration.

38 Nelson Road Brixham TQ5 8BH

Formation of single-storey side (NW) extension.

41 Totnes Road Paignton TQ4 5LA

Change of use from ambulance offices (use class E) to residential institution as adult respite centre (use class C2) to include construction of single storey extension to rear and associated works.

Marsh Toyota 59 Totnes Road Paignton TQ3 3RE

Illuminated and non-illuminated signage, including 1 x pylon sign, 2 x fascia signs & 1 x welcome sign.

13 The Old Town Hall Babbacombe Road Torquay TQ1 3JR

Replacement of second floor window (retrospective).

Flat 1 Roundham House 22 Belle Vue Road Paignton TQ4 6ER

T009 - Mixed broadleaf group: Crown lift the highway-facing canopy to achieve 5.2 metres vertical clearance above the public highway. The group principally comprises beech, sycamore and common lime, with bay and cherry laurel beneath. The low canopy and leaning understorey stems are obstructing highway clearance and show evidence of previous vehicle strikes. The work is required to resolve existing vehicle conflicts and provide safe, sustainable clearance. Pruning will be limited to the minimum necessary, retain the trees' natural form and leave no avoidable large wounds. All operations will comply with BS 3998:2010 -Tree Work: Recommendations, subject to checks for nesting birds, bats and other protected species. Planning note: The survey identifies TPO reference 1974.014, but states that T001 and T009 appear not to be included within that TPO. The whole site is within the Roundham and Paignton Harbour Conservation Area, so the council should confirm whether this should be submitted as a TPO application or a Section 211 conservation-area notice.

Laurel Lodge Ridge Road Torquay TQ1 4TD

Demolition of conservatory, rear single storey extension, two storey side extension to form annexe, enlargement of first floor rear dormer extension, front porch, elevated terrace decking to the rear, erection of carport, shed and associated works (retrospective).

Villa St Christopher Hesketh Road Torquay TQ1 2LN

T1 ? Horse Chestnut: Fell to ground level. The tree is growing directly on top of a loose, failing stone wall, with roots displacing the structure and voids forming beneath the root plate. The wall no longer provides stable support, and the tree stands on a slope where any failure would directly target the adjacent house and garden. The tree is far younger than the established 1973 Tree Preservation Order and does not form part of the original protected stock. Removal is a proportionate risk-based intervention to prevent further structural displacement and foreseeable harm to property. T2 ? Oak: Repollard to previous pollard points. The tree is an established pollard requiring cyclical management to maintain structural stability. A bracket fungus of the genus Ganoderma is present on the stem, indicating internal decay. Repollarding will reduce lever-arm length and end-weight, mitigating risk while retaining the existing pollard framework. All cuts will be made back to existing knuckles in accordance with BS3998:2010.

9 Marlborough Avenue Torquay TQ1 1TT

T1 Yew is highly tolerant of pruning, responds well to cyclical management, and retains good vitality and crown density after reduction. A modest 1.5?m crown reduction on a 5-year cycle is therefore proportionate, sustainable, and appropriate for the long-term management of this tree in its constrained position. The tree exhibits a pronounced downslope lean, damaging the garden steps and increasing the risk of progressive deformation and further structural impact on them. A light cyclical reduction will reduce end-weight, limit further displacement, and maintain the tree in a safe and suitable condition. T2 Pine selective reduction of the lowest-order branch by approximately 3?m to reduce end-weight and manage encroachment towards neighbouring houses and gardens. No alteration to the main crown structure. The tree displays a significant downslope lean, with the lower crown targeting neighbouring houses and gardens. The lowest-order branch carries disproportionate end-weight on the tension side of the lean, increasing the risk of progressive deformation and conflict with adjacent properties. A targeted 3?m reduction of this limb will reduce loading, limit further displacement, and maintain safe clearance. The proposed work is therefore proportionate, sustainable, and appropriate for the long-term management of the tree in its constrained position.

