Torbay planning applications

218 Kings Ash Road Paignton TQ3 3XL

G1 2x Horse chestnut and 1x common beech to be reduced in height by approx 50% to just above lateral branch above bird box (beech) and chestnut to be reduced to same height as beech tree to leave in uniform height. G1 1 x Common Beech: Pre pruning dimensions: H: 18m W: 5m Post Pruning dimensions: H: 9m W: 4m 2 x Horse Chestnuts: Taller tre: Pre pruning dimensions: H: 15m W: 4m Post Pruning dimensions: H: 9m W: 4m Smaller tree: Pre pruning dimensions: H: 12m W: 4m Post Pruning dimensions: H: 6m W: 4m Reasons: Beech tree has decay at the base, so the work is being done to reduce the wind resistance on the stem and manage as a monolith going forward. The two horse chestnuts have grown with poor form because of the beech trees dominance.

3 Quantocks Road Torquay TQ2 6UH

Formation of single storey side extension to replace existing garage. Widen dropped kerb and pavement crossover & formation of additional off street parking space. Erection of garden room in the rear garden for ancillary use with the host dwelling.

157 Southfield Avenue Paignton TQ3 1JX

Demolition of existing single garage and replacement with double garage.

74 Barton Hill Road Torquay TQ2 8JA

Formation of dropped kerb over existing access.

111 Shiphay Lane Torquay TQ2 7BX

Formation of single-storey front extension to replace existing conservatory & extension to garage.

51 Longmead Road Paignton TQ3 1AX

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125 New Road Brixham TQ5 8BY

Retention of former detached 'COVID-19 visitor meeting pod' in front garden area. Previously allowed via temporary approvals. The 'meeting pod' is pitched roof garden office/summer house style development. (Retrospective)

3 Luscombe Road Paignton TQ3 3TL

Hip-to-gable loft conversion with rear dormer to the rear. Construction of single storey extension to rear and detached single garage and creation of new access.

Parnassus Willoughby Road Torquay TQ1 1JX

Formation of rear dormer and hip to gable extension.

87 Davies Avenue Paignton TQ4 7AW

Formation of single-storey side extension, including removal of existing garage.

35 St Marys Park Paignton TQ4 7DA

Construction of flat roof extension to front of property with parapet to form storage unit.

Mead View Churston Road Brixham TQ5 0HU

Remove existing rear dormer. Build new rear dormer.

Rowcroft Avenue Road Torquay TQ2 5LS

T1: Mature Holm Oak: Crown reduce the height and lateral spread by approximately 3 - 3.5 metres, pruning branch tips back to suitable secondary growth points to retain a natural crown outline. Works to achieve a balanced canopy with no more than one-third of foliage removed in accordance with BS 3998:2010. Tree is heavily leaning towards neighbouring property and the canopy is all weighted in the same direction due to it being a woodland edge tree. The requested works are to help reduce excessive shading within the garden area. The tree is very imposing from the property with its heavy lean towards property and growing from bank at its canopy spread.

Ropewalk Hill Brixham

Demolition of redundant and derelict standalone former public toilet block.

5 Haldon Road Torquay TQ1 2LY

T1 - Monterey cypress. dismantle/fell to ground level due to a section failing in recent storms leaving the remaining part of the tree with a split limb and very little live crown.

6 Sycamore Close Paignton TQ4 6HX

Demolition of existing garage and construction of replacement garage.

Flat 14 Oakridge Parkhill Road Torquay TQ1 2DX

T1 English Oak Quercus robur T1 is growing within close proximity of the building Oakridge Retirement apartments opposite flat 14. T1 has been reduced approx. 6 years ago the re growth has started to become heavily weighted. re growth from pruning cuts has a weaker branch union than natural growth. This is more likely to fail and requires maintenance in order to keep the tree safe. There is a busy footpath and car park below the tree as well as being approx. 2m from the building. I would like to reduce this tree to previous points 30% making cuts on vertical growth of up to 15cm and horizontal growth of up to 10cm. this is shown on pic 1 with a red line.

2 The Conifers Torquay TQ2 8NG

T001 - Oak - x2 lowest primary limbs East (over road) - To be removed back to the stem. The remaining lower crown to the East to be shaped accordingly (No more than 2m - All cuts to be at suitable pruning points). ///dots.plus.test T002 - Oak situated by school gates - Remove lowest primary limb to the West. Reduce x3 laterals by 3m to the West and North. ///gave.cable.juices

30 Sandringham Drive Paignton TQ3 1HY

Loft conversion to include rear dormer and an increase in ridge height, changes to fenestration and cladding.

