Arthington Torquay Devon TQ1 4HH

1. 9 Feb 2012

   Received by Torbay

2. 27 Mar 2012

   Decision issued: Refusal

3. 2 Sep 2026

   Added to PlanIndex

Torbay refused this application for the reasons on the decision notice; only the applicant can appeal, and refused schemes often return in revised form. More in our guide to what happens after a planning decision.

Applications for works to trees cover protected trees: consent under a tree preservation order, or six weeks notice for trees in a conservation area. More in our guide to planning application types.

• 46 Barton Road Torquay Devon TQ1 4DP

  P/2010/1243 Submitted 4 Nov 2010 50 yards away

  Non material amendment - parking arrangements to application P/2009/1170/PA

  Granted Amendments 6 docs

• Edale St Vincents Road Torquay TQ1 4EH

  AT/2019/0284 Submitted 23 Oct 2019 50 yards away

  T1 - Maple - Re-Pollard to previous points - Lapsed pollard T2 - Cotonisata - Reduce to approx. 3m in height, and side prune for 1.5m T3 - Cherry - Thin trees crown by approximately 10% of the leafbearing twig structure to tidy and manage the trees visual amenity and alleviate indirect light and shade issues into the garden area directly beneath the tree. All thinning works will be undertaken as per BS3998: current edition. Works to be undertaken as part of a maintenance program to maintain the trees within the property grounds.

  Granted Trees 6 docs

• 6 Oaklawn Terrace St Vincents Road Torquay TQ1 4EL

  P/2026/0092 Submitted 17 Feb 2026 100 yards away

  88% historically approved · decision due ~16 Jun

  Retrospective application for construction of decking to rear of property.

  Awaiting decision Householder
  Domestic

• 17 Parkhurst Road Torquay TQ1 4EW

  AT/2021/0147 Submitted 20 Apr 2021 100 yards away

  Conifers on border (T1) of 17 and 19 Parkhurst Road; fell due to blocking light, roots spreading towards house, blowing towards house in winds and rotting at the base. Replant with more appropriate trees, to be advised by arborist or planning. The trees at the rear of the garden (leylandii T2) would be reduced to about 23/24 feet high. The tree (conifer T3) will be about 35 feet high. Leylandii (T2J on land at bottom of 17 Parkhurst Road. Top due to excessive height and shading. Remove 6ft and tidy broken branches. Conifer (T3) reshape and top.

  Granted Trees 14 docs

• Treetops Valley View Close Torquay TQ1 4DY

  AT/2021/0152 Submitted 23 Apr 2021 100 yards away

  T1 / T2 / T3 - To Crown Lift 3 Sycamores to acheive a height of 6 meters above ground level - At present they are between 3-4 meters from ground level causing shading to a small garden. The Branches are lower primary also higher secondary maximum pruning cut 40cm diameter.

  Granted Trees 4 docs

• Mount Stuart Hospital St Vincents Road Torquay TQ1 4UP

  P/2024/0792 Submitted 14 Nov 2024 100 yards away

  Installation of replacement roof air handling units and heat pumps.

  Granted Full applications Roofing

• AT/2026/0184 Granted

  18A Mead Road Torquay TQ2 6TF

  Crown lift secondary branch growth only up to approximately 4.5m from ground level to achieve the required vertical clearance above the driveway and neighbours. Crown thin overall leaf bearing twig structure by 10 percent. This will also help with canopy crowding and avoid other trees rubbing against each other. Remove all major dead wood from crown All trees are Fagus Sylvatica (Mature Beech) This work has been previously accepted in 2023, application submitted by Devon Tree Services and works were completed by them as well.

  Received 22 Jul, published by the council 12 Aug 2026 Trees
• AT/2026/0270 Awaiting decision

  Flat 1 Greenwood Torwood Gardens Road Torquay TQ1 1EQ

  T1 Mimosa Proposed works: Fell Mature Mimosa situated within a confined residential garden in a Conservation Area, immediately adjacent to a masonry boundary wall and nearby buildings. The presence of Ganoderma fruiting bodies at the base of the tree indicates a potential wood-decay infection. The tree also exhibits an irregular crown with apparent dieback and is growing within a severely restricted environment. Its proximity to residential property, garden areas and the public highway increases the potential consequences of structural failure. Felling is proposed on the grounds of suspected basal decay, apparent crown deterioration and the tree's restricted location.

  Received 25 Sep, published by the council 2 Oct 2026 Trees
• AT/2026/0271 Awaiting decision

  8 Cecil Avenue Paignton TQ3 1LW

  T1 - Holm Oak Recommended works: Establish a pollard framework by removing the three substantial lateral branches at the positions indicated by the red markings in Photograph 3. The proposed works are intended to reduce the extensive lateral crown and associated mechanical loading from the tree's pronounced lean, while retaining the tree. Cyclical management: Following establishment, implement a seven-year cyclical pollarding regime to manage regrowth, control crown size, and limit excessive loading on the retained framework. Inspect the developing pollard heads periodically, particularly during the initial establishment period, to assess shoot attachment, structural condition and physiological response. All works should be undertaken in accordance with BS 3998:2010, subject to confirmation that the proposed cutting positions and degree of crown removal are appropriate following an on-site assessment. The seven-year interval is the proposed management objective and should be reviewed based on the tree's regrowth and structural condition.

  Received 25 Sep, published by the council 2 Oct 2026 Trees
• AT/2026/0269 Awaiting decision

  8 Ben Venue Close Torquay TQ1 1RX

  T1 - Western Red Cedar Proposed works: Fell Reason for works T1 is an established Western red cedar growing in exceptionally close proximity to an existing stone boundary wall. Photographic evidence indicates that the lower stem is in direct contact with the masonry, creating a physical conflict between the tree and the structure. Continued radial growth of the stem could exert further pressure on the wall, resulting in progressive displacement and deterioration of the masonry. The close relationship between the stem and the wall also restricts access for inspection, maintenance and necessary repairs. The tree's position presents a long-term management conflict. Crown reduction would not resolve the fundamental issue at the base of the tree, as it would not prevent continued radial stem growth. Felling is recommended as a permanent way to resolve the physical conflict between the tree and the boundary wall, prevent further interference from stem growth, and facilitate any necessary structural repairs. This recommendation is based primarily on the tree's unsuitable position relative to the existing structure and the limited practical options for a sustainable long-term solution. Based on its apparent size and maturity, it is possible that the tree was planted after the original Tree Preservation Order (TPO) was established.

  Received 25 Sep, published by the council 2 Oct 2026 Trees
• AT/2026/0204 Granted

  Flat 1 Vernon Court Warren Road Torquay TQ2 5TR

  Holm Oak 12m Tall 50cm diameter (Already have approved plan for other three trees on site, scope to mirror that) Crown mai fence works requested to cut back to previous pruning points, not as far as original pollard but to the secondary pollard points, this has been noted on tree inspectors recent visit looking at other trees on site. This tree was not included in the original request due to a miscommunication between owner and agent. Plan to reduce radial spread down from 9m to 7m roughly removing 1.5-2m of regrowth.

  Received 3 Aug, published by the council 12 Aug 2026 Trees