Ellesmere Lower Warberry Road Torquay TQ1 1TR

1. 17 Oct 2019

   Received by Torbay

2. 22 Oct 2019

   Validated

   Checked as complete and ready for consideration.

3. 13 Dec 2019

   Decision issued: Approval

4. 23 Aug 2026

   Added to PlanIndex

Torbay granted permission on 13 December 2019, subject to any conditions on the decision notice. Work must normally begin within three years or the permission lapses. 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.

• Land Adjacent To 1 Bingfield Close Torquay TQ1 1QU

  P/2025/0695 Submitted 27 Oct 2025 50 yards away

  Installation of equipment cabinets.

  Decided Telecoms

• Office Address Ellesmere Lower Warberry Road Torquay TQ1 1TR

  AT/2026/0137 Submitted 21 May 2026 50 yards away

  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

  Refused Trees

• Garden House Lower Warberry Road Torquay TQ1 1QT

  P/2026/0006 Submitted 6 Jan 2026 50 yards away

  Creation of two balconies to rear on first and ground floor to include terrace with glass balustrades.

  Granted Householder
  Domestic

• Tecton Lower Warberry Road Torquay TQ1 1QT

  AT/2021/0225 Submitted 1 Jul 2021 100 yards away

  Oak (T1) - 1.5 metres reduction within the lower and mid crown on the eastern aspect of the tree and crown lift by removing the lowest order branches on the east Ellesmere side only. Cyclical management. Oak (T2) - 1.5 metres reduction within the lower and mid crown on the eastern aspect of the tree and 3 metres reduction on the lowest order branch to remove weight from lever arm. Cyclical management. Oak (T3) - 1.5 metres reduction within the lower and mid crown on the eastern aspect of the tree.

  Granted Trees 5 docs

• Cary Court Hotel Hunsdon Road Torquay TQ1 1QB

  AT/2022/0331 Submitted 7 Dec 2022 100 yards away

  T354 Holm Oak - Pollard immediately above previous pollard heads at 8m. Reduce lateral crown by 1m all sides. (Leaving a tree 8m tall and 6m crown spread) T355 Holm Oak - Reduce height of tree by 4m. Reduce lateral crown on all sides by 1m. (Leaving a tree 10m tall and 6m crown spread) T356 Holm Oak - Reduce height of tree by 4m. Reduce lateral crown on all sides by 1m. (Leaving a tree 8m tall and 7m crown spread) T3 Palm - remove for management reasons (see photo).

  Refused Trees 4 docs

• Sorrento Middle Warberry Road Torquay TQ1 1SH

  AT/2023/0025 Submitted 2 Feb 2023 100 yards away

  T1 Pine - fell.

  Granted Trees 5 docs

• 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