9 Torbay Court Chelston Road Torquay TQ2 6PX

1. 21 Mar 2023

   Received by Torbay

2. 30 Mar 2023

   Validated

   Checked as complete and ready for consideration.

3. 9 May 2023

   Decision issued: Approval

4. 8 Sep 2026

   Added to PlanIndex

• Buildingcontrol: 23.03970 (Building Work Complete)

Torbay granted permission on 9 May 2023, 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.

Householder applications cover work to an existing house and its garden, such as extensions, lofts and outbuildings, and cannot create a separate dwelling or change what the building is used for. More in our guide to planning application types.

• Solsbro Court Solsbro Road Torquay TQ2 6PF

  AT/2023/0039 Submitted 9 Feb 2023 100 yards away

  Lawson Cypress -see plan Request complete removal.

  Refused Trees 10 docs

• Timbertops Seaway Lane Torquay TQ2 6PS

  AT/2026/0186 Submitted 22 Jul 2026 100 yards away

  Reason for Works The subject tree is a self-seeded, semi-mature Sycamore (Acer pseudoplatanus) of limited individual landscape and public amenity value. The tree has developed as a twin-stem specimen and has previously been reduced, resulting in a modified crown form. The tree is situated in close proximity to the dwelling and adjacent driveway, where continued growth is creating an increasing spatial relationship conflict with the property. The canopy extends over the driveway, resulting in regular accumulations of leaves, seeds and other organic debris. During periods of wet weather this contributes to a slippery surface requiring ongoing maintenance to maintain safe access to the property. The tree does not form part of a significant landscape feature, avenue or important visual group and is largely screened within the residential setting. Due to its self-seeded origin, previous management history and limited contribution to the wider character of the Conservation Area, its removal is not considered likely to result in a material loss of public amenity. Whilst cyclical pruning could temporarily reduce canopy spread, it would not resolve the underlying relationship with the dwelling or prevent the recurring accumulation of seasonal debris on the driveway. Continued pruning would also necessitate ongoing management of a species that responds vigorously to reduction. Removal is therefore considered to represent the most appropriate long-term management solution. To mitigate the loss of canopy cover, the applicant is willing to undertake replacement planting with a more suitable ornamental tree in an agreed location if considered appropriate by the Local Planning Authority.

  Refused Trees
  Domestic

• White Gables Seaway Lane Torquay TQ2 6PS

  P/2026/0356 Submitted 2 Jun 2026 100 yards away

  Formation of off-grid single-storey, two-bedroom, self-contained ancillary accommodation with solar panels. Installation of solar panels on host dwelling and resurfacing of existing gated site access off Seaway Lane with block paving.

  Granted Householder
  Small domestic

• The Manor House Apartments Seaway Lane Torquay TQ2 6PS

  P/2026/0469 Submitted 27 Jul 2026 100 yards away

  Installation of fixed line broadband apparatus.

  Decided Telecoms

• Protea Seaway Lane Torquay TQ2 6PW

  AT/2026/0157 Submitted 17 Jun 2026 100 yards away

  5 Day Notice Fell - Dangerous tree. Has sufferred significant structural deterioration following the failure and subsequent removel of a large scaffold limb. Inspection has revealed extensive decay and rot affecting the main stem and lower structure of the tree. The loss of the major limb has exposed a substantial wound through which decay organisms have become established. The presence of Kretzschmaria deusta (brittle cinder fungus) at the base of the tree, together with symptoms consistent with advanced root and butt decay. Due to the close proxmity to the public highway on Seaway Lane it presents an unacceptable danger to highway users, pedestrians and property.

  Granted Trees

• The Manor House Apartments Seaway Lane Torquay TQ2 6PS

  AT/2021/0300 Submitted 19 Aug 2021 100 yards away

  We will be undertaking deadwood removal on the Lime Tree in the car park of the above property, please consider this as an exemption and 5-day notice.

  Decided Trees 1 doc

• P/2026/0476 Granted

  75 North View Road Brixham TQ5 9TS

  Roof conversion with installation of rooflights to front and construction of a rear dormer.

  Received 30 Jul, published by the council 12 Aug 2026 Householder
• P/2026/0474 Granted

  50 Westhill Avenue Torquay TQ1 4LQ

  Installation of tiered patio, to replace existing raised patio to rear.

  Received 29 Jul, published by the council 23 Aug 2026 Householder
• P/2026/0585 Awaiting decision

  12 Barcombe Road Paignton TQ3 1PY

  Formation of first floor extension to front.

  Received 21 Sep, published by the council 2 Oct 2026 Householder
• P/2026/0586 Awaiting decision

  2 Helford Drive Paignton TQ4 7NJ

  Formation of single-storey side & rear extension with partial demolition of existing conservatory.

  Received 21 Sep, published by the council 2 Oct 2026 Householder
• P/2026/0441 Granted

  16 Sanders Road Brixham TQ5 8PL

  Demolition of existing conservatory, formation of single-storey side & rear extensions, raising flat roof sections by 200mm, installation of 2no. rooflights and construction of 2no. decked areas.

  Received 14 Jul, published by the council 1 Aug 2026 Householder