4 Ben Venue Close Torquay TQ1 1RX

1. 23 Oct 2025

   Received by Torbay

2. 7 Nov 2025

   Validated

   Checked as complete and ready for consideration.

3. 15 Jan 2026

   Decision issued: Approval

4. 12 Aug 2026

   Added to PlanIndex

• Buildingcontrol: 26.01204 (Building Work Started)

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• 2 Ben Venue Close Torquay TQ1 1RX

  AT/2026/0235 Submitted 1 Sep 2026 50 yards away

  80% historically approved · decision due ~29 Oct

  T001 - Horse chestnut (Aesculus hippocastanum): Reduce the crown by up to 2 m in height and up to 2 m radially, to leave an approximate post-work crown radius of 5.5 m and an approximate overall crown spread of 11 m. Retain a balanced crown form and undertake all pruning to suitable growth points in accordance with BS 3998:2010. T002 - Sycamore (Acer pseudoplatanus): Reduce the crown height by up to 2 m, retaining the existing approximate radial crown spread of 7 m and approximate overall crown spread of 14 m. Minor lateral balancing cuts may be undertaken only where necessary to achieve a balanced and proportionate crown form. Undertake all pruning to suitable growth points in accordance with BS 3998:2010. The works are being undertaken as part of informed, proportionate crown management in line with the survey recommendations to manage canopies that have been previously reduced. Details contained within the attached schedules and report.

  Awaiting decision Trees

• 8 Ben Venue Close Torquay TQ1 1RX

  AT/2026/0269 Submitted 25 Sep 2026 50 yards away

  80% historically approved · decision due ~24 Nov

  T1 - Western Red Cedar Proposed works: Fell Reason for works T1 is an established Western red cedar growing in exceptionally close proximity to an existing stone boundary wall. Photographic evidence indicates that the lower stem is in direct contact with the masonry, creating a physical conflict between the tree and the structure. Continued radial growth of the stem could exert further pressure on the wall, resulting in progressive displacement and deterioration of the masonry. The close relationship between the stem and the wall also restricts access for inspection, maintenance and necessary repairs. The tree's position presents a long-term management conflict. Crown reduction would not resolve the fundamental issue at the base of the tree, as it would not prevent continued radial stem growth. Felling is recommended as a permanent way to resolve the physical conflict between the tree and the boundary wall, prevent further interference from stem growth, and facilitate any necessary structural repairs. This recommendation is based primarily on the tree's unsuitable position relative to the existing structure and the limited practical options for a sustainable long-term solution. Based on its apparent size and maturity, it is possible that the tree was planted after the original Tree Preservation Order (TPO) was established.

  Awaiting decision Trees
  Small domestic

• 10 Ben Venue Close Torquay TQ1 1RX

  AT/2026/0267 Submitted 24 Sep 2026 50 yards away

  80% historically approved · decision due ~24 Nov

  T1 - 1x Holm Oak (Quercus ilex) - Reduce the overall canopy of the tree as follows: ? Reduce the height of the tree by approximately 1.0 m, leaving a final overall height of 6.0 m. ? Reduce the radial crown spread by approximately 1.0 m, leaving a final radial spread of 4.0 m 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. Individual pruning wounds shall not exceed 40 mm in diameter. T2 - 1x Beech Tree (Fagus sylvatica) - Reduce the overall canopy of the tree as follows: ? Reduce the height of the tree by approximately 1.5 m, leaving a final overall height of 6.0 m. ? Reduce the radial crown spread by approximately 1.5 m, leaving a final radial spread of 4.0 m 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. Individual pruning wounds shall not exceed 40 mm in diameter. T3 - 1x Turkey Oak (Quercus cerris) - Reduce the overall canopy of the tree as follows: ? Reduce the height of the tree by approximately 1.0 m, leaving a final overall height of 6.0 m. ? Reduce the radial crown spread by approximately 1.0 m, leaving a final radial spread of 4.0 m 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. Individual pruning wounds shall not exceed 40 mm in diameter. T4 - 1x Sycamore (Acer pseudoplatanus) - Reduce the overall canopy of the tree as follows: ? Reduce the height of the tree by approximately 1.0 m, leaving a final overall height of 6.0 m. ? Reduce the radial crown spread by approximately 1.0 m, leaving a final radial spread of 4.0 m 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. Individual pruning wounds shall not exceed 40 mm in diameter. Pruning on

  Awaiting decision Trees

• 2 Ben Venue Close Torquay TQ1 1RX

  AT/2026/0263 Submitted 22 Sep 2026 50 yards away

  80% historically approved · decision due ~24 Nov

  The Copper Beech (T1 on plan and in Report) stands on the boundary between no's 2 & 3, Ben Venue Close, Wellswood, Torquay, TQ1 1RX. It is the only tree on this, the northern side of Ben Venue Close, and is clearly visible on entering the close from Middle Warberry Road. it has major basal decay, and clear evidence of ongoing infection by Honey-Fungus (Armillaria mellea Agg.) It has 2 dwellings and an historic listed structure - the garden pavilion, listed as grade II as a listed structure, as its targets. The tree is to be sectionally dismantled and removed.

  Awaiting decision Trees
  Several homes

• 8 Ben Venue Close Torquay TQ1 1RX

  AT/2026/0265 Submitted 23 Sep 2026 50 yards away

  80% historically approved · decision due ~18 Nov

  Fell T1 Mature Beech as close to ground level as practicable, subject to appropriate working methods and site constraints.

  Awaiting decision Trees

• 10 Ben Venue Close Torquay TQ1 1RX

  P/2026/0061 Submitted 2 Feb 2026 50 yards away

  Replacement of tarmac driveway with resin bound non-slip surface.

  Granted Householder
  Domestic

• P/2026/0478 Granted

  First Floor Flat 8 Churchway Torquay TQ1 3NS

  Proposed loft conversion with dormer to rear and rooflight to the front.

  Received 3 Aug, published by the council 23 Aug 2026 Full applications
• P/2026/0342 Granted

  Unit D Westfield Business Park Long Road Paignton TQ4 7AU

  Replacement of window with fire door and glazed side panels and replacement doors. Removal of four parking spaces to install ramp access to fire doors and relocation of bike store.

  Received 27 May, published by the council 1 Aug 2026 Full applications
• P/2026/0374 Granted

  13 Greenover Road Brixham TQ5 9LY

  Construction of office/laundry extension.

  Received 10 Jun, published by the council 23 Aug 2026 Full applications
• P/2026/0489 Granted

  127B Reddenhill Road Torquay TQ1 3NY

  Change of use from tattoo studio to dog grooming salon.

  Received 4 Aug, published by the council 16 Aug 2026 Full applications
• P/2026/0286 Refused

  3 The Strand Torquay TQ1 2AA

  Change of use of premises from Class E to a mixed use of Class E and hot food takeaway (Sui Generis) and retention of extractor flue and shop front (see adjoining application P/2026/0287). Retrospective.

  Received 30 Apr, published by the council 1 Aug 2026 Full applications