Lynway Court St Marychurch Road Torquay TQ1 3JP

T003 ? Mature lime: Pollard to the main crown break, retaining the main stem and permanent primary scaffold framework. Thereafter manage as a cyclical pollard, with re-pollarding anticipated approximately every seven years. The works are requested following a ground-based assessment and subsequent climbing inspection. The aerial inspection identified multiple cavities within load-bearing primary branches supporting substantial upright stems. Three cavities were reported to extend beyond the diameter of the affected branch when investigated using an eight-inch probe. Further cavities and significant historic pruning wounds with associated decay were also recorded. The affected crown is exposed to wind and overhangs St Marychurch Road, the unsheltered Hatfield Cross bus stop and parts of Lynway Court. The inspecting arborist considered ordinary crown reduction but concluded that it would not sufficiently address the defects distributed through the primary crown. Pollarding is therefore proposed as a tree-retention and risk-management measure, rather than removal. T004 ? Mature lime: Crown reduce from approximately 30 metres to 28 metres in height and reduce radial spread from approximately 9 metres to 7.5 metres. Retain a natural flowing canopy outline and prune to suitable growth points. The T004 works are limited to crown reduction; pollarding is not proposed for this tree. T004 has previously been crown reduced and has responded with approximately 1?1.5 metres of regrowth. The proposed reduction continues this established management approach while retaining the tree?s overall form and amenity contribution. Both trees will be retained. All works will be undertaken by a competent and appropriately insured arboricultural contractor in accordance with the approved specification and BS 3998:2010, subject to appropriate ecological and highway-safety controls.

Craig Ilsham Marine Drive Torquay TQ1 2HT

Fell T6 Pine, 80% of the crown is dead, with very little live foliage remaining. The tree is in terminal decline and directly threatens both houses and gardens to the south, creating an unacceptable risk. Removal is required to restore a proportionate level of safety. Replacement planting: One replacement tree of the same species will be planted within the garden, providing long-term amenity at an appropriate scale. T5 Pine ? Remove only the lowest-order branches, as shown in the photographs. These are small-diameter, phototropic limbs below the main crown structure. All cuts will comply with BS 3998:2010, with the final cut diameter not exceeding one third of the parent branch or stem. This minor work maintains natural form and improves clearance and light without altering the crown. T1 Pine ? Remove only the lowest-order phototropic branches. These are small, low-value limbs whose removal is minor and does not affect crown structure. All cuts will follow BS 3998:2010, with the final cut diameter not exceeding one third of the parent branch or stem. This improves balance and light while preserving the crown.

Land Adjacent To 86 Longstone Road Paignton TQ4 7HN

Installation of 8m light wooden pole.

Anchor Stone Watcombe Heights Road Torquay TQ1 4SG

T1, T2 and T3 Ash: Fell to near-ground level without stump grinding, as this would risk damaging the roots of neighbouring trees within the G1. The trees show symptoms consistent with Ash Dieback (Hymenoscyphus fraxineus), including crown thinning, deadwood, and progressive structural decline. Several stems are heavily entangled with neighbouring trees, causing ongoing bark damage and creating points of infection and decay. The interlocking crowns prevent normal movement, increase mechanical stress, and raise the likelihood of partial or whole-tree failure within falling distance of the property boundary and adjacent structures. Given the combination of ADB infection, mechanical stress from entanglement, and progressive bark damage, removal is the proportionate measure to manage foreseeable risk in accordance with NTSG principles. Replacement planting is proposed as follows: Two native, small-to-medium trees will be planted within the garden boundary ? Field Maple (Acer campestre) and Rowan (Sorbus aucuparia) ? each supplied in 10?12?L containers at a height of 1.5?1.75?m. Trees will be positioned to avoid conflict with buildings and the retained woodland canopy, staked and guarded, and maintained for a minimum of three years to ensure establishment.

Oxen Cove Brixham

Demolition of existing buildings, removal of public car park, construction of 2no. shellfish and fish processing buildings (Use Class B2) which include associated ancillary workspaces, public realm works, seawater inlet and outlet facilities, related infrastructure and associated works.

