18A Mead Road Torquay TQ2 6TF

1. 22 Jul 2026

   Received by Torbay

2. 10 Aug 2026

   Validated

   Checked as complete and ready for consideration.

3. 12 Aug 2026

   Added to PlanIndex

4. 26 Sep 2026

   Status changed to Awaiting decision

   Previously Registered.

5. 30 Sep 2026

   Decision issued: Approval

Torbay granted permission on 30 September 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.

• 30 Mead Road Torquay TQ2 6TF

  P/2021/0590 Submitted 17 May 2021 50 yards away

  Loft conversion with alterations to ridge height, windows & doors. Formation of terrace at 1st floor level.

  Granted Householder Loft or dormer Roofing +1 16 docs
  Domestic

• 28 Mead Road Torquay TQ2 6TF

  P/2022/1177 Submitted 27 Oct 2022 50 yards away

  Front and side extensions and associated works.

  Refused Householder Extension 14 docs
  Domestic

• 39 Mead Road Torquay TQ2 6TG

  P/2023/0936 Submitted 30 Oct 2023 150 yards away

  Variation of Condition relating to application P/2018/0826: Two storey extension to front, two storey extension to rear with Juliet balconies, raised roof ridge height and formation of garage. Condition: P1 - Approved Plans. Variation sought: Central ground floor doors to be changed to four panels on east elevation. Reduction in width of ground floor windows, omission of partial cladding, and omission of fan lights on first floor windows, on west elevation. Reduction in depth of raised terrace, with first floor Juliet balcony changed to window on south elevation. Installation of steps from south side access in rear garden, with reduction in depth of raised terrace, and additional raised level created for planting/screening of adjacent properties. Provision of wall on southern boundary. [Revised plans received 9 August 2024]

  Granted Amendments Extension Roofing +1 16 docs

• 12 Barnfield Road Torquay TQ2 6TN

  P/2021/0947 Submitted 17 Aug 2021 150 yards away

  Formation of two-storey extension to east elevation incl formation of balcony. Formation of single-storey extension to north elevation. Formation of large dormer to south elevation to replace 2 existing dormers.

  Granted Householder Extension Loft or dormer 13 docs
  Small domestic

• 32 Barnfield Road Torquay TQ2 6TN

  P/2024/0553 Submitted 12 Aug 2024 200 yards away

  Removal of existing balcony and construction of enlarged replacement balcony. Enlargement of driveway to form turning area and new entrance steps.

  Granted Householder 13 docs
  Domestic

• 3 Roundhill Road Torquay TQ2 6TQ

  P/2026/0105 Submitted 23 Feb 2026 250 yards away

  Variation of Condition relating to application P/2025/0047: Alterations and improvements to include two storey extension to front, first floor extension to side, creation of additional parking and installation of two storey conservatory to rear. Condition: P1 - Approved Plans. Variation sought: amendment to design of rear extension.

  Refused Amendments Extension

• 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
• AT/2026/0267 Awaiting decision

  10 Ben Venue Close Torquay TQ1 1RX

  T1 - 1x Holm Oak (Quercus ilex) - Reduce the overall canopy of the tree as follows: ? Reduce the height of the tree by approximately 1.0 m, leaving a final overall height of 6.0 m. ? Reduce the radial crown spread by approximately 1.0 m, leaving a final radial spread of 4.0 m at all compass points. All works shall retain the tree?s main framework and natural form, maintaining a high proportion of the foliage-bearing structure. Individual pruning wounds shall not exceed 40 mm in diameter. T2 - 1x Beech Tree (Fagus sylvatica) - Reduce the overall canopy of the tree as follows: ? Reduce the height of the tree by approximately 1.5 m, leaving a final overall height of 6.0 m. ? Reduce the radial crown spread by approximately 1.5 m, leaving a final radial spread of 4.0 m at all compass points. All works shall retain the tree?s main framework and natural form, maintaining a high proportion of the foliage-bearing structure. Individual pruning wounds shall not exceed 40 mm in diameter. T3 - 1x Turkey Oak (Quercus cerris) - Reduce the overall canopy of the tree as follows: ? Reduce the height of the tree by approximately 1.0 m, leaving a final overall height of 6.0 m. ? Reduce the radial crown spread by approximately 1.0 m, leaving a final radial spread of 4.0 m at all compass points. All works shall retain the tree?s main framework and natural form, maintaining a high proportion of the foliage-bearing structure. Individual pruning wounds shall not exceed 40 mm in diameter. T4 - 1x Sycamore (Acer pseudoplatanus) - Reduce the overall canopy of the tree as follows: ? Reduce the height of the tree by approximately 1.0 m, leaving a final overall height of 6.0 m. ? Reduce the radial crown spread by approximately 1.0 m, leaving a final radial spread of 4.0 m at all compass points. All works shall retain the tree?s main framework and natural form, maintaining a high proportion of the foliage-bearing structure. Individual pruning wounds shall not exceed 40 mm in diameter. Pruning on

  Received 24 Sep, published by the council 2 Oct 2026 Trees