Rowcroft Avenue Road Torquay TQ2 5LS

This site has had 12 applications since 2021: 10 approved, 2 refused.

• AT/2026/0191 Granted

  Rowcroft Avenue Road Torquay TQ2 5LS

  T 030 - Multiple stemmed lapsed sycamore coppice. Growing on bank bordering road and in striking distance of third party properties to the north and south. Two primary stems to the north have been pollarded down to 3m. The eastern most stem has since died with large area of bark necrosis at 1.5m - 3m. The northern most stem which has had a primary limb pollarded is in severe decline with bark necrosis to the north at 2m. If the two stems are removed the remaining canopy will be biased totaly to the south and west and will be open to additional wind loading. Recommendations - Pollard to level already established, approximately 3m. Please see report excerpt for photos.

  Decided 21 Sep 2026 Trees
• AT/2026/0155 Granted

  Rowcroft Avenue Road Torquay TQ2 5LS

  T008: 1x Mature Beech Large buttress roots formed around the base of the tree, situated as focal point for garden area. Tight included union at bifurcation point at 4m, with large ears formed to the north and south, included union on secondary eastern stem at 8m with ears formed to the north and south. Historic primary limb failure at 8m on the western stem, large open wound with limited wound wood formed. Large ganoderma spp brackets growing from cavity to the north on western most stem. Bracket forming in old occluding wound to the south of the wound site on same stem. In striking distance of benches in garden area. Area is used for events in the summer. Tree has had primary limb failure at union at secondary eastern stem at 8m. Tree officer has attended site and agreed on removal, area roped off until TPO application has been approved. Fell tree and replant with Copper Beech.

  Decided 4 Aug 2026 Trees
• P/2026/0292 Granted

  Rowcroft Avenue Road Torquay TQ2 5LS

  Certificate of lawfulness for existing: Confirmation of lawful implementation of development approved under P/2024/0497.

  Decided 16 Jun 2026 Lawful development
• AT/2026/0032 Granted

  Rowcroft Avenue Road Torquay TQ2 5LS

  T1 - x1 Holm Oak (Quercus ilex) Proposed works: Re-pollard the tree to approximately 6 metres above ground level, being approximately 3 metres above the previous historic pollard points. The tree is a previously managed pollard which has lapsed, resulting in elongated regrowth with increased end-weight. Re-instating the pollard is appropriate cyclical management. The current canopy contributes to excessive shading and loss of light to the adjacent dwelling and garden areas, negatively affecting residential amenity. Significant leaf debris and organic matter from the canopy is accumulating on the house and garage roofs, leading to persistent damp conditions and the development of algae/green growth, increasing maintenance requirements and risk of roof deterioration. The proposed height retains the tree in a sustainable, manageable form, preserving its long-term health and contribution to local amenity. T2 - x1 Lucombe Oak (Quercus - hispanica -Lucombeana?) Proposed works: Remove epicormic growth from the main stem up to the crown break, to a height of approximately 5.5 metres. Epicormic growth is dense and visually intrusive, detracting from the tree?s natural form and the amenity of the site. Removal will improve light penetration to the property and surrounding areas without affecting the main crown structure. Epicormic shoots can form weakly attached growth; removal improves structural clarity and long-term tree management. The works are minor, selective, and will not adversely affect the tree's overall health or amenity value.

  Decided 23 Mar 2026 Trees
• AT/2025/0315 Granted

  Rowcroft Avenue Road Torquay TQ2 5LS

  T0061 - 1x Mature Beech Tree Sectionally dismantle the tree to leave a retained 4.0 metre monolith, utilising a 55-tonne mobile crane in conjunction with appropriate lowering and rigging techniques to ensure the safe and controlled descent of all sections in accordance with industry best practice and BS 39982010 - Tree Work - Recommendations. All arisings to be removed from site and returned to a Devon Tree Services Ltd depot for recycling, leaving the working area safe, clean, and tidy on completion. Please see attached reports for the justification.

