31 Babbacombe Road Torquay TQ1 3SB

1. 13 Jul 2026

   Received by Torbay

2. 24 Aug 2026

   Validated

   Checked as complete and ready for consideration.

3. 2 Sep 2026

   Added to PlanIndex

4. Decision

   Awaiting decision

   Decision expected by 19 October 2026, 8 weeks from validation under the statutory target for most applications. Extensions of time are common and are agreed case by case.

   Torbay took a median of 61 days over the applications it decided in the last year.

This application is with Torbay for determination, against a statutory target of eight weeks. Over the last year Torbay decided advertisement consent applications in a median of 83 days. More in our guide to how long planning decisions take.

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• 8 Furrough Cross Torquay TQ1 3SE

  P/2021/0597 Submitted 23 Apr 2021 50 yards away

  Formation of first floor extension to rear over existing flat roof.

  Refused Householder Extension 14 docs
  Domestic

• 13 The Old Town Hall Babbacombe Road Torquay TQ1 3JR

  P/2026/0528 Submitted 20 Aug 2026 100 yards away

  82% historically approved · decision due ~9 Nov

  Replacement of second floor window (retrospective).

  Awaiting decision Heritage and listed buildings Windows or glazing

• The Old Town Hall Babbacombe Road Torquay TQ1 3JR

  P/2025/0752 Submitted 26 Nov 2025 100 yards away

  Isolated damp proofing behind existing dry linings internally. Lead weathering to isolated pediments to prevent water penetration. Roof repairs. Velux replacement where existing is leaking.

  Withdrawn Heritage and listed buildings Loft or dormer

• 2-4 Fore Street St Marychurch Torquay TQ1 4NE

  P/2024/0586 Submitted 28 Aug 2024 100 yards away

  Change of use of premises in Use Class E to 3 dwellings in Use Class C3.

  Refused Prior approval 23 docs
  Several homes

• 4 Fore Street Torquay TQ1 4NE

  P/2021/0459 Submitted 16 Apr 2021 150 yards away

  Formation of first floor extension & alterations to existing rear extension to form Cottage with associated parking. Demolition of existing single storey extension & removal external steps to rear.

  Granted Full applications Extension Demolition 15 docs
  Small domestic

• Highways Land Babbacombe Road Torquay TQ1 3LE

  P/2023/0108 Submitted 1 Feb 2023 150 yards away

  Installation of 20m pole inc antennas, ground based apparatus and ancillary development.

  Refused Prior approval 36 docs

• P/2026/0470 Granted

  59 Totnes Road Paignton TQ3 3RE

  Illuminated signage to replace existing, including 2 x emblems, 2 x brand lettering, 1 x dealership name lettering and 1 x totem.

  Received 28 Jul, published by the council 5 Aug 2026 Advertising
• P/2026/0530 Awaiting decision

  Marsh Toyota 59 Totnes Road Paignton TQ3 3RE

  Illuminated and non-illuminated signage, including 1 x pylon sign, 2 x fascia signs & 1 x welcome sign.

  Received 21 Aug, published by the council 26 Aug 2026 Advertising
• P/2026/0125 Granted

  Harbour Light Restaurant North Quay Roundham Road Paignton TQ4 6DU

  Illuminated and non-illuminated replacement signage & external lighting.

  Received 2 Mar, published by the council 1 Aug 2026 Advertising
• P/2026/0450 Awaiting decision

  70 Windsor Road Torquay TQ1 1SZ

  Installation of four signs, including illuminated and non-illuminated signboard.

  Received 20 Jul, published by the council 5 Aug 2026 Advertising
• P/2026/0287 Granted

  3 The Strand Torquay TQ1 2AA

  Consent for illuminated fascia sign and illuminated projecting hanging sign (see adjoining application P/2026/0286).

  Received 30 Apr, published by the council 1 Aug 2026 Advertising