333 Babbacombe Road Torquay TQ1 3TB

1. 20 Nov 2019

   Received by Torbay

2. 22 Nov 2019

   Validated

   Checked as complete and ready for consideration.

3. 22 Nov 2019

   Decision issued: Works exempt

4. 23 Aug 2026

   Added to PlanIndex

The council has decided this application; the published outcome sits in the record above and the decision notice on the council portal carries the detail, including any conditions.

If permission was granted, work must normally begin within three years of the decision. If it was refused, the applicant can appeal within the statutory time limit or submit a revised scheme.

Tree applications cover work to protected trees: those under a tree preservation order need consent for pruning or felling, and trees in a conservation area need six weeks written notice before work starts. The council assesses the amenity value of the tree and can refuse consent, approve it with conditions, or in conservation areas make a preservation order in response.

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• 329 Babbacombe Road Torquay TQ1 3TB

  AT/2021/0263 Submitted 28 Jul 2021 44m away

  Dawn Cyprus- Felling due to danger to houses, road and parking area. The tree is dead and moving in the wind,

  Decided Trees 8 docs

• 339 Babbacombe Road Torquay TQ1 3TB

  AT/2026/0042 Submitted 30 Jan 2026 49m away

  T1 & T2 - Ash: Fell to near ground level. The trees are showing symptoms consistent with Ash Dieback, including reduced leaf coverage during the summer months and the presence of deadwood within the crown. The condition is expected to progressively decline as a result of the disease, with recovery considered unlikely. T3 - Mimosa: Fell to near ground level. The tree is exhibiting heavy dieback throughout the crown and poor leaf coverage, indicating significant decline and limited potential for recovery. It is proposed that the removals be mitigated by replacement planting with appropriate tree species, either on site or within the immediate vicinity, to maintain long-term tree cover and visual amenity. Details of species, size, and planting location can be agreed with the Local Planning Authority. Note: T1 and T2 is under shared ownership of the applicant and their neighbours, Georgian Court, and located on the Georgian Court side of the boundary. T3 is located in the garden of 339 Babbacombe Road.

  Refused Trees

• Georgian Court Babbacombe Road Torquay TQ1 3TF

  AT/2026/0059 Submitted 18 Feb 2026 81m away

  T1 - Ash: Pollard at approximately 5m above ground level. Reason for works: The tree is showing symptoms consistent with Ash Dieback. The condition is expected to progressively decline as a result of the disease, with recovery considered unlikely. Suggested pollard at approx. 5m with a 5-year re-pollarding management cycle.

  Refused Trees

• - Anstey's Cove Road Torquay TQ1 3TE

  AT/2024/0247 Submitted 19 Sep 2024 109m away

  Anstey's Cove Road; x1 Mature Holm Oak (leaning heavily over the road) - reduce the Holm Oak Tree, adhering to the 30% maximum reduction (as recommended within the officer report AT/2024/0200) of the leaf bearing canopy. Canopy Reduction Specification for the Holm Oak on Anstey's Cove Road; Current Canopy Extents (taken from centre of canopy) - North: 7 metres - East: 6 metres - South: 3 metres - West: 5 metres - Canopy height: 11 metres - Tree height: 16 metres Current Canopy Area- leaf bearing - Estimated Canopy Area: 86.39 m2 Adjusted Canopy Area (Considering 20% Gaps) - Adjusted Canopy Area: 69.12 m2 Target Canopy Area (30% Reduction) - Target Area: 48.38 m2 New Radial Spreads After Reduction - North: 5.0 metres (rounded up or back marginally) - South: 3.0 metres (not being pruned) - East: 5.0 metres (rounded up or back marginally) - West: 4.0 metres (rounded up or back marginally) Height Reduction - Original Canopy Height: 11 metres - Height Reduction: 1.8 metres - New Canopy Height: 9.2 metres (11m - 1.8m) - New Total Tree Height: 14.2 metres (16m - 1.8m) This specification achieves an overall 30% reduction in size, including both canopy spread and height, and accounts for the 20% canopy gaps. This balanced reduction will look to maintain the tree natural shape and a good network of sub lateral, foliage bearing material. No branches larger than 65mm in diameter shall be removed. All work shall be carried out in accordance with BS 3998:2010 Tree Work - Recommendations. All cuts shall be made to a suitable growth point or secondary branch that is at least one-third the diameter of the parent branch to promote healthy regrowth and maintain the natural shape of the tree. Justification: The Holm Oak is a group of trees, with one tree (tree 1) growing on the North eastern side and two further trees to the South. Tree 1, growing on the North eastern side (the focus of this application) leans over the highway Anstey's Cove Road and into the new development site; ...