  Decided 9 Dec 2025 Trees
• AT/2024/0301 Granted

  Rowcroft Avenue Road Torquay TQ2 5LS

  G005 - Common ash - Group of 4 trees adjacent to site access down steep bank with branches overhanging access road. Fell tree. X2 ash trees near back entrance. T0068 - Common ash - Located near large concrete drain. Fell tree. Sectional dismantle and fell. T0095 - Common ash - Tree in highway verge. Sectional dismantle and fell. T1803 - Common ash - Woodland tree located on high side if footpath tree marked with pink spot. Fell tree. T7 / (T1802)- Common ash - Woodland edge tree leaning towards garden area. marked with pink spot Heavy lean towards formal garden area. Cavities X3 at base - good level of reactive butressing. Tree has a 2 dimensional form due to recent tree removal. remove tree Fell tree. T0048 - Common ash - In woodland on high side of footpath. Smaller diameter ash located immediately behind. Historic branch failure on south east side of tree at 7 metres - wound occluding well although partial delamination also noted in immediate area. veteranising the tree at 6 metres from ground level. T0093 - Common ash - Tree in highway verge overhanging dwelling - Vitality poor - tree marked with paint. Fell tree. T0520 - Common ash - In verge adjacent to road.fell tree with low target area. T1801 - Common ash - Woodland tree. Target range includes footpath. Fell tree. T0958 - Oak - will have to be removed at the same time as is being held up by the ash that is being removed T0955 - Common ash - Slender tree with weight bias over footpath. veteranising the tree at 7 metres from ground level. G2 - Common ash x7 - Group 10 of woodland edge trees with a low target range. marked with pink spot. - Remove group of ash. Fell trees.

  Decided 17 Dec 2024 Trees
• AT/2024/0283 Granted

  Rowcroft Avenue Road Torquay TQ2 5LS

  1 x Holm Oak which is situated on the northern aspect of number 9 Pilmuir Avenue. Re-pollard to previous pollard points at approximately 6 metres above ground level. All arising material shall be removed from site and returned to our premises for recycling. Justification: 1. Cyclical Maintenance: As stated in BS3998 (Section 7.10)., once pollarding is initiated, it should be maintained by cutting new branches on a regular cycle. The frequency of re-pollarding depends on factors like species and site management. This tree's new growth is around 4 metres long therefore in line with the management objectives of the site we are proposing to re-pollard, to manage its size and maintain the intended structure at 6 metres above ground level. 2. Selective Cutting to Avoid Decay: BS3998 emphasises that during each cycle of pollarding, selective pruning is necessary to maintain some live branch material. To achieve this we will not be cutting back past knuckles but to just above to retain some functional material to establish new growth and prevent the spread of long term decay. Summary: The pollarding will reduce the trees overall height from 10 metres to 6 metres above ground level by removing the new growth of 4 metres to the previous pollard points. These sections provide a solid basis for re-pollarding the tree in line with recommendations set out within BS3998, ensuring the health and structural integrity of the Holm Oak in the short to long-term.

