Snowdon Lodge Burridge Road Torquay TQ2 6HG

1. 16 Jan 2026

   Received by Torbay

2. 22 Jan 2026

   Validated

   Checked as complete and ready for consideration.

3. 24 Feb 2026

   Decision issued: No Objections Raised

4. 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

• Lofthouse 2 Burridge Road Torquay TQ2 6JB

  AT/2026/0153 Submitted 15 Jun 2026 60m away

  T1 - Conifer Proposed Works: Dismantle and remove the conifer tree using sectional dismantling techniques. Utilise appropriate lowering and rigging methods to prevent damage to surrounding property, landscaping, boundary features, and adjacent vegetation. Process arisings through a tracked woodchipper, with woodchip retained within the hedge line where appropriate. Remove all timber and remaining arisings from site. Reason for Works: The conifer is dead T2 - Maple Proposed Works: Remove major deadwood from the garden side of the canopy. Deadwood removal limited to branches exceeding 25mm diameter.

  Granted Trees

• Hartwell House Greenway Road Torquay TQ2 6JE

  AT/2025/0271 Submitted 8 Sep 2025 103m away

  Rear garden area T1 Apple tree Reduce back to previous points (approximately 2m) Remove deadwood and crossing branches. Remove mistletoe from the crown, cutting host shoots back to suitable growth points to minimise regrowth Retain healthy fruiting spurs where practicable All pruning cuts to be made at suitable growth points. All works carried out to BS 3998:2010 Tree Works Recommendation Remove all cut material from site & return to a Teign Trees depot for recycling, leaving the area safe, clean & tidy.

  Granted Trees

• Ashfield Lodge Ashfield Road Torquay TQ2 6HH

  P/2021/0469 Submitted 19 Apr 2021 108m away

  Installation of 18 ground mounted solar panels to South Elevation within garden.

  Granted Householder 12 docs
  Domestic

• Kingswood Ruckamore Road Torquay TQ2 6HF

  AT/2019/0308 Submitted 8 Nov 2019 124m away

  I have 4 large fir trees located on either side of my gate on Ruckamore Road, 3 on one side and one on the other side. For some years now the single tree has not appeared to be as healthy as the others, having lost a lot of its foliage. I understand, from neighbours that the tree is about 60 years old. Last week-end one of the trunks was blown down in the high winds. Fortunately, it fell in the road at such an angle that it did not damage any of the parked cars or injure anyone. Lucky too that it did not fall towards the house as it is tall enough to have come into contact with it. I have managed to cut up the wood that was blocking the pavement and moved it onto my drive prior to disposal. I am fearful that strong winds may cause this to happen again, maybe with more severe consequences, and would like your approval to have what remains of the tree taken down.

  Granted Trees 5 docs

• Fairfield West Huxtable Hill Torquay TQ2 6RN

  AT/2025/0351 Submitted 21 Nov 2025 168m away

  T1 - Beech - Crown lift by approximately 2 metres removing up to 30 minor secondary branches to provide clearnance while retaining a natural and balanced form. T2 - Beech - Lateral reduction of the crown by 1-2 metres to leave an approximate final spread of 6 metres with all pruning cuts made back to suitable growth points. T3 - Holm Oak - Lateral crown reduction by up to 1 metre leaving an approximate final spread of 5 metres, maintaining natural shape and tree health. Justification for proposed works. T1 - Beech - The tree has developed low-hanging branches with excessive lateral weight increasing the risk of branch failure. A minor crown lift will help reduce loading stress while improving clearance and maintaining tree health and form. The proposed works are proportional and preventative. T2 - Beech - The crown is growing in close proximity to the building with lateral spread approaching the structure. Selective lateral reduction will prevent future conflict with the property, minimise risk of damage and maintain a safe management distance while retaining the tree's natural shape. T3 - Holm Oak - This tree is also spreading toward the building and requires a light lateral reduction to prevent obstruction and potential contact with the structure. The work is preventative and intended to avoid future damage, shading and maintenance issues. All works are minimal, sympathetic and designed to retain natural form while preventing future structural or safety-related issues. The works are considered appropriate tree management rather than aesthetic alteration.

  Granted Trees

• St Omer Care Home Greenway Road Torquay TQ2 6JE

  AT/2024/0302 Submitted 25 Oct 2024 200m away

  Fell dead maple

  Granted Trees

• 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