Treetops Valley View Close Torquay TQ1 4DY

1. 23 Apr 2021

   Received by Torbay

2. 30 Apr 2021

   Validated

   Checked as complete and ready for consideration.

3. 21 Jun 2021

   Decision issued: Approval

4. 2 Sep 2026

   Added to PlanIndex

Torbay granted permission on 21 June 2021, 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.

• Torre C Of E Academy Barton Road Torquay TQ1 4DN

  AT/2026/0183 Submitted 21 Jul 2026 100 yards away

  We are planning to conduct emergancy tree work on a dead tree at Torre Church of England Academy, Barton Road, Torquay, TQ1 4DN

  Granted Trees

• Torre C Of E Academy Barton Road Torquay TQ1 4DN

  AT/2026/0074 Submitted 5 Mar 2026 100 yards away

  T1354 - Dead Wyche elm - section fell to ground level. T1355 - Field maples - reduce tree to allow 1.5 m high pollard. Vitality poor - tree historic coppice and of unusual form. Multi stemmed and historically had significant works leading to significant wounding. The tree has deadwood throughout the canopy and the majority of primary stems has wounding and significant decay present. T1356 - Field maple - Crown reduce the tree by 1.5 m in height and crown spread. - Vitality fair - Bark included junction at 1 metre above ground level - large amounts of reactive tissue mildly mitigate likelihood of failure. The tree is 9m tall and a crown spread of 7 metres, after the reduction the tree will have a height of approx 7.5 tall and a crown spread of 5.5. metres. G2 - Mixed species (Tulip trees & Black hybrid poplars) - Reduce canopy back by 2m growing over the car park - Vitality fair - trees have deadwood throughout canopy over target areas Branches are elongated which is typical of species. The trees are currently 20 metres tall and a crown spread of 9m. After the pruning the crown spread will be approx 7m. T5099 - Dead Rowan - straight fell from ground level.

  Granted Trees

• Torre C Of E Academy Barton Road Torquay TQ1 4DN

  AT/2024/0269 Submitted 4 Oct 2024 100 yards away

  T1 Blue - x1 Mature Holm Oak - Crown lift secondary & sub lateral branch growth only, to provide a clearance of approximately x5.0 metres between ground level and foliage tips, to achieve the desired vertical clearance above the boundary fence & adjacent garden area. Remaining pruning cuts shall not exceed 40 mm in diameter. Remove all cut material from site & return to a Devon Tree Services depot for recycling, leaving the area safe, clean & tidy. G1- Holm Oak, Laurel, Ivy- Rear Garden Areas of 5, Valley View Close - Laurel, Holm Oak & Ivy Growth - Cut back all overhanging branch growth hard to the boundary line. The trees all overhang heavily into the adjacent garden areas of 5, 7 & 9 Valley View Close. The proposed works are to reduce excessive shading into all properties & garden areas. The younger smaller holm oak stems are touching & damaging the boundary fence, removal is to stop further damage occurring. The proposed works will not impact on the overall amenity value of the area.

  Granted Trees
  Small domestic

• Arthington Torquay Devon TQ1 4HH

  AT/2012/0035 Submitted 9 Feb 2012 100 yards away

  G1 - 2 Beech Trees - Reduce in height by 30% of the crown, shorten lateral branches by up to 6 feet to reshape. Cuts on lateral branches up to 4 inches.

  Refused Trees 4 docs

• 46 Barton Road Torquay Devon TQ1 4DP

  P/2010/1243 Submitted 4 Nov 2010 150 yards away

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

  Granted Amendments 6 docs

• 17 Parkhurst Road Torquay TQ1 4EW

  AT/2021/0147 Submitted 20 Apr 2021 150 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

• 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