Devonshire Hotel Parkhill Road Torquay TQ1 2DY

1. 29 Sep 2025

   Received by Torbay

2. 30 Sep 2025

   Decision issued: Approval

3. 12 Aug 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

• Park Hill Daddyhole Road Torquay TQ1 2ED

  AT/2021/0232 Submitted 8 Jul 2021 74m away

  We would like to remove these trees x2 Leyland Cypress as part of the ongoing improvements to the garden and the site arboricultural resource these trees have limited value for screening due to loss of lower canopy they are non-native and not in keeping with the character and the immediate landscape. While these are tall trees there long-term position is not sustainable due to the surrounding special constraints.

  Granted Trees 4 docs

• Wayside Cottage Daddyhole Road Torquay TQ1 2ED

  AT/2023/0005 Submitted 9 Jan 2023 79m away

  Fell beech tree (T1). Located in in Wayside Cottage garden in front of the garage and close to the Pavement of Daddyhole road. The beech tree has a large growth of Fomes Fomentarius on the trunk. Fomes Fomentarius causes wood to rot and become spongy which culminates in the death of the host. Due to the size and location of the tree this instability is a considerable risk to the surrounding area. During the recent months a number of branches have fallen from the tree indicating that the tree is slowly dying, some of these have landed on parked cars, on my garage and one only just missing a pedestrian. The tree has become is oversized for the raised area it is growing on and as if dies it is becoming more likely that the entire tree will fall, creating a substantial danger to life and property. The Beech Tree is growing on a very small raised area held up by a crumbling wall, so the base of the tree does not have a very substantial platform, should the tree fall it is close enough to damage 3 neighbouring properties and my property especially my garage, parked cars or cars driving along Daddyhole Road, which is a busy road, also pedestrians as it is a busy area for pedestrians especially dog walkers heading to Daddyhole Plain. This tree is also less then 3 metres from another tree of equal size which currently is not infected by this fungus but due to the fact that this fungus release spores it could easily become infected and then also pose danger to life and property. The felling of the diseased tree would provide more space for the other Beech tree and help safeguard the other tree from becoming infected. Due to the proximity of property, the road and the neighbouring Beech tree and the fact it is on a raised wall, it would be advantageous not to plant a tree in its place. Not planting a tree would benefit the other Beech tree. The tree is approximately 7 to 8 metres this is a rough approximation as I have no way of measuring it. I have a sketc

  Refused Trees 4 docs

• Sunny Glen Parkhill Road Torquay TQ1 2DZ

  P/2026/0180 Submitted 18 Mar 2026 82m away

  Construction of detached timber framed carport.

  Granted Householder
  Domestic

• Sunny Glen Parkhill Road Torquay TQ1 2DZ

  AT/2024/0280 Submitted 15 Oct 2024 84m away

  T1: Leylandii: Mature multi stemmed tree very close to property and growing from raised bank behind weak and non retaining wall. Tree has large amounts of die back within crown and is in decline. Proposed works: Fell to ground level.

  Granted Trees

• Park Hill Daddyhole Road Torquay TQ1 2ED

  AT/2026/0015 Submitted 12 Jan 2026 92m away

  5 Day Notice - 1 x Tree of Heaven (Ailanthus altissima) Tree Location ///plus.spite.jobs The tree has become windblown and structurally compromised, resulting in a loss of anchorage and stability. The tree presents an immediate and foreseeable risk of failure posing a danger to persons and property in the vicinity. Sectionally dismantle and fell the tree to ground level, using controlled cutting techniques appropriate to the tree's condition and stability. Proposed works to be carried out on 21st January 2026.

  Granted Trees

• Arundel Parkhill Road Torquay TQ1 2DZ

  AT/2023/0063 Submitted 2 Mar 2023 93m away

  Leylandii - Top and trim to previous level approx 8/10' down

  Granted Trees 10 docs

• 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