Regents Court Keysfield Road Paignton TQ4 6JP

1. 21 Nov 2019

   Received by Torbay

2. 29 Nov 2019

   Validated

   Checked as complete and ready for consideration.

3. 29 Nov 2019

   Decision issued: Works exempt

4. 23 Aug 2026

   Added to PlanIndex

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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.

• Crest View 7 Belle Vue Road Paignton TQ4 6ET

  AT/2024/0207 Submitted 2 Aug 2024 50 yards away

  T1- Sycamore tree at front- Localise pruning of lateral growth over outbuildings by approx 1.5m, to a reasonable growth point. Remove deadwood - greater than 25 mm. As recommended in tree survey T2- False acacia - Localise pruning of lateral growth extending into neighbouring property and fence, reduce back to previous pruning points. Remove deadwood - greater than 25 mm as per tree survey. Also requesting consent for a three - five year cyclical consent for repeat pruning over the boundary.

  Granted Trees 16 docs
  Small domestic

• 2A Keysfield Road Paignton TQ4 6EP

  AT/2026/0133 Submitted 18 May 2026 50 yards away

  The tree is situated in our front garden on the border with the house next door. The crown overhanging next door has been cut back to approximately four to five feet. The crown on our side of the garden has not been pruned (by the previous owners of our property); and as such is now twelve to fifteen wide. Our main area of concern is the fact that the branches are beginning to grow through the telephone wires that serve the house next door, and will begin to cause damage in the near future. If this work is done the tree will also begin to look more symmetrical and in fitting with the area.

  Granted Trees

• 3 Keysfield Road Paignton TQ4 6EP

  P/2025/0688 Submitted 29 Oct 2025 50 yards away

  Major Reserved Matters relating to P/2024/0831 (Variation of condition to P/2021/0808 (Demolition of existing building and formation of 14 apartments (Outline). Vary Condition P1 (Plans). Variation sought: Minor layout changes across all floors and minor elevation changes, changes to size and arrangement of 3rd Floor (penthouse). Matters relating to: 01 (i) landscaping, 02 enhance biodiversity measures.

  Granted Reserved matters New dwelling Demolition
  Major scheme

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

  AT/2026/0228 Submitted 20 Aug 2026 100 yards away

  80% historically approved · decision due ~9 Nov

  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.

  Awaiting decision Trees

• Highbarn 5 Keysfield Road Paignton TQ4 6EP

  P/2009/0831 Submitted 11 Aug 2009 100 yards away

  First Floor Extension And Replacement Porch

  Granted Householder Extension 11 docs
  Small domestic

• Annandale 12 Belle Vue Road Paignton TQ4 6ER

  P/2022/1142 Submitted 13 Oct 2022 100 yards away

  Erection of 2 semi-detached dwellings with parking (revised application to previously approved P/2013/1362).

  Granted Full applications 12 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