Cotana Cottage Higher Erith Road Torquay TQ1 2NQ

T1 - Holm oak. Growing in an elevated position leaning toward road and footpath below. Heavy decay in base. Fell to ground. T2 - Oak growing from neighbouring garden. Leaning over clients garden. Hazard beam split in back stem, healing well and not seen as a significant point of weakness. Reduce entire crown by 1.5-2m. See annotated photo T3 - previously pollarded oak tree above driveway. Decay pocket in base of tree that extends below ground. Fell to ground.

Daintons Storage Yalberton Industrial Estate Alders Way Paignton TQ4 7QL

Demolition of two buildings and erection of 5-bay self service car wash structure and 8-bay EV car charging area.

64 Barcombe Heights Paignton TQ3 1PT

Construction of first-floor extension with gable-ended roof, including raised terraces, creation of on-site parking with permeable hardstanding and garage at the rear, landscaping, and associated works.

Hellinghay House Seaway Lane Torquay TQ2 6PW

Beech tree: To the rear of Hellinghay House behind garage and store. Any pruning to achieve crown reduction will be carried out as specified by BS3998 and will be as follows: 1). Reduce the tree from an existing height of 7.5 metres to a finished height of 6 metres. 2). Reduce crown extents from the current 3 metres to approximately 2.25 metres. This applies to the branches at all cardinal points. 3). Check for "crossed branches" dead branches, disease and rot.

Northgate Higher Warberry Road Torquay TQ1 1SF

T2 - 1x Silver birch (Betula pendula) - Sectionally dismantle, fell, and remove to ground level, employing appropriate lowering and rigging techniques to safely control the descent of each section in accordance with industry best practice. T3 - Copper beech (Fagus sylvatica purpurea) - Reduce the radial crown spread on the eastern aspect of the canopy that is growing towards the property only by removing approximately 2.50 metres from branch tips, leaving a final radial spread of 7.0 metres at all compass points. Site: Northgate, Higher Warberry Road, Torquay, TQ1 1SF TPO: Area Tree Preservation Order - 1973.013 - Lydwell Area, Torquay T2 - Silver Birch (Betula pendula) The Silver Birch is located in close proximity to the dwelling and rear garden area. Due to its position, the tree now causes significant shading to the main habitable rooms and garden, resulting in reduced natural daylight and amenity value to the property. In addition, Silver Birch is a relatively short-lived, fast-growing species that is prone to progressive decline with age. Removal of T2 will: Significantly improve light levels into the property and garden area. Reduce the risk of future damage to the property from root activity and crown growth. Remove the need for repeated cyclical pruning works in close proximity to the dwelling. The client has confirmed they are happy to replant with a more suitable replacement species in an appropriate location, thereby maintaining long-term tree cover and local amenity value while achieving a more sustainable relationship between tree and property. T3 - Copper Beech (Fagus sylvatica Purpurea) The Copper Beech is a prominent specimen tree situated close to the property boundary, with the eastern sector of the crown extending directly towards the dwelling. An arboricultural risk assessment has been undertaken using the QTRA (Quantified Tree Risk Assessment) methodology. The proposed works are limited to a selective radial crown red

105 Laura Grove Paignton TQ3 2LH

Construction of single storey rear extension and enlargement of patio to rear

28 Durham Close Paignton TQ3 2QN

T001: Sweet chestnut(Castanea sativa) - Sectional dismantle and fell using various rigging techniques. All arising material shall be removed from site and returned to our premises for recycling. Justification, please see attached QTRA for justification of works.

7 Loxbury Road Torquay TQ2 6RS

T6 Cypress - Fell close to ground level T7 Cypress - Fell close to ground level

22 Grosvenor Close Torquay TQ2 7LB

Loft Conversion to include rooflights and installation of window at rear.

52 Edenvale Road Paignton TQ3 2JH

Variation of Condition relating to application P/2025/0404: Alterations and extensions, including hip to gable and rear dormer extension and a single-storey side extension. Condition: P1 - Approved Plans. Variation sought: Increase in roof ridge height and height of the dormer north east elevation.

51 Longmead Road Paignton TQ3 1AX

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The Palms Lower Warberry Road Torquay TQ1 1TS

T1 and T2 Lawson's Cypress trees fell. Loss of lateral support to trees after the retaining wall failed, demonstrating ongoing site instability. Trees are not visible to the public.

44 Fore Street Torquay TQ1 4LX

Non-material amendment relating to P/2024/0432. Amendments sought: modification of rear dormer to create inset dormer, removal of 2no. chimney stacks to rear and removal of 3no. windows to side.

44 Fore Street Torquay TQ1 4LX

Variation of condition in relation to P/2024/0432 (Extension and reconfiguration of mixed-use residential-commercial building to six apartments. Existing commercial space to be retained.): Condition 04 - Joinery. Variation sought: Installation of heritage-style uPVC windows.

