Meadville Meadfoot Sea Road Torquay TQ1 2LQ

1. 26 Jul 2021

   Received by Torbay

2. 19 Aug 2021

   Validated

   Checked as complete and ready for consideration.

3. 19 Aug 2021

   Decision issued: Works exempt

4. 16 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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• Singleton Gardens Meadfoot Sea Road Torquay TQ1 2LQ

  P/2025/0612 Submitted 30 Sep 2025 36m away

  Construction of 7 residential apartments, plus landscaping, parking, access and associated works. (Revised site location plan and application form received)

  Granted Full applications New dwelling

• Singleton Gardens Meadfoot Sea Road Torquay TQ1 2LQ

  AT/2024/0216 Submitted 14 Aug 2024 42m away

  T1 Damaged Mimosa through high winds to be removed T5 Apple Tree which is dying to be cut down T6 Apple Tree which is dead to be cut down Shrubs to be removed next to T10 location.

  Granted Trees 8 docs

• Osborne House Meadfoot Sea Road Torquay TQ1 2LQ

  P/2024/0522 Submitted 5 Aug 2024 88m away

  Replacement of existing window with double doors to garden.

  Granted Householder Windows or glazing 12 docs
  Domestic

• Meadfoot Lodge Meadfoot Sea Road Torquay TQ1 2LG

  AT/2026/0154 Submitted 15 Jun 2026 90m away

  TPO Application Summary Meadfoot Lodge, Meadfoot Sea Road, Torquay Proposed Tree Works Summary This application seeks consent to undertake essential arboricultural works identified during a Quantified Tree Risk Assessment undertaken at Meadfoot Lodge, Meadfoot Sea Road, Torquay. The proposed works are necessary to mitigate foreseeable risks arising from structural defects, decay and branch failure potential whilst retaining the long-term amenity value of the trees wherever practicable. T001 Holm Oak (Quercus ilex) Current crown radius: 14m (approximate crown spread 28m). The tree exhibits Ganoderma-associated basal dysfunction and extended lateral growth. It is proposed to reduce the extended lateral limbs by approximately 2-3m, resulting in a post-pruning crown radius of approximately 11-12m (crown spread 22-24m), together with the removal of deadwood. These works will reduce end-weight loading and improve structural stability whilst retaining the tree's significant landscape contribution. T002 - Monterey Cypress (Cupressus macrocarpa Current crown radius: 8m (approximate crown spread 16m). The tree contains a structurally weak co-dominant stem with included bark overhanging the adjacent highway. Consent is sought to remove the defective stem only. The retained stem will continue to provide screening and amenity value, with the overall crown spread reduced proportionately following removal of the defective leader. T003 - Please accept this as the revised specification: Selectively reduce the crown by 1-2 metres to leave a radial spread of approximately 8 metres, pruning to suitable growth points to retain a natural, balanced and symmetrical crown while maintaining the tree's natural character. T004 - The tree survey identifies an included union within the main stem of the tree. This is the defect referred to in the survey, and the recommended works relate to managing the associated risk.

  Refused Trees

• Singleton Manor Singleton Higher Woodfield Road Torquay TQ1 2LE

  AT/2024/0231 Submitted 30 Aug 2024 107m away

  G11 (nearest to T10) - Monterey Pine overhanging land by 6mtrs at Singleton Gardens which is next door to Singleton Manor. Its the Lowest hanging branch which needs trimming. Branch is approx. 15ft high from floor level. Branches above this have been trimmed as well as the branches below approx. 5/6 branches. See photos. Branch is approx. 3mtrs from tree trunk to wall at Singleton Gardens and overhanging by approx. 6mtrs into Singleton Gardens.

  Granted Trees 7 docs

• Little Theatre St Marks Road Torquay TQ1 2EL

  AT/2021/0153 Submitted 23 Apr 2021 134m away

  T1 - To Crown Lift a row of mixed species trees to the highway specifation (5.2m). The Branches are secondary the maximum branch size to be removed is 20cm diameter. This will achieve the highway specification.

  Granted Trees 4 docs

• 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