19 Luscombe Close Paignton Torbay TQ3 3GQ

1. 24 Jul 2026

   Received by Torbay

2. 30 Jul 2026

   Validated

   Checked as complete and ready for consideration.

3. 1 Aug 2026

   Added to PlanIndex

4. Decision

   Awaiting decision

   Decision expected by 24 September 2026, 8 weeks from validation under the statutory target for most applications. Extensions of time are common and are agreed case by case.

   Torbay took a median of 61 days over the applications it decided in the last year.

This application is with Torbay for determination, against a statutory target of eight weeks. Over the last year Torbay decided tree works applications in a median of 49 days. More in our guide to how long planning decisions take.

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.

• Land Off Luscombe Road Paignton Torbay

  V/2021/0003 Submitted 2 Sep 2021 25m away

  Variation of Section 106 Agreement on application P/2014/0938. Amendment to affordable housing specification for wheelchair adapted units. Amendments: Provision of box for mail catching beneath letterbox. Provision of remote control openers for fire doors. Minimum dimension for bathroom 2700mm x 3500mm. Provision of minimum x 4 double electrical sockets to kitchen. Provision of plumbing for minimum x 4 standard sized white goods. Minimum space of 2.5 m cubed beneath worktop.

  Decided Conditions 8 docs

• 46 Luscombe Close Paignton Torbay TQ3 3GQ

  AT/2025/0362 Submitted 10 Dec 2025 32m away

  T1 Oak The existing crown spread is approximately 22m, with a maximum radial spread of 11m, we seek to reduce the radial spread on the east side over the garden of 50 Luscombe Close, by up to 1.5m with maximum pruning cuts of no more than 50mm, using reducing via thinning style of prunning, this will reduce the crown diameter by up to 1.5m in total, the radial spread on the east side of the garden of 50 luscombe close by 1.5m. Please see attached page 14 from QTRA from east Devon tree care The existing crown spread is approximately 22m, with a maximum radial spread of 11m, we seek to reduce the radial spread on the east side over the garden of 50 Luscombe Close, by up to 1.5m with maximum pruning cuts of no more than 50mm, using reducing via thinning style of prunning, this will reduce the crown diameter by up to 1.5m in total, the radial spread on the east side of the garden of 50 luscombe close by 1.5m.

  Granted Trees

• Pembroke House Trelissick Road Paignton TQ3 3GZ

  AT/2024/0312 Submitted 11 Nov 2024 93m away

  T1 - x 1 Sycamore Tree (overhanging the drying area & roof of Pembroke House) - Prune all overhanging branch growth hard back to main stems to achieve a minimum x3.0 metre clearance from building. T2 - x 1 Sycamore Tree (overhanging the drying area & roof of Pembroke House) - Prune all overhanging branch growth hard back to main stems to achieve a minimum x3.0 metre clearance from building. Both trees are in close proximity to the building. The proposed work recommendations are to reduce excessive shading into the property & garden area. Also to provide an adequate clearance from the property & property roof. The proposed works are remedial works & will not affect the overall amenity value of the trees.

  Granted Trees

• 220 Kings Ash Road Paignton TQ3 3XL

  AT/2022/0326 Submitted 30 Nov 2022 93m away

  G1 - Ash Group (4) located on the edge of the woodland - evidence of ash die back within canopy, fell to ground level. T2 - Ash located on the edge of the woodland - evidence of ash die back within canopy, fell to ground level.

  Granted Trees 4 docs

• 218 Kings Ash Road Paignton TQ3 3XL

  AT/2024/0255 Submitted 27 Sep 2024 94m away

  T1 Sycamore - Fell to ground, Water pipe imploded and damaged within root plate, tree and stump need removing to fix broken pipe. T2 Ash - To be felled, 90% declined, extensive canker to main stem T3 ash - Selective prune to achieve 1m clearance away from BT cables/pole

  Refused Trees 2 docs

• 218 Kings Ash Road Paignton TQ3 3XL

  AT/2026/0056 Submitted 16 Feb 2026 95m away

  G1 2x Horse chestnut and 1x common beech to be reduced in height by approx 50% to just above lateral branch above bird box (beech) and chestnut to be reduced to same height as beech tree to leave in uniform height. G1 1 x Common Beech: Pre pruning dimensions: H: 18m W: 5m Post Pruning dimensions: H: 9m W: 4m 2 x Horse Chestnuts: Taller tre: Pre pruning dimensions: H: 15m W: 4m Post Pruning dimensions: H: 9m W: 4m Smaller tree: Pre pruning dimensions: H: 12m W: 4m Post Pruning dimensions: H: 6m W: 4m Reasons: Beech tree has decay at the base, so the work is being done to reduce the wind resistance on the stem and manage as a monolith going forward. The two horse chestnuts have grown with poor form because of the beech trees dominance.

