Tamarisk 2 Stoneleigh Drive Torquay Torbay TQ2 6TR

1. 6 Feb 2023

   Received by Torbay

2. 15 Feb 2023

   Validated

   Checked as complete and ready for consideration.

3. 24 Mar 2023

   Decision issued: Tree - Conservation area no objections

4. 1 Aug 2026

   Added to PlanIndex

Torbay granted permission on 24 March 2023, 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.

• 47 Broadley Drive Torquay TQ2 6UE

  AT/2023/0011 Submitted 17 Jan 2023 100 yards away

  1 OAK TREE (TPO) 1 SYCAMORE TREE (TPO) 3 SYCAMORE TREES CUT OFF OVERHANGING BRANCHES INTO 47 BROADLEY DRIVE GARDEN

  Refused Trees 6 docs

• 23 Stoneleigh Drive Torquay TQ2 6TR

  AT/2021/0351 Submitted 24 Sep 2021 150 yards away

  80% historically approved · decision due ~24 Nov

  We have been advised to notify you of our intention to reduce the height and width of 1 x Chestnut tree within the Conservation area owned and managed by Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust as per a map I wish to send you. The advice received is to not remove more than one quarter of the trees canopy so that it has enough energy to survive which would suit our needs. The tree currently stands approximately 60 feet tall and would benefit from this reduction. The tree is abutted by Ash trees which I believe may be removed or reduced in the near future. Teign Trees would be commissioned to complete the works and I have contacted Chris Lingard, Countryside Manager, at Torbay Coast & Countryside who has said we would have his permission upon approval of this application to yourselves. He has advised that the Tree is not under a TPO. Teign Trees are a qualified, trained, competent and appropriately Insured Arborist who we have consulted on other recent works and whom we trust.

  Awaiting decision Trees 3 docs

• 19 Stoneleigh Drive Torquay TQ2 6TR

  AT/2026/0109 Submitted 16 Apr 2026 150 yards away

  T1 - Oak: Fell to near ground level. Reasoning: The oak has previously been heavily topped, resulting in a reduced canopy consisting of mainly epicormic growth. The tree is in decline, with an estimated 30?40% of live cambium remaining. The main stem shows signs of significant decay, which compromises its structural integrity. Due to the combination of stem decay and weak regrowth, there is an increased risk of failure. Further reduction is not considered appropriate, as it would not address the existing structural issues and would likely lead to further decline.

  Granted Trees

• 19 Lady Park Road Torquay TQ2 6UA

  P/2025/0814 Submitted 12 Dec 2025 150 yards away

  Formation of single storey extension to rear (north-east) elevation with creation of terrace space over

  Granted Householder Extension
  Small domestic

• 42 Broadley Drive Torquay TQ2 6UE

  P/2024/0656 Submitted 25 Sep 2024 200 yards away

  Installation of air source heat pump

  Granted Householder 9 docs
  Domestic

• 56 Broadley Drive Torquay TQ2 6UF

  P/2022/1200 Submitted 2 Nov 2022 200 yards away

  Formation of single storey extensions to side & rear with external landing and steps

  Granted Householder Extension 20 docs
  Small domestic

• AT/2026/0248 Decided

  Holtye Stitchill Road Torquay TQ1 1PZ

  5 Day Notice T1 - Dead pollarded Holm Oak (Quercus ilex) Sectionally dismantle, fell and remove dead tree, leaving the cut stump at a finished height of approximately 1.0 metre abou ground level.

  Received 15 Sep, published by the council 17 Sep 2026 Trees
• AT/2026/0245 Awaiting decision

  Flat 1 Kingsbridge Greenway Road Torquay TQ1 4NJ

  T001 - Mature Beech (Fagus sylvatica) Observations: Mature beech with a substantial fungal fruiting body present at the base of the stem, visually consistent with Ganoderma spp. Sounding of the lower stem with a sounding mallet produced a pronounced hollow response extending from the base to approximately 2 m above ground level on the road-facing side, indicating potentially significant internal dysfunction and decay within the lower main stem. The defect is located within the tree?s primary load-bearing region, where the main stem transfers crown loading into the root system. Decay or loss of sound wood in this area is therefore considered structurally significant. The full extent of internal decay and remaining residual wall thickness could not be quantified through ground-based inspection alone. The tree supports a large mature crown and is located immediately adjacent to a public highway, with pedestrians, moving and parked vehicles, and nearby residential properties within the potential failure zone. Recommendation: Dismantle T001 to near ground level. The recommendation is based on the presence of basal fungal decay, the pronounced hollow response extending approximately 2 m up the lower stem, and the location of the defect within the principal load-bearing region of the tree. These findings materially reduce confidence in the tree's long-term structural reliability. Although the tree provides significant local amenity value within the Conservation Area, this is considered outweighed by the extent and structural significance of the identified defects and the potential consequences of whole-tree or basal failure onto the adjacent highway and surrounding targets.

  Received 10 Sep, published by the council 17 Sep 2026 Trees
• AT/2026/0246 Awaiting decision

  Coniston Lodge Rowdens Road Torquay TQ2 5AZ

  Tree is Holm oak, see photos. Photo shows tree and then position in red dot to house Application is to thin the tree by 25 to 30 % (crown) and prune to clear overhead utility cables by 1 m . This work is required every couple of years to keep the tree healthy and so as not to interfere with cables to house.

  Received 10 Sep, published by the council 17 Sep 2026 Trees
• AT/2026/0242 Granted

  Upton Manor Orchard Upton Manor Road Brixham TQ5 9RB

  5 Day Notice Removal of large dead Spruce tree Removal of dead Cherry tree See Photos

  Received 8 Sep, published by the council 17 Sep 2026 Trees
• AT/2026/0214 Granted

  Alta Vista Higher Warberry Road Torquay TQ1 1SD

  Recent emergency approved felling of two older Lime trees in next door neighbour's garden precipitated a check on our own Lime Tree sic. Precautionary Work is requested on Trunk 2 of a large mature Lime Tree in south part of our property. Sketch Plan Lime Tree position refers . The Lime tree has 4 Trunks from ground level - numbering from left to right in provided Photo Lime Tree 1 of 4 Trunk 2. Photo Lime Tree 2 of 4 shows vis discoloration separation of Trunk 2 from Trunk 3. Separation >=12cm August 2026. No previous measurement. Photo Lime Tree 3 of 4 shows southern inclination of Trunk 2 and extended southern branch growth giving increasing weight leverage/imbalance. Photo Lime Tree 4 of 4 shows extent of recent years Beefsteak fungus at base of Trunk 2 - width c 25cms August 2026. Condition of Lime Tree discussed on site with Jamie, Trees in Need who has managed bi-annually maintenance on our trees for c 20 years. Fungal infection currently appears to be on Trunk 2 base but Trunk 2 is closely twinned with Trunk 3 at this level. Trunk 3 is however largely vertical and foliage more balanced and therefore less at longer term risk. So Imminent/emergency danger of Trunk 2 failure not likely but following precautionary action suggested Requested permission for following Action for Trunk 2. Remove all top growth c 6/7 meter level as show in Photo Lime Tree 3 where extended South lateral growth is prominent to provide a largely vertical Trunk with reduced weight /leverage . Continue to monitor Trunk 2 & 3 separation and Fungal growth.

  Received 12 Aug, published by the council 23 Aug 2026 Trees