P/2026/0354

1. 1 Jun 2026

   Received by Torbay

2. 1 Aug 2026

   Added to PlanIndex

3. 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.

Prior approval applications arise where permitted development rights already grant the principle of the work, such as larger home extensions, changes of use to housing or agricultural buildings. The council may only consider the specific matters set out in the rules, for example transport, flooding or appearance, and in many classes the work may proceed if the council does not respond within the deadline, commonly 56 days.

More on prior approval applications in our guide

• P/2023/0020 Granted

  49 Rea Barn Road Brixham TQ5 9ED

  Formation of single storey extension to front to form new porch. Removal of section of existing boundary wall with new drop curb & pavement crossover to form additional parking space.

  10 Jan 2023 104m away Householder
• AT/2026/0101 Granted

  5 Douglas Avenue Brixham TQ5 9EL

  Please refer to plan no: 2015.001 - T4 Maple tree for position reference + identification information We wish to request permission for a professional tree surgeon to create a light crown lift of approx 2 metres removing a small number of secondary branches to maintain a balanced canopy + ground level clearance + selectively reduce lateral spread by no more than 1 metre to retain existing framework whilst reducing footpath overhang + promoting trees' existing form. The intention is to retain trees' natural character + encourage new healthy growth.

  9 Apr 2026 245m away Trees
• P/2026/0406 Awaiting decision

  Coast Path Cottage Riviera Bay Holiday Village Mudstone Lane Brixham TQ5 9EJ

  Alterations and improvements to include installation of timber cladding, velux windows and solar panels, raising of roofline by 300mm and construction of balcony to side and porch to front.

  29 Jun 2026 272m away Full applications
• P/2021/0380 Granted

  24 Higher Ranscombe Road Brixham TQ5 9HF

  Formation of two storey side extension & single storey extension to rear with pitched roof. Alterations to front vehicular & pedestrian access.

  31 Mar 2021 330m away Householder
• P/2025/0460 Awaiting decision

  St John House Penn Meadows Brixham TQ5 9PW

  Formation of secure industrial building, including staff facilities. Formation of new vehicle entrance to site.

  18 Jul 2025 360m away Full applications

• P/2026/0378 Granted

  Ground Floor 69 Belgrave Road Torquay TQ2 5HZ

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

  10 Jun 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
• P/2026/0171 Granted

  242 Union Street Torquay TQ2 5QU

  Change of use of commercial building (Class E) into 2 flats (Class C3).

  19 Mar 2026 Prior approval