61 Heritage Way Brixham TQ5 9FN

1. 29 Oct 2019

   Received by Torbay

2. 20 Feb 2020

   Validated

   Checked as complete and ready for consideration.

3. 2 Sep 2026

   Added to PlanIndex

4. Decision

   Awaiting decision

   Decision expected by 16 April 2020, 8 weeks from validation under the statutory target for most applications. Extensions of time are common and are agreed case by case.

   Torbay took a median of 61 days over the applications it decided in the last year.

This application is with Torbay for determination, against a statutory target of eight weeks. Over the last year Torbay decided tree works applications in a median of 53 days. More in our guide to how long planning decisions take.

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.

• 35 Heritage Way Brixham Torbay TQ5 9FN

  AT/2023/0060 Submitted 28 Feb 2023 150 yards away

  T1 RE COPPICE SYCMORE TREE- THE TREE HAS PREVIOUSLY BEEN COPPICED AND SHOULD NOT OF GROWN BACK TO THE EXSTENT IT HAS. G2 CROWN REDUCE 2X SYCAMORE TREES BY 1.5M AND CROWN LIFT BY 5M

  Refused Trees 7 docs

• Football Ground Haycock Lane Brixham TQ5 9UE

  P/2025/0779 Submitted 4 Dec 2025 200 yards away

  Formation of a single storey flat roof extension to northwest elevation of the existing sports pavilion to provide changing rooms & toilet facilities and formation of canopy to the south of the existing football field.

  Granted Full applications Extension
  Small domestic

• Former Wall Park Holiday Centre Wall Park Road Brixham TQ5 9UG

  P/2021/0251 Submitted 16 Feb 2021 250 yards away

  Non Material Amendment relating to application P/2018/0340. Amendment sought: Change to materials on external walls and roof.

  Refused Amendments 6 docs

• 14 Heritage Way Brixham TQ5 9FN

  P/2021/0930 Submitted 12 Aug 2021 250 yards away

  Certificate of Lawfulness for proposed loft conversion with flat roof dormer to North West elevation.

  Refused Lawful development Loft or dormer 9 docs

• 7 Heritage Way Brixham Torbay TQ5 9FN

  AT/2026/0014 Submitted 12 Jan 2026 300 yards away

  The proposed cyclical reduction of the sycamore back to previous pruning points, approximately 1.5m. Plan is to maintain the health, structure, and long term vitality of the tree. The tree was previously reduced about five years ago, and cyclical reductions help manage its size, shape, and structural integrity.

  Granted Trees

• Landscove Holiday Village Gillard Road Brixham TQ5 9EP

  P/2024/0720 Submitted 16 Oct 2024 300 yards away

  79% historically approved · decision due ~24 Dec

  Partial demolition of the existing facility building & removal of the external swimming pool. Single storey extension to form new swimming pool, gym and plant room. Alteration of roofline from hip to gable, a new raised terrace, new openings on the south elevation a new maintenance building and altered electrical building. 5 new car parking spaces. 12 cycle parking spaces.

  Awaiting decision Full applications Extension Loft or dormer +1
  Small domestic

• 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