119 Primley Park Paignton TQ3 3JX

Variation of condition in relation to P/2021/0190 (Extension which includes raising the ridge height to provide first floor accommodation, a porch, a side extension and rear extension, along with the erection of detached domestic garage.): Condition P1 - (approved plans). Variation sought: enlargement of proposed garage and enlargement of roof cover over first floor balcony (retrospective).

Ground Floor 69 Belgrave Road Torquay TQ2 5HZ

Replacement of windows and doors changes to openings.

31 Abbey Road Torquay TQ2 5NQ

Alterations to replace roof with flat roof, general refurbishment and internal alterations. See adjoining application P/2026/0521.

31 Abbey Road Torquay TQ2 5NQ

Alterations to replace roof with flat roof, general refurbishment and internal alterations. See adjoining application P/2026/0522.

Babbacombe Cliff Beach Road Torquay TQ1 3LY

T004 Holm oak - Previous stem failure at 1m with decay established in remaining stems however appears relatively confined at present; smaller stem weighted towards low use seating area, failure of which considered for risk assessment - Reduce crown height by approx 3m to leave the tree at 15m. T006 Holm oak - Boundary tree; query re: ownership; form indicates history of crown management for clearance etc; adjacent timber framed building within dripline; 1x stem with heavy lean bias towards client property; history of development in close proximity indicates likely root damage; sub-optimal crown density for species and age; stereum species of fungus noted on 1x primary, east aspect - Reduce crown over adjacent property by 3m in lateral spread

The Meadow Sleepy Lane Paignton TQ3 1RJ

5 Day Notice G1 Group of dead cherry trees T1 Dead Requesting to feel and replant these trees under a 5 day order due to showing no signs of life this summer. Trees are at risk of damaging property and targeting residential access and property.

Land Side Of 68 West Pafford Avenue Torquay TQ2 8BY

5 Day Notice - Fell - Dead Tilia Europea

Eagle Rock Watcombe Heights Road Torquay TQ1 4SG

T1 - Sycamore: Crown lift by removing the lowest branches to give a clearance of approximately 3.5 metres above ground level pruning secondary branch growth only. These works are to clear shed roof and allow access for mower/ maintenance etc under canopy.

Graylings Bascombe Road Brixham TQ5 0JX

Tree ID: T1 - Beech (Copper Beech) as identified under the Modified Schedule of TPO 2025.005. Proposed Work: Sectional dismantle to ground level and reinstate 1x Ginkgo biloba standard at the southern end of the grounds as indicated on the attached sketch plan. Reasons for Work: Incompatible Spatial Relationship & Mutually Agreed Pruning Failure: The main stem of this 50ft tree stands within a critical 1.2 metres of the residential property, overhanging the building ridge line by 6-7 metres. In Case AT/2026/0070 (Page 2-3, Sec 8, 11), the Council's Tree Officer explicitly ruled that the pruning works required to achieve safe, long-term structural clearance from the roof would remove over 30% of the leaf-bearing volume, risk fatal 'sun scorch damage' to this thin-barked species, and invite decay. Because the physical proximity to the house is absolute, and the council formally agrees that the pruning required to clear the building is physiologically destructive to the asset, long-term retention under BS 3998 is entirely unviable. Arithmetic Defect in Standalone Amenity Scoring (True Score: 14):The TPO was confirmed subject to modifications on 12th December 2025, legally isolating the Beech tree as 'T1'. The collective evaluation score was benchmarked at the absolute minimum threshold of 15 for each property, but inflated by artificially combining data across two properties where the protected trees on each site are situated some 200 feet apart. In the confirmation report (Page 3), the council explicitly accepted the applicant's formal objection regarding local tree density and issued a 1-point reduction (-1) to the category score. Because the modified order must protect T1 on its standalone merits, its true standalone arithmetic score is 14. Torbay Council's local framework dictates a minimum score of 15 to justify a TPO. T1 falls below the threshold and its ongoing retention is procedurally unjustified. Minimal Public Landscape Contribution: Situated ......

Land Adjacent To Brixham Hospital Penn Lane Brixham

Outline planning application for the erection of a residential development comprising up to 14 apartments for social rent, with all matters reserved except for access from Penn Lane.