  Decided 9 Dec 2024 Trees
• AT/2023/0051 Refused

  Rowcroft Avenue Road Torquay TQ2 5LS

  3x mature beech trees behind and to the north east of the creative therapies studio. ///digesting.kite.skim. T1. 1x beech tree directly behind studio - Reduce in height by approximately 3-4m to appropriate pruning points. Post pruning height will be approximately 14-16m. Reduce eastern canopy edge to taper in with remaining canopy spread. This will be done by removing 2.5m from the tips of the branches. ///hides.depth.soap. T2. 1x beech tree north east of the studio - Reduce in height by approximately 3-4m to appropriate pruning points. Post pruning height will be approximately 16-18m. Reduce eastern canopy spread by 2m by removing overextending lateral branches back to suitable pruning points. T3. 1x beech tree north west of T2 - Reduce in height by 2.5m to appropriate pruning points. Post pruning height will be 14m above ground level. The finishing height of the tree will fit in with the already narrow canopy spread of the tree. The reductions to the beech are being undertaken as part of the ongoing management f the tree crowns. While the risk is tolerable, we are looking to manage the trees, which have been previously reduced, in line with best practice as recommended in BS3998. The previous reduction have led to cavities at the reduction points and the resulting regrowth has established at point were the structure of the tree has been compromised. The proposed reductions will keep in line with what has been approved and will also reduce the likelihood of primary branch failure in the short to medium-term. This reduction will reduce the likelihood of large wounds being formed post failure and mange the trees in consideration of the built up urban environment within which they are situated. The reduction will not reduce the trees aesthetic value in the short-term but will promote healthy growth and a good structure through on going cyclical management.

  Decided 28 Apr 2023 Trees
• AT/2022/0317 Refused

  Rowcroft Avenue Road Torquay TQ2 5LS

  On sketch plan: ///ready.split.thudding Too61- beech. Height reduction by c.5-6m (tree 24m and post pruning height will be c.18m). Canopy edges will be pruned reduced by approximately 1.5m- 2m to shape. ///data.defers.political Too62- beech- reduce height by 3-4m (tree post pruning is expected to be 21m in height). Top edges of canopy to be reduced??by??1m??to??shape. 3x mature beech trees behind and to the north east of the creative therapies studio. ///digesting.kite.skim. T1. 1x beech tree directly behind studio - Reduce in height by approximately 3-4m to appropriate pruning points. Post pruning height will be approximately 14-16m. Reduce eastern canopy edge to taper in with remaining canopy spread. This will be done by removing 2.5m from the tips of the branches. ///hides.depth.soap. T2. 1x beech tree north east of the studio - Reduce in height by approximately 3-4m to appropriate pruning points. Post pruning height will be approximately 16-18m. Reduce eastern canopy spread by 2m by removing overextending lateral branches back to suitable pruning points. T3. 1x beech tree north west of T2 - Reduce in height by 2.5m to appropriate pruning points. Post pruning height will be 14m above ground level. The finishing height of the tree will fit in with the already narrow canopy spread of the tree. These trees are referred to as group 3 on QTRA document.

  Decided 8 Feb 2023 Trees
• AT/2021/0269 Granted

  Rowcroft Avenue Road Torquay TQ2 5LS

  T0091 - Multi stemmed Norway Maple on main drive - dismantle two main stems supported by a weak bark junction at 1.5m from ground level that overhang neighbouring properties. T1- Ash Tree (ADB) - Main drive adjacent to Sweet Chestnut - dismantle to near ground level. T0075 - European Lime - Top of main drive - Crown reduce west facing primary stem by up to 4m . This action will reduce the loading on the weak bark junction at basal level two co-dominant main stems. T13 - Woodland Ash overhanging neighbouring properties - dismantle to near ground level as showing poor vitality and bark death at base. T0086 - Norway Maple - woodland tree overhanging boarder to formal gardens - dismantle to near ground level. Tree has extensive basal decay on north side of the tree.

  Decided 29 Sep 2021 Trees

1. 10 Feb 2026

   Received by Torbay

2. 12 Feb 2026

   Validated

   Checked as complete and ready for consideration.

3. 1 Apr 2026

   Decision issued: Approval

4. 12 Aug 2026

   Added to PlanIndex

Torbay granted permission on 1 April 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.

