Chelston Tower Rawlyn Road Torquay TQ2 6PQ

1. 23 Mar 2023

   Received by Torbay

2. 31 Mar 2023

   Validated

   Checked as complete and ready for consideration.

3. 26 May 2023

   Decision issued: Part allowed/part refused

4. 2 Oct 2026

   Added to PlanIndex

Torbay refused this application for the reasons on the decision notice; only the applicant can appeal, and refused schemes often return in revised form. 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.

• Chelston Tower Mews Rawlyn Road Torquay TQ2 6PQ

  AT/2024/0172 Submitted 1 Jul 2024 50 yards away

  T1- Holm Oak- framework pollard an application submitted in 2023 was refused for the removal of T1 and replanting in a more suitable position. T1 is a semi mature Holm Oak tree that completely covers the path at the property. this property is communal grounds and the client has a responsibility to keep the grounds safe for his tenants to use the garden area, unfortunately the leaves and droppings from the tree are causing a significant health and safety risk to tenants using the path because the path is becoming very shaded and slippery when leaf fall occurs. my client would like to resolve this issue by carry out a framework pollard and then managing the tree cyclically every 3 years by repollarding this still keeps the benefit of the tree but allows him to keep his tenants safe. the tree is currently 12 meters in height and 8 meters in spread we wish to pollard to 10 meters in height and 6 meters in spread the tree does not hold significant value within the landscape and the sight has various other large trees that contribute to the landscape so the proposed works would not negatively impact the landscape in any way but would allow the various site users to remain safe when using the garden path.

  Granted Trees

• Blue Mist Rawlyn Road Torquay TQ2 6PQ

  P/2026/0210 Submitted 31 Mar 2026 50 yards away

  Conversion of loft to include increase of ridge height and installation of dormers to east (front) elevation and west (rear) elevation, including insertion of 2no. rooflights to west (rear) elevation.

  Refused Householder Loft or dormer Roofing
  Domestic

• Yew Tree House Rawlyn Road Torquay TQ2 6PQ

  AT/2020/0162 Submitted 16 Jun 2020 100 yards away

  dead Lawson cypress situated at Yew Tree house, rawlyn road, Torquay, TQ2 6PQ. The tree is situated within the Area TPO ref: 1973.05. Tree ref: A4. The tree is dead as shown in photos attached to this email, so I would like to apply for a 5 day tpo exemption on the specified tree in order to fell as my client is concerned about the tree being within striking distance of his property along with the neighbouring property.

  Decided Trees 5 docs

• Greenhill Seaway Lane Torquay TQ2 6PW

  AT/2021/0175 Submitted 10 May 2021 100 yards away

  On behalf of our Clients the owners of the above property we would request that this email and the attachments be considered as six weeks' notice before carrying out work on the identified tree which is located in a conservation area but is not the subject of a TPO.

  Granted Trees 1 doc

• Greenhill Seaway Lane Torquay TQ2 6PW

  AT/2021/0298 Submitted 18 Aug 2021 100 yards away

  80% historically approved · decision due ~25 Nov

  The tree indicated on the attached drawing ref 21.07 - 02 Tree removal plan, is causing extensive shading to the garden of the property so the owners would like to remove it.

  Awaiting decision Trees 9 docs

• Greenhill Seaway Lane Torquay TQ2 6PW

  P/2021/0718 Submitted 14 Jun 2021 100 yards away

  Conversion of existing lower ground floor to form habitable rooms to include alterations to windows & doors. Removal of external staircase & formation of bridge to garden at 1st floor level to South elevation.

  Granted Householder Windows or glazing 16 docs
  Domestic

• 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