26 Walnut Road Torquay TQ2 6HS

1. 15 Mar 2023

   Received by Torbay

2. 9 May 2023

   Decision issued: Refusal

3. 17 Sep 2026

   Added to PlanIndex

Torbay refused this application for the reasons on the decision notice; only the applicant can appeal, and refused schemes often return in revised form. More in our guide to what happens after a planning decision.

Prior approval applies where permitted development rights already grant the principle of the work, leaving the council only the specific matters the rules name, commonly within 56 days. More in our guide to planning application types.

• Norton Lea Solsbro Road Torquay TQ2 6PF

  AT/2026/0169 Submitted 6 Jul 2026 46m away

  T001 - 1x Mature Holm Oak Reduce the height of 1x Primary stem by approximately 6.0 metres, leaving a final height of the stem at approximately 12 metres. Radial crown spread to remain un-affected 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. All final pruning cuts shall be made at suitable growth points in accordance with BS 3998:2010 Tree Work - Recommendations. Individual pruning wounds shall not exceed 100 mm in diameter & pruning cuts made at suitable growth points in accordance with BS 39982010 Tree Work - Recommendations. 1x Primary stem exhibiting a large tear at the union - Sectionally dismantle back to the first suitable primary union to reduce the risk of failure while retaining the remaining tree structure where practicable. Works are specified to reduce weight loading and sail area on the affected stem whilst retaining a balanced and structurally appropriate crown form. Area Tree Preservation Order & Conservation Area Justification The proposed works relate to 1x Mature Holm Oak (Quercus ilex) identified as T001. The tree forms a prominent landscape feature, and the proposed works have been carefully specified to retain the tree's overall amenity contribution, natural form, and long-term viability whilst addressing identified structural concerns within the crown structure. Arboricultural justification- One primary stem is exhibiting a significant tear and structural weakness at the union, increasing the likelihood of stem failure under continued wind loading and canopy weight. The proposed reduction and partial dismantling works are therefore considered necessary on arboricultural and safety grounds in order to reduce mechanical stress, weight loading, and sail area acting upon the affected stem which in turn will increase the likelihood of whole stem failure. The proposed works comprise the reduction in height of the affected primary

  Granted Trees

• 25 Walnut Road Torquay TQ2 6HP

  P/2021/0373 Submitted 8 Mar 2021 63m away

  Variation of condition relating to P/2018/0275. Condition 2 - Hours of Use. Amendment sought: Extension of opening hours by three hours (07:00-23:00 instead of 20:00 close).

  Granted Amendments Extension 11 docs

• The Cooperative 3 - 5 Walnut Road Torquay Devon TQ2 6HP

  P/2012/0478 Submitted 10 May 2012 72m away

  Application to vary the condition 3 (Delivery Time)(P2011/0507/PA)

  Granted Amendments 6 docs

• Norton Lea Solsbro Road Torquay TQ2 6PF

  AT/2024/0229 Submitted 29 Aug 2024 93m away

  T2, T3, T4, T5 - Crown raise to a height of 4m from ground level. G8 - Horse Chestnuts x 2 - To remove to ground level. G9 - remove Laburnum T6, T7 - Thin crown. Remove deadwood, minimal reduction 1m in places. G11 - 1 tree with major deadwood. Fell Tree. All boundary hedge - Shrubs to trim faces. Large Mimosa at front of property next to G11 to fell.

  Granted Trees 4 docs

• Orchard House Rousdown Road Torquay TQ2 6PD

  AT/2021/0243 Submitted 16 Jul 2021 112m away

  Repeated prune of overhanging branches back to original points

  Granted Trees 5 docs

• Millbank Solsbro Road Torquay TQ2 6PF

  P/2026/0139 Submitted 9 Mar 2026 117m away

  First floor extension on south west elevation (rear).

  Granted Householder Extension
  Domestic

• P/2026/0378 Granted

  Ground Floor 69 Belgrave Road Torquay TQ2 5HZ

  Change of use from commercial unit (Use Class E) to residential flat (Use Class C3) on ground floor.

  10 Jun 2026 Prior approval
• P/2026/0457 Awaiting decision

  Part 1st Floor 11 Palace Avenue Paignton TQ3 3EF

  Change of use from office space to dwellinghouse, including internal alterations.

  22 Jul 2026 Prior approval
• P/2026/0353 Granted

  Consented Telecommunications Site Walls Hill Road Car Park Walls Hill Road Babbacombe Torquay TQ1 3SX

  Installation of mast, antennas, dishes, cabinets and all ancillary development.

  1 Jun 2026 Prior approval
• P/2026/0220 Decided

  74 Laura Grove Paignton TQ3 2LN

  Construction of single-storey flat roof extension to rear, to include integrated roof light and patio doors.

  2 Apr 2026 Prior approval
• P/2026/0211 Granted

  40 Church Street Paignton TQ3 3AH

  Change of use from commercial premises (Use Class E) at ground and lower ground floor to one self-contained residential flat (Use Class C3).

  31 Mar 2026 Prior approval