Street Record Cypress Close Torquay

This site has had 2 applications since 2026: 1 approved, 0 refused.

• AT/2026/0240 Awaiting decision

  Street Record Cypress Close Torquay

  T1 - Maple: Re-pollard by removing the regrowth back to the established pollard points, as indicated in red on the accompanying photograph. Retain the existing pollard knuckles and avoid cutting into the main stem or below the established pollard points. T2 - Maple: Crown reduce by up to 2 metres in height and lateral spread due to the tree's declining physiological condition and associated crown dieback. Prune back to suitable live lateral growth points, removing deadwood and retaining a balanced crown with adequate live foliage wherever practicable. The works are intended to reduce mechanical loading while retaining the tree and shall be undertaken in accordance with BS 3998:2010.

  Submitted 7 Sep 2026 Trees

1. 7 Jan 2026

   Received by Torbay

2. 8 Jan 2026

   Validated

   Checked as complete and ready for consideration.

3. 17 Feb 2026

   Decision issued: Approval

4. 12 Aug 2026

   Added to PlanIndex

Torbay granted permission on 17 February 2026, 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.

• Street Record Cypress Close Torquay Devon

  AT/2010/0146 Submitted 16 Jun 2010 50 yards away

  A1: Reduce all overhanging branches to the edge of the footpath closest to treesT1: Sycamore- Reduce height by 6-8ft and reduce remaining lateral branches by 3-4ftT2: Sycamore- Reduce height by 6-8ft and reduce remaining lateral branches by 3-4ftT3: Bay- Reduce by 9ft and reshapeT4: Sycamore- Reduce to ground levelThin out various trees as spray painted onsite

  Granted Trees

• Templestowe Hotel & 5 Abbey Road Tor Church Road Torquay TQ2 5UU

  P/2023/0259 Submitted 16 Mar 2023 100 yards away

  Amalgamation of hotel and 5 Abbey Road, including reinstatement of hotel use across proposed site. Construction of single storey extension to link both buildings.

  Granted Full applications Extension 27 docs
  Small domestic

• Hotel Templestowe Tor Church Road Torquay TQ2 5UU

  AT/2021/0281 Submitted 5 Aug 2021 100 yards away

  to submit a Reg 14 exception for the removal of a suppressed Ash tree located in the grounds of the Templestowe Hotel in Torquay. 14 (1)(a)(ii) in compliance with any obligation imposed by or under an Act of Parliament or so far as may be necessary for the prevention or abatement of a nuisance; Whilst the tree is not immediately dangerous it is implicated in the blocking of main foul drainage for the hotel and currently the drains have to be cleared weekly. It is inevitable that the tree will have to be removed in order to remedy the situation given its location, acute lean and poor form.

  Decided Trees 1 doc

• Hotel Templestowe Tor Church Road Torquay TQ2 5UU

  AT/2021/0264 Submitted 28 Jul 2021 100 yards away

  Eucalyptus (T1) - Crown lift north east extents up to 5m and remove sub-dominant stem at approx 15ft. Reasons: remedial works required to reduce level of risk to childs play area.

  Granted Trees 3 docs

• Seascape Hotel 8-10 Tor Church Road Torquay TQ2 5UT

  P/2026/0177 Submitted 23 Mar 2026 100 yards away

  79% historically approved · decision due ~22 Jun

  Conversion and extension of hotel and ancillary garage into 29 residential apartments, including demolition of parts of existing buildings, alterations to the facades of the buildings and accesses, construction of additional residential floorspace above the ancillary garage, parking provision and other associated works.

  Awaiting decision Full applications New dwelling Extension +1
  Major scheme

• 34 Tor Hill Road Torquay TQ2 5RF

  P/2026/0294 Submitted 5 May 2026 150 yards away

  79% historically approved · decision due ~8 Oct

  Change of use of existing ground floor cafe to massage/beauty salon.

  Awaiting decision Full applications

• 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