61 Mariners Way Paignton TQ3 1RX

1. 23 Aug 2024

   Received by Torbay

2. 28 Aug 2024

   Validated

   Checked as complete and ready for consideration.

3. 17 Oct 2024

   Decision issued: Approval

4. 2 Sep 2026

   Added to PlanIndex

Permission has been granted, usually subject to conditions listed on the decision notice, some of which must be discharged before work starts. The decision notice on the council portal sets out exactly what was approved.

Work must normally begin within three years of the decision or the permission lapses. Neighbours cannot appeal a grant; challenging one means judicial review of how the decision was made, within tight time limits.

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.

More on trees applications in our guide

• 63 Dolphin Crescent Paignton TQ3 1JZ

  AT/2021/0235 Submitted 10 Jul 2021 66m away

  T1- sycamore- pollard to 15ft to enhance the woodland setting in all areas of the garden. There are many trees in this area of woodland and therefore the pollarding this tree will allow the woodland setting to be seen from the upper part of the garden. The tree is also encroaching towards the house so this is a suitable management option. T2- oak- reduce lateral and horizontal limbs by up to 2 meters completed to BS 3998 to allow more light into the property's and stop the build up of debris on decking areas causing them to become slippery and dangerous when wet. This will also give a better shape to the tree as historical pruning has caused the tree to have longer limbs on one side.

  Granted Trees 3 docs

• The Meadow Sleepy Lane Paignton TQ3 1RJ

  AT/2026/0222 Submitted 18 Aug 2026 145m away

  81% historically approved · decision due ~13 Oct

  5 Day Notice G1 Group of dead cherry trees T1 Dead Requesting to feel and replant these trees under a 5 day order due to showing no signs of life this summer. Trees are at risk of damaging property and targeting residential access and property.

  Awaiting decision Trees

• 42 Lammas Lane Paignton TQ3 2PX

  P/2025/0735 Submitted 17 Nov 2025 177m away

  Removal of chimney, two storey side extension with gable feature and wraparound balcony to side and front at ground floor, Juliet balconies at first floor level on southern and eastern elevations

  Granted Householder Extension
  Domestic

• 32 Lammas Lane Paignton TQ3 1PS

  P/2022/1362 Submitted 23 Dec 2022 192m away

  Replace existing entrance canopy with single storey extension to form new porch.

  Granted Householder Extension 10 docs
  Small domestic

• 50 Shorton Road Paignton TQ3 1RG

  P/2025/0521 Submitted 14 Aug 2025 195m away

  Installation of first floor balcony to rear / east elevation.

  Granted Householder
  Domestic

• 157 Southfield Avenue Paignton TQ3 1JX

  P/2026/0090 Submitted 16 Feb 2026 219m away

  Demolition of existing single garage and replacement with double garage.

  Granted Householder Demolition
  Domestic

• 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