Bay Ridge Parkhill Road Torquay TQ1 2DT

1. 28 Mar 2023

   Received by Torbay

2. 3 Apr 2023

   Validated

   Checked as complete and ready for consideration.

3. 30 May 2023

   Decision issued: Refusal

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.

• Abbots Dene Parkhill Road Torquay TQ1 2DQ

  AT/2024/0289 Submitted 21 Oct 2024 50 yards away

  Exception - Emergency works to remove a windblown Oak hanging over a garage.

  Granted Trees

• Beacon Heights Parkhill Road Torquay TQ1 2DQ

  AT/2026/0028 Submitted 21 Jan 2026 50 yards away

  G1 - Mixed broadleaf group (holm oak dominant, with turkey oak, beech and occasional false acacia). Group located on a moderate slope, with several stems leaning towards the drive and property. Evidence of historic failures and falling is present on the lower slope. Some trees exhibit minor stem decay and defects typical of the species, with no indication of a significantly elevated risk. Many stems have been historically topped for view and property clearance. Proposed works (management cycle commencing 2025): Leaning holm oak stems on the lower slopes: Crown reduction to retain stems at approximately 5-7m, following BS3998:2010 principles. Works to be repeated on a 5-7-year cycle to maintain previous management and reduce mechanical loading on leaning stems. Previously topped trees within the group: Reduce crowns back to historic reduction points, retaining trees at approximately 5-7m, on a 5-7-year cycle to maintain established management and prevent excessive regrowth. False acacia: No works proposed. Reason for work: To maintain the established cyclical management regime, limit end-weight on leaning stems, and reduce the likelihood of branch or stem failure towards the drive and property, in accordance with BS3998:2010 recommendations for crown management and proportional pruning. This group of trees is not visible to the broader public.

  Granted Trees

• Glenroy Parkhill Road Torquay TQ1 2DT

  AT/2023/0020 Submitted 31 Jan 2023 100 yards away

  T1 Ash Fraxinus excelsior - Dismantle to ground level

  Refused Trees 5 docs

• Glenroy Parkhill Road Torquay TQ1 2DT

  AT/2024/0308 Submitted 7 Nov 2024 100 yards away

  T1. English oak, Quercus robur. T1 is growing in the garden of Glenroy as shown on map. It has been in bad health for a number of years now shedding leaves early, and signs of crown thinning, despite a hard reduction a few years ago. This year has put out fruiting bodies for Meripilus Giganteus. these can be seen it pictures although they have turned black. there is also severe decay in the stem of the tree from ground level to about 2 metres. this cavity creating a weak point in the tree making it likely to fail. this can also be seen in pictures. I propose to dismantle T1 to ground level and re plant another quercus robur in another area of the garden in order to avoid it getting infected with the existing Meripilus Giganteus.

  Granted Trees

• Blue Hayes Parkhill Road Torquay TQ1 2DQ

  P/2021/0264 Submitted 4 Mar 2021 100 yards away

  Variation of Conditions in relation to P/2018/1060: Condition P1 - Amendments to plans & design changes.

  Granted Amendments 9 docs

• Blue Hayes Parkhill Road Torquay TQ1 2DQ

  P/2026/0178 Submitted 23 Mar 2026 100 yards away

  Construction of three storey lift to side elevation of property.

  Granted Householder
  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