Proposal
Reversion of two cottages adjoining visitor centre back to residential use. Replacement of uPVC glazing with timber windows. Removal of timber cladding on front elevation.
As published by the council, reference P/2021/0272
Timeline
Dates from the published record
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8 Mar 2021
Received by Torbay
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20 Jul 2021
Decision issued: Approval
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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 full applications applications
How this application type works
A full application seeks permission for a complete, detailed proposal in one go: siting, design, access and landscaping are all fixed at this stage. It is the standard route for new buildings, conversions and changes of use. The statutory target is eight weeks for smaller schemes and thirteen weeks for major development, though complex cases often take longer by agreement.
Nearby applications
Within 500 metres
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AT/2023/0002 Granted
Kents Cavern Ltd Ilsham Road Torquay TQ1 2JF
See tree report.
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AT/2023/0010 Refused
97 Ilsham Road Torquay TQ1 2JD
Norway Spruce - See accompanying document
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AT/2026/0123 Refused
Greenacres Asheldon Road Torquay TQ1 2QS
T579 Monterey Cypress Fell and retain as a 2m monolith Short term
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P/2025/0671 Awaiting decision
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Outline application for demolition of building and replacement with 8no. apartments.
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P/2024/0539 Granted
Arbour House Ilsham Marine Drive Torquay TQ1 2PN
Variation of Condition relating to application P/2023/1020: Alterations and reconstruction of the northwest extension, change of external materials, removal of chimney and changes to fenestration. Condition: P1 - Approved Plans. Variation sought: minor design variations.
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AT/2023/0007 Refused
Magnolias Ilsham Marine Drive Torquay TQ1 2PN
Monterey Cypress (Cupressus macrocarpa) (T1) - Fell, height: 20m, Crown spread N:5m, S:3m, E:6m, W:4m The primary concern regarding the tree is its safety when considering its proximity to the property (6m). The tree is inclined towards the building and is growing in a dominant elevated position atop a bank in an area susceptible to high winds. If the tree should fail, it would strike the dwelling. The loading and weight is biased towards the property with the crown of the tree extending towards the accommodation. The height of the tree can be considered oppressive and has an impact on the owners ability to enjoy the safe use of their accommodation. The tree is interefing with the property owner's amenity and enjoyment of their property and creating a private nuisance due to: - Stress caused during periods of high winds (property owner is avoiding using rooms that are closest to the tree) - A significant obstruction of natural light In order to fully abate these concerns we would request to remove the tree and replace with a smaller tree appropriate for the space and location. See tree report for further assessment.
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