The Bungalow Taplow Court Middle Warberry Road Torquay TQ1 1RN

1. 11 Sep 2024

   Received by Torbay

2. 13 Sep 2024

   Validated

   Checked as complete and ready for consideration.

3. 29 Oct 2024

   Decision issued: Approval

4. 2 Sep 2026

   Added to PlanIndex

Torbay granted permission on 29 October 2024, 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.

• Garden House Residential Home Formerly Woodlands Middle Warberry Road Torquay TQ1 1RN

  AT/2021/0265 Submitted 29 Jul 2021 50 yards away

  Yew (T1) - Three metres reduction on the lowest order branch to get clear access for the tall removal van. Oak (T2) - Three metres reduction on the lowest order branch to get clear access for the tall removal van and reduce weight from lever arm.

  Granted Trees 4 docs

• Suffolk Lodge Middle Warberry Road Torquay Devon TQ1 1RN

  AT/2011/0066 Submitted 7 Apr 2011 100 yards away

  T1: Beech- Remove T2: Cedar- Reduction of height by 30%

  Split decision Trees

• Erlwood Cottage Middle Warberry Road Torquay TQ1 1RN

  AT/2026/0208 Submitted 5 Aug 2026 100 yards away

  80% historically approved · decision due ~2 Oct

  T1 - Mature Beech situated on the East boundary - Lateral canopy reduction by 3m over neighbouring property to clear their gable end. (North canopy only). See annotated photo.

  Awaiting decision Trees

• Newburn Middle Warberry Road Torquay TQ1 1RN

  AT/2023/0018 Submitted 26 Jan 2023 100 yards away

  G1 - Row of Holm Oak (Quercus Ilex) - Crown reduce on all sides by 1.5m and Crown Lift over road/path to a height of 5m from Ground Level T1 - Laurel - Coppice to a height of 3ft from ground level G2 - Row of Holm Oak (Quercus Ilex) - crown reduce in height and lateral spread on all sides by 1.5m and crown lift over road to a height of 5m

  Granted Trees 13 docs

• Northgate Higher Warberry Road Torquay TQ1 1SF

  AT/2026/0049 Submitted 6 Feb 2026 150 yards away

  T2 - 1x Silver birch (Betula pendula) - Sectionally dismantle, fell, and remove to ground level, employing appropriate lowering and rigging techniques to safely control the descent of each section in accordance with industry best practice. T3 - Copper beech (Fagus sylvatica purpurea) - Reduce the radial crown spread on the eastern aspect of the canopy that is growing towards the property only by removing approximately 2.50 metres from branch tips, leaving a final radial spread of 7.0 metres at all compass points. Site: Northgate, Higher Warberry Road, Torquay, TQ1 1SF TPO: Area Tree Preservation Order - 1973.013 - Lydwell Area, Torquay T2 - Silver Birch (Betula pendula) The Silver Birch is located in close proximity to the dwelling and rear garden area. Due to its position, the tree now causes significant shading to the main habitable rooms and garden, resulting in reduced natural daylight and amenity value to the property. In addition, Silver Birch is a relatively short-lived, fast-growing species that is prone to progressive decline with age. Removal of T2 will: Significantly improve light levels into the property and garden area. Reduce the risk of future damage to the property from root activity and crown growth. Remove the need for repeated cyclical pruning works in close proximity to the dwelling. The client has confirmed they are happy to replant with a more suitable replacement species in an appropriate location, thereby maintaining long-term tree cover and local amenity value while achieving a more sustainable relationship between tree and property. T3 - Copper Beech (Fagus sylvatica Purpurea) The Copper Beech is a prominent specimen tree situated close to the property boundary, with the eastern sector of the crown extending directly towards the dwelling. An arboricultural risk assessment has been undertaken using the QTRA (Quantified Tree Risk Assessment) methodology. The proposed works are limited to a selective radial crown red

  Granted Trees
  Domestic

• 7 Marlborough Avenue Torquay TQ1 1TT

  AT/2026/0180 Submitted 20 Jul 2026 200 yards away

  G1 - Dismantle and fell x6 small Lawson Cypress due to close proximity of the home plus causing excessive shading. Trees outside of risk zone to remain and no works carried out on the existing hedge line behind. low amenity value and recommend replanting smaller garden trees/shrubs.

  Granted Trees

• 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