Earlham 41 Trumlands Road Torquay TQ1 4RN

T1 Eucalyptus - Dismantle and fell due to oversize in location, poor union and heavy limbs hanging over properties, excessive shading. Recommend replanting more manageable native species.

Summerhill Higher Lincombe Road Torquay TQ1 2EX

Demolition and replacement of extension to front to include roof conversion and installation of raised platform and replacement 1.8m fence to rear.

33A New Road Brixham TQ5 8NB

Change of use of garage to affordable residential unit. Alterations to fenestration.

3 North Hill Close Brixham TQ5 8RX

Tree Surgeon consulted: Greg Laywood, Clear View Tree and Hedge Services Ltd. Recommendation for a cyclical application to undertake cyclical crown reductions (3/5 yearly) on a Holme oak tree located within the rear garden of the property, with the height reduced to 1m below an overhead telephone cable which has been enveloped within the canopy. All as previous application ref: AT/2021/0099/TPO, approved 11th May 2021. The tree also overhangs the access road to North Fields Industrial Estate which is used by multiple companies, serviced by large lorries and delivery trucks. A reduction on the canopy width will bring the canopy within the property boundary whilst maintaining the shape and proportion of the tree. The works are required to prevent damage to the telephone cable, and to prevent damage to the tree and vehicles as the delivery vehicles access/egress the Industrial Estate . All works will be undertaken by a Tree Surgeon in conformance to BS3998 "Recommendations for Tree Work 2010".

1 Old Road Brixham TQ5 0NE

Demolition of existing porch, removal of existing chimneys, installation of velux rooflight to west elevation (front), Replace existing flat roof extension with a pitch roofed to west elevation (front), Formation of porch canopy west elevation (front), Alteration to fenestration on west and north elevations.

64 Southfield Avenue Paignton TQ3 1LQ

Changes to fenestration, demolition of existing garage, erection of a single storey extension to side and rear to include rooflights and canopy over, formation of a patio area and construction of raised decking with canopy at rear.

Claddon Lane Great Hill Torquay TQ2 8QE

Installation of a 10kVA generator on concrete base, with power duct. Wide cable trunking to be installed on concrete base. AMF panel to be installed on new pole. Vertiv PSU cabinet to be retained. Roxtec gland to be installed. Concrete collar to be installed.

Brantwood Rowdens Road Torquay TQ2 5AZ

All trees 1-6 to be removed completely, most are not identifiable as they are completely dead. All trees below an approximate height of twelve meters, and we wish to remove them as they are dead. We also want to remove the dead foliage on the slope to the side of the property, and cut back growth to a manageable condition for future maintenance. I have not been able to find specific tree preservation numbers for the trees 1-6 but I understand we are located in a conservation area and have therefor submitted this application.

Alta Vista Higher Warberry Road Torquay TQ1 1SD

Recent emergency approved felling of two older Lime trees in next door neighbour's garden precipitated a check on our own Lime Tree sic. Precautionary Work is requested on Trunk 2 of a large mature Lime Tree in south part of our property. Sketch Plan Lime Tree position refers . The Lime tree has 4 Trunks from ground level - numbering from left to right in provided Photo Lime Tree 1 of 4 Trunk 2. Photo Lime Tree 2 of 4 shows vis discoloration separation of Trunk 2 from Trunk 3. Separation >=12cm August 2026. No previous measurement. Photo Lime Tree 3 of 4 shows southern inclination of Trunk 2 and extended southern branch growth giving increasing weight leverage/imbalance. Photo Lime Tree 4 of 4 shows extent of recent years Beefsteak fungus at base of Trunk 2 - width c 25cms August 2026. Condition of Lime Tree discussed on site with Jamie, Trees in Need who has managed bi-annually maintenance on our trees for c 20 years. Fungal infection currently appears to be on Trunk 2 base but Trunk 2 is closely twinned with Trunk 3 at this level. Trunk 3 is however largely vertical and foliage more balanced and therefore less at longer term risk. So Imminent/emergency danger of Trunk 2 failure not likely but following precautionary action suggested Requested permission for following Action for Trunk 2. Remove all top growth c 6/7 meter level as show in Photo Lime Tree 3 where extended South lateral growth is prominent to provide a largely vertical Trunk with reduced weight /leverage . Continue to monitor Trunk 2 & 3 separation and Fungal growth.