  Granted Trees

• AT/2026/0248 Decided

  Holtye Stitchill Road Torquay TQ1 1PZ

  5 Day Notice T1 - Dead pollarded Holm Oak (Quercus ilex) Sectionally dismantle, fell and remove dead tree, leaving the cut stump at a finished height of approximately 1.0 metre abou ground level.

  15 Sep 2026 Trees
• AT/2026/0245 Awaiting decision

  Flat 1 Kingsbridge Greenway Road Torquay TQ1 4NJ

  T001 - Mature Beech (Fagus sylvatica) Observations: Mature beech with a substantial fungal fruiting body present at the base of the stem, visually consistent with Ganoderma spp. Sounding of the lower stem with a sounding mallet produced a pronounced hollow response extending from the base to approximately 2 m above ground level on the road-facing side, indicating potentially significant internal dysfunction and decay within the lower main stem. The defect is located within the tree?s primary load-bearing region, where the main stem transfers crown loading into the root system. Decay or loss of sound wood in this area is therefore considered structurally significant. The full extent of internal decay and remaining residual wall thickness could not be quantified through ground-based inspection alone. The tree supports a large mature crown and is located immediately adjacent to a public highway, with pedestrians, moving and parked vehicles, and nearby residential properties within the potential failure zone. Recommendation: Dismantle T001 to near ground level. The recommendation is based on the presence of basal fungal decay, the pronounced hollow response extending approximately 2 m up the lower stem, and the location of the defect within the principal load-bearing region of the tree. These findings materially reduce confidence in the tree's long-term structural reliability. Although the tree provides significant local amenity value within the Conservation Area, this is considered outweighed by the extent and structural significance of the identified defects and the potential consequences of whole-tree or basal failure onto the adjacent highway and surrounding targets.

  10 Sep 2026 Trees
• AT/2026/0246 Awaiting decision

  Coniston Lodge Rowdens Road Torquay TQ2 5AZ

  Tree is Holm oak, see photos. Photo shows tree and then position in red dot to house Application is to thin the tree by 25 to 30 % (crown) and prune to clear overhead utility cables by 1 m . This work is required every couple of years to keep the tree healthy and so as not to interfere with cables to house.

  10 Sep 2026 Trees
• AT/2026/0242 Granted

  Upton Manor Orchard Upton Manor Road Brixham TQ5 9RB

  5 Day Notice Removal of large dead Spruce tree Removal of dead Cherry tree See Photos

  8 Sep 2026 Trees
• AT/2026/0214 Granted

  Alta Vista Higher Warberry Road Torquay TQ1 1SD

  Recent emergency approved felling of two older Lime trees in next door neighbour's garden precipitated a check on our own Lime Tree sic. Precautionary Work is requested on Trunk 2 of a large mature Lime Tree in south part of our property. Sketch Plan Lime Tree position refers . The Lime tree has 4 Trunks from ground level - numbering from left to right in provided Photo Lime Tree 1 of 4 Trunk 2. Photo Lime Tree 2 of 4 shows vis discoloration separation of Trunk 2 from Trunk 3. Separation >=12cm August 2026. No previous measurement. Photo Lime Tree 3 of 4 shows southern inclination of Trunk 2 and extended southern branch growth giving increasing weight leverage/imbalance. Photo Lime Tree 4 of 4 shows extent of recent years Beefsteak fungus at base of Trunk 2 - width c 25cms August 2026. Condition of Lime Tree discussed on site with Jamie, Trees in Need who has managed bi-annually maintenance on our trees for c 20 years. Fungal infection currently appears to be on Trunk 2 base but Trunk 2 is closely twinned with Trunk 3 at this level. Trunk 3 is however largely vertical and foliage more balanced and therefore less at longer term risk. So Imminent/emergency danger of Trunk 2 failure not likely but following precautionary action suggested Requested permission for following Action for Trunk 2. Remove all top growth c 6/7 meter level as show in Photo Lime Tree 3 where extended South lateral growth is prominent to provide a largely vertical Trunk with reduced weight /leverage . Continue to monitor Trunk 2 & 3 separation and Fungal growth.

  12 Aug 2026 Trees