P/2026/0288

1. 1 May 2026

   Received by Torbay

2. 24 Jul 2026

   Validated

   Checked as complete and ready for consideration.

3. 1 Aug 2026

   Added to PlanIndex

4. Decision

   Awaiting decision

   The statutory target is eight weeks for most applications and thirteen for major development. Extensions of time are common.

This application is with Torbay for determination. The council publicises it, consults neighbours and technical bodies where required, and weighs the responses against local and national planning policy.

The statutory target is eight weeks for most applications and thirteen for major development, though extensions of time are common. Comments carry most weight while the case is undecided, so check the council portal for the deadline if you want to respond.

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.

More on householder applications in our guide

• AT/2026/0173 Awaiting decision

  1 Happaway Road Torquay TQ2 8ED

  Leyland cypress T1 - Single stem. Located directly against and partially within the fabric of an old stone boundary wall on the south side of the property. Description of works: Fell the tree to as near ground level as practicable. Remove arisings from site. Stump to be left in situ initially to avoid destabilising the wall; further removal only once wall stability is assessed. Reasons for works: The tree has grown in direct contact with, and is now structurally integrated into, the boundary wall. Progressive radial expansion of the stem and buttress roots is causing displacement of masonry, loss of mortar, and localised distortion of the wall. If retained, continued growth will exacerbate structural damage and increase the likelihood of partial wall failure. The tree?s position immediately adjacent to the building restricts safe long-term management and prevents proportionate pruning options. Due to species characteristics (fast growth, large ultimate size, high sail area), cyclical pruning would not resolve the underlying structural conflict with the wall. Felling is therefore required to prevent further damage to the wall and to maintain the safety of the adjacent property and public access.

  15 Jul 2026 287m away Trees
• P/2021/0598 Granted

  300 Teignmouth Road Torquay TQ1 4RW

  Replacement decking to rear garden. (Retrospective application).

  26 Apr 2021 319m away Householder
• AT/2026/0127 Refused

  271 Teignmouth Road Torquay TQ1 4RT

  T1 Ash - fell

  13 May 2026 481m away Trees

• P/2026/0139 Granted

  Millbank Solsbro Road Torquay TQ2 6PF

  First floor extension on south west elevation (rear).

  9 Mar 2026 Householder
• 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.

  14 May 2026 Householder
• 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.

  23 Mar 2026 Householder
• P/2026/0176 Granted

  3 Ferrers Green Brixham TQ5 0LF

  Construction of extension to rear with decking area and creation of porch to front.

  20 Mar 2026 Householder
• P/2026/0010 Granted

  Swincliffe Gabwell Hill Torquay TQ1 4TW

  Formation of single-storey side extension to create annexe.

  8 Jan 2026 Householder