Brixham Fish Quay The Quay Brixham TQ5 8AW

Request for Environmental Impact Assessment Screening Opinion on extension on existing fish quay. THE TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING (ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT) REGULATIONS 2017 DO NOT MAKE PROVISION FOR PUBLIC COMMENTS TO BE TAKEN INTO ACCOUNT WHEN DETERMINING REQUESTS FOR SCREENING/SCOPING OPINIONS.

Street Record North Hill Close Brixham

Ash T1 stands within the communal frontage of North Hill Close, near residential buildings, parking bays, and pedestrian access routes. The tree?s position creates a high-value target zone where any structural failure would directly affect dwellings and regularly used areas. Under NTSG principles, this level of occupancy significantly increases the consequence of failure. Fraxinus excelsior is now widely affected by Hymenoscyphus fraxineus across Torbay and the wider region. T1 shows declining vitality and structural deterioration consistent with early?mid stage pathogen impact, including progressive crown dieback, sparse foliage, deadwood throughout the crown, brittle branch behaviour, and reduced adaptive growth. These signs are consistent with early?mid stage Ash Dieback. These defects reduce structural reliability and increase the likelihood of partial or whole-tree failure. Given the tree?s location, foreseeable risk, and species-specific decline trajectory, pruning would not provide meaningful long-term mitigation. Removal is the only proportionate intervention. A suitable replacement (e.g., Sorbus aria or Carpinus betulus) can be planted within the frontage to maintain canopy continuity.

123 Marldon Road Paignton TQ3 3NN

Demolition of existing rear extension, Formation of ground and first-floor extensions to rear (W), Changes to fenestration and Enlargement to existing raised rear terrace.

Living Coasts Beacon Quay Torquay TQ1 2BG

Change of use of ground and first floors from marine aviary / zoo (Sui Generis use) to Use Class E (g)(ii) for research and development including offices (retrospective).

Harbour View St Agnes Lane Torquay TQ2 6QD

Tree work specification in relation the trees at Harbour View TPO: 1974.004 T001: (Copper Beech) Reduce lateral tertiary limbs by approximately 1.5m to create 2m clearance from buildings. Crown lift to 5m from existing ground level to comply with highway regulations Remove major deadwood from canopy 100mm diameter maximum cuts. Pruning will not affect the existing architecture of the crown. All work to comply withBS3998 T002: (Beech) Reduce southern lateral tertiary limbs by approximately 1.5m to create 2m clearance from buildings. Crown lift to 4m from existing ground level Remove major deadwood from canopy 100mm diameter maximum cuts. Pruning will not affect the existing architecture of the crown. All work to comply with BS3998 G001: Selective reductions of yew trees in group by approximately 2-3m to reduce sail effect of trees in the loose rock bank (finished height between 7-6m tall for the group) Fell small self-seeded Bay in G001 to allow remaining stock to reach better potential All work to comply with BS3998 (Reduce the height and spread of trees in the group and remove the bay tree) G002: Selective reductions of yew trees in group by approximately 2-3m to reduce sail effect of trees in the loose rock bank (finished height between 7-6m tall for the group) Crown lift Roadside to 5m at create clearance from highway infrastructure (Light) All work to comply with BS3998 (Reduce the height and spread of trees in the group and remove selected branches over roadside to maintain highway clearance)

Maycliffe Hotel St Lukes Road North Torquay TQ2 5PD

Establishment of use of property as hotel.

Bay Advocates Torbay Business Centre Lymington Road Torquay TQ1 4BD

Installation of 2 no. Air Source Heat Pumps and associated works.

Apartment B1 Masts Warren Road Torquay TQ2 5SW

Addition of heat pump unit to retaining wall adjacent to flat unit. [Address amended 24/8/2026].

36 Dunstone Park Road Paignton TQ3 3NG

Certificate of Lawfulness for Proposed Use: Alterations to roof and loft to form habitable rooms with dormer extension.