• Rowcroft Avenue Road Torquay TQ2 5LS

  AT/2022/0317 Submitted 22 Nov 2022 50 yards away

  On sketch plan: ///ready.split.thudding Too61- beech. Height reduction by c.5-6m (tree 24m and post pruning height will be c.18m). Canopy edges will be pruned reduced by approximately 1.5m- 2m to shape. ///data.defers.political Too62- beech- reduce height by 3-4m (tree post pruning is expected to be 21m in height). Top edges of canopy to be reduced??by??1m??to??shape. 3x mature beech trees behind and to the north east of the creative therapies studio. ///digesting.kite.skim. T1. 1x beech tree directly behind studio - Reduce in height by approximately 3-4m to appropriate pruning points. Post pruning height will be approximately 14-16m. Reduce eastern canopy edge to taper in with remaining canopy spread. This will be done by removing 2.5m from the tips of the branches. ///hides.depth.soap. T2. 1x beech tree north east of the studio - Reduce in height by approximately 3-4m to appropriate pruning points. Post pruning height will be approximately 16-18m. Reduce eastern canopy spread by 2m by removing overextending lateral branches back to suitable pruning points. T3. 1x beech tree north west of T2 - Reduce in height by 2.5m to appropriate pruning points. Post pruning height will be 14m above ground level. The finishing height of the tree will fit in with the already narrow canopy spread of the tree. These trees are referred to as group 3 on QTRA document.

  Refused Trees 5 docs

• Rowcroft Avenue Road Torquay TQ2 5LS

  AT/2026/0155 Submitted 16 Jun 2026 50 yards away

  T008: 1x Mature Beech Large buttress roots formed around the base of the tree, situated as focal point for garden area. Tight included union at bifurcation point at 4m, with large ears formed to the north and south, included union on secondary eastern stem at 8m with ears formed to the north and south. Historic primary limb failure at 8m on the western stem, large open wound with limited wound wood formed. Large ganoderma spp brackets growing from cavity to the north on western most stem. Bracket forming in old occluding wound to the south of the wound site on same stem. In striking distance of benches in garden area. Area is used for events in the summer. Tree has had primary limb failure at union at secondary eastern stem at 8m. Tree officer has attended site and agreed on removal, area roped off until TPO application has been approved. Fell tree and replant with Copper Beech.

  Granted Trees

• Hospice Rowcroft Avenue Road Torquay TQ2 5LS

  AT/2019/0277 Submitted 16 Oct 2019 50 yards away

  T307 Mature beech to fell and replant with same species in close proximity to same location 10-12cm girth.

  Granted Trees 3 docs

• Rowcroft Avenue Road Torquay TQ2 5LS

  AT/2021/0269 Submitted 30 Jul 2021 50 yards away

  T0091 - Multi stemmed Norway Maple on main drive - dismantle two main stems supported by a weak bark junction at 1.5m from ground level that overhang neighbouring properties. T1- Ash Tree (ADB) - Main drive adjacent to Sweet Chestnut - dismantle to near ground level. T0075 - European Lime - Top of main drive - Crown reduce west facing primary stem by up to 4m . This action will reduce the loading on the weak bark junction at basal level two co-dominant main stems. T13 - Woodland Ash overhanging neighbouring properties - dismantle to near ground level as showing poor vitality and bark death at base. T0086 - Norway Maple - woodland tree overhanging boarder to formal gardens - dismantle to near ground level. Tree has extensive basal decay on north side of the tree.

  Granted Trees 5 docs

• Rowcroft Avenue Road Torquay TQ2 5LS

  AT/2021/0206 Submitted 8 Jun 2021 50 yards away

  T1 - Ash - Remove to near ground level. This tree is moribund as diagnosed by Devon Tree Services and viewed by Daniel Vickridge (Torbay Council)

  Granted Trees 3 docs

• Rowcroft Avenue Road Torquay TQ2 5LS

  AT/2025/0315 Submitted 23 Oct 2025 50 yards away

  T0061 - 1x Mature Beech Tree Sectionally dismantle the tree to leave a retained 4.0 metre monolith, utilising a 55-tonne mobile crane in conjunction with appropriate lowering and rigging techniques to ensure the safe and controlled descent of all sections in accordance with industry best practice and BS 39982010 - Tree Work - Recommendations. All arisings to be removed from site and returned to a Devon Tree Services Ltd depot for recycling, leaving the working area safe, clean, and tidy on completion. Please see attached reports for the justification.

  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