Planning application
P/2021/0244
Orchard Cottage Daddyhole Road Torquay TQ1 2ED
Proposal
Replace bay window with three bi-fold door glazed extension (Retrospective).
As published by the council, reference P/2021/0244
Timeline
Dates from the published record
-
1 Mar 2021
Received by Torbay
-
29 Apr 2021
Validated
Checked as complete and ready for consideration.
-
23 Jul 2021
Decision issued: Approval
-
1 Aug 2026
Added to PlanIndex
What a grant of permission means
The process from here
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.
About householder applications
How this application type works
Householder applications cover work to an existing house and its garden: extensions, loft and garage conversions, porches, outbuildings and similar alterations within the boundary of the home. They cannot be used to create a separate dwelling or change what the building is used for. Councils aim to decide them within eight weeks, and immediate neighbours are usually notified and given a chance to comment.
Nearby applications
Within 500 metres
-
AT/2023/0005 Refused
Wayside Cottage Daddyhole Road Torquay TQ1 2ED
Fell beech tree (T1). Located in in Wayside Cottage garden in front of the garage and close to the Pavement of Daddyhole road. The beech tree has a large growth of Fomes Fomentarius on the trunk. Fomes Fomentarius causes wood to rot and become spongy which culminates in the death of the host. Due to the size and location of the tree this instability is a considerable risk to the surrounding area. During the recent months a number of branches have fallen from the tree indicating that the tree is slowly dying, some of these have landed on parked cars, on my garage and one only just missing a pedestrian. The tree has become is oversized for the raised area it is growing on and as if dies it is becoming more likely that the entire tree will fall, creating a substantial danger to life and property. The Beech Tree is growing on a very small raised area held up by a crumbling wall, so the base of the tree does not have a very substantial platform, should the tree fall it is close enough to damage 3 neighbouring properties and my property especially my garage, parked cars or cars driving along Daddyhole Road, which is a busy road, also pedestrians as it is a busy area for pedestrians especially dog walkers heading to Daddyhole Plain. This tree is also less then 3 metres from another tree of equal size which currently is not infected by this fungus but due to the fact that this fungus release spores it could easily become infected and then also pose danger to life and property. The felling of the diseased tree would provide more space for the other Beech tree and help safeguard the other tree from becoming infected. Due to the proximity of property, the road and the neighbouring Beech tree and the fact it is on a raised wall, it would be advantageous not to plant a tree in its place. Not planting a tree would benefit the other Beech tree. The tree is approximately 7 to 8 metres this is a rough approximation as I have no way of measuring it. I have a sketc
-
P/2026/0185 Granted
19 Collingwood Close Torquay TQ1 2DN
External changes to the existing front porch and balcony balustrading and replacement windows/doors on the all elevations and additional opening on the side (SE) elevation.
-
P/2026/0272 Granted
Portland House Rock End Avenue Torquay TQ1 2DR
Non-material amendment relating to P/2026/0025. Amendments sought: relocation of kitchen, replacement of windows and patio doors for bi-folding doors to rear, widening of path, relocation of front door and installation of curved retaining wall.
-
AT/2026/0154 Awaiting decision
Meadfoot Lodge Meadfoot Sea Road Torquay TQ1 2LG
TPO Application Summary Meadfoot Lodge, Meadfoot Sea Road, Torquay Proposed Tree Works Summary This application seeks consent to undertake essential arboricultural works identified during a Quantified Tree Risk Assessment undertaken at Meadfoot Lodge, Meadfoot Sea Road, Torquay. The proposed works are necessary to mitigate foreseeable risks arising from structural defects, decay and branch failure potential whilst retaining the long-term amenity value of the trees wherever practicable. T001 Holm Oak (Quercus ilex) Current crown radius: 14m (approximate crown spread 28m). The tree exhibits Ganoderma-associated basal dysfunction and extended lateral growth. It is proposed to reduce the extended lateral limbs by approximately 2-3m, resulting in a post-pruning crown radius of approximately 11-12m (crown spread 22-24m), together with the removal of deadwood. These works will reduce end-weight loading and improve structural stability whilst retaining the tree's significant landscape contribution. T002 - Monterey Cypress (Cupressus macrocarpa Current crown radius: 8m (approximate crown spread 16m). The tree contains a structurally weak co-dominant stem with included bark overhanging the adjacent highway. Consent is sought to remove the defective stem only. The retained stem will continue to provide screening and amenity value, with the overall crown spread reduced proportionately following removal of the defective leader. T003 - Please accept this as the revised specification: Selectively reduce the crown by 1-2 metres to leave a radial spread of approximately 8 metres, pruning to suitable growth points to retain a natural, balanced and symmetrical crown while maintaining the tree's natural character. T004 - The tree survey identifies an included union within the main stem of the tree. This is the defect referred to in the survey, and the recommended works relate to managing the associated risk.
-
AT/2026/0188 Awaiting decision
Meadwood St Marks Road Torquay TQ1 2EH
T1 - Mimosa (Acacia dealbata) - Post mature Mimosa, situated to the front of the property - In a state of decline with basal decay and fruiting bodies - Historic poor pruning has resulted in failure of 50 % of the crown in recent storms. To be felled with the stump ground a minimum of 300mm below immediate ground level. Replacement - Supply and plant x1 Acacia dealbata (mimosa) 6-8cm coco/cont as an entrance feature tree.
-
AT/2024/0231 Granted
Singleton Manor Singleton Higher Woodfield Road Torquay TQ1 2LE
G11 (nearest to T10) - Monterey Pine overhanging land by 6mtrs at Singleton Gardens which is next door to Singleton Manor. Its the Lowest hanging branch which needs trimming. Branch is approx. 15ft high from floor level. Branches above this have been trimmed as well as the branches below approx. 5/6 branches. See photos. Branch is approx. 3mtrs from tree trunk to wall at Singleton Gardens and overhanging by approx. 6mtrs into Singleton Gardens.
Other householder applications
In Torbay
-
P/2026/0139 Granted
Millbank Solsbro Road Torquay TQ2 6PF
First floor extension on south west elevation (rear).
-
P/2026/0333 Refused
71 Penwill Way Paignton TQ4 5JQ
Installation of first floor terrace/balcony to rear of dwelling, including glass balustrading and privacy screening.
-
P/2026/0184 Granted
7 Quinta Close Torquay TQ1 3RW
Two storey side extension, rear single storey extension, alterations to existing patio and associated works.
-
P/2026/0176 Granted
3 Ferrers Green Brixham TQ5 0LF
Construction of extension to rear with decking area and creation of porch to front.
-
P/2026/0010 Granted
Swincliffe Gabwell Hill Torquay TQ1 4TW
Formation of single-storey side extension to create annexe.