  Granted Trees 3 docs

• 23 Lydwell Road Torquay TQ1 1SN

  P/2025/0650 Submitted 10 Oct 2025 149m away

  Demolition of raised timber deck and construction of single-storey extension to rear with roof terrace over. Construction of external swimming pool and associated landscaping works.

  Granted Householder Extension Demolition
  Small domestic

• 23 Lydwell Road Torquay TQ1 1SN

  P/2021/0667 Submitted 1 Jun 2021 151m away

  Formation of dormerr with balcony and raised deck on rear( North East ) elevation Single storey side extension.

  Granted Householder Extension 18 docs
  Small domestic

• AT/2026/0171 Granted

  2 High Grove Sunbury Hill Torquay TQ1 3ED

  Trim branch's back slightly from touching our property and roof space to stop damage and further accidents from happening. Silver Birch Tree Pruning Reduce the branches that are hanging over the roof and gutter. Cut back to appropriate growth points. Tree will be climbed and rigged down. By cutting away from gutters and roof - it should reduce future damage to the property. All work to be carried out by qualified and insured arborists. All waste to be removed responsibly and under license.

  8 Jul 2026 Trees
• AT/2026/0216 Granted

  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.

  13 Aug 2026 Trees
• AT/2026/0233 Awaiting decision

  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.

  28 Aug 2026 Trees
• AT/2026/0234 Awaiting decision

  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.

  28 Aug 2026 Trees
• AT/2026/0166 Granted

  3 Roundham Road Paignton Torbay TQ4 6EZ

  Oak T 1 - Reduce lateral crown spread over the roof by up to 1. 1.5m, targeting only branches encroaching towards the property. Works to follow BS 3998: 2010 principles: retain natural form, prune back to suitable secondary growth, avoid creating large wounds, and maintain a balanced crown shape. The crown is in direct contact with the roofline, causing abrasion, debris accumulation, and increased maintenance needs. A modest reduction restores safe clearance while retaining the tree's amenity value. Oak T 2 and T 3 - Pollard the tree at an appropriate height to manage structural decline associated with Ganoderma. Retain a stable framework of sound scaffold branches; cuts to be made at suitable points to allow future cyclical management. All works to follow BS 3998: 2010 and be proportionate to the tree's condition and location. The tree shows signs consistent with Ganoderma decay, reducing structural reliability. Pollarding is a recognised BS 3998 management option for declining trees where retention is desirable but full crown load is no longer appropriate. This approach prolongs safe retention, reduces risk, and avoids premature removal. Cedar T 4 - Remove deadwood =40mm diameter and any unstable smaller deadwood throughout the crown. Deadwood is present in the crown, posing a risk to the garden and adjacent access areas. Beech G 1 - Lift branches over the road to a minimum height of 5.2m (standard UK highway clearance for vehicle routes). Lift branches over the pavement to a minimum height of 2.1m (standard pedestrian clearance). Where applicable, lift branches over cycleways to 2.5?m. Remove or shorten only those branches that obstruct safe passage or visibility, in accordance with Highways Act 1980 s 154. Pruning to follow BS 3998: 2010 prune to suitable secondary growth points, avoid excessive thinning, and retain group structure. The Beech group is producing low lateral growth that obstructs the public highway, affecting safe pedestrian and vehicle move

  30 Jun 2026 Trees