Upton Rectory Furzehill Road Torquay TQ1 3JG

T1 Apple (height: 3m, canopy radius: 1.5m, DBH: 40cm, no of stems: 1) Remove close to ground level and treat stumps with herbicide to inhibit regrowth. H2 Cypress (height: 3.5m) Remove stems within 6m of area of damage. T6 Holm Oak (height: 2.2m, canopy radius: 1m, DBH: 42cm, no of stems: 1) Remove close to ground level and treat stump with herbicide to inhibit regrowth.

10 Ben Venue Close Torquay TQ1 1RX

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

Cromdale 8 Mead Road Torquay TQ2 6TE

Non-Material Amendment to P/2025/0079. Amendments sought: Change from a pitch roof to a flat roof with a front facing parapet.

14 Purbeck Avenue Torquay TQ2 6UL

Proposed single storey side (W) and rear (S) gabled extensions and changes to fenestration.

Lanscombe Lodge Cottage Cockington Lane Torquay TQ2 6XA

T001 - Horse Chestnut - Prominent specimen with high amenity value; crown raised and reduced with large diameter pruning wounds of varying age; old pruning/tear out wounds x2 at SE and W, 3-5m with peripheral ribs of reaction wood, however the extent of coalesced decay is likely significant in such non-durable wood; strong growth response to previous crown reduction works indicates vitality overall for a tree of the species and age class is good; decay and dysfunction at old pruning wound sites throughout crown; anticipated mode of failure is the central leading stem or lateral primary limbs where decay is established at 3-5m, onto Cockington Lane - Crown reduction to previous pruning points, approximately 14m.

23 Daison Crescent Torquay TQ1 4LJ

Construction of single storey rear extension to include, roof lanterns, obscure privacy screen, fencing and external steps.

339 Babbacombe Road Torquay TQ1 3TB

T1 & T2 - Ash: Fell to near ground level. The trees are showing symptoms consistent with Ash Dieback, including reduced leaf coverage during the summer months and the presence of deadwood within the crown. The condition is expected to progressively decline as a result of the disease, with recovery considered unlikely. T3 - Mimosa: Fell to near ground level. The tree is exhibiting heavy dieback throughout the crown and poor leaf coverage, indicating significant decline and limited potential for recovery. It is proposed that the removals be mitigated by replacement planting with appropriate tree species, either on site or within the immediate vicinity, to maintain long-term tree cover and visual amenity. Details of species, size, and planting location can be agreed with the Local Planning Authority. Note: T1 and T2 is under shared ownership of the applicant and their neighbours, Georgian Court, and located on the Georgian Court side of the boundary. T3 is located in the garden of 339 Babbacombe Road.

Greenhaze 25 Warborough Road Brixham TQ5 0JY

Requesting cyclical permission to re-pollard T1 Lime and G1 group of 12 Holme Oaks. Prior to having TPO's placed on them recently, these trees have been historically managed by pollarding, which kept them healthy and safe while encouraging new growth from the existing pollard points. Requesting cyclical permission to re-reduce G2 Field Maples - again these have been historically managed in this way to maintain the condition of the trees. Requesting cyclical permission to re-reduce T2 Sycamore - this has also been historically managed in this way to maintain its condition. Fell T3 and T4 due to dieback in the crown. These Pines are in close proximity to high value/risk targets in terms of property and public footpaths.

31 Manscombe Road Torquay TQ2 6ST

Non Material Amendment to P/2025/0156. Amendments sought: Minor amendment to rear elevation to retain existing extension and plant room area.

Wilnecote Lodge Furzehill Road Torquay TQ1 3JG

T007 - Tag 0048 - Turkey Oak - Reduce crown height of tree by 2-3m; reduce south aspect of crown over Ash Hill Road by approx. 2m, to suitable subsidiary growth points. Client ref. 009; previous pruning to remove large diameter primary limbs over Ash Hill Road with 4 wounds noted, exposed dysfunctional sapwood; likely increased internal stress and potential crack formation in primary limb at 8m, south aspect as indicated by rapid rib formation; failure of this limb informs risk assessment, likely onto parked vehicle.

2 Cumbernauld Higher Erith Road Torquay TQ1 2NQ

Replacement of 2 single glazed timber sash windows with double glazed UPVC windows.

21 Welsury Road Torquay TQ2 7FW

Installation of air source heat pump to east (side) elevation of dwelling.

Railway Corridor (Edginswell Railway Station) Off Newton Road Torquay TQ2 7AH

Non-material amendment to P/2023/0708. Amendments sought: Wording amendments to condition 07 (Tree Protection) and condition 21 (Biodiversity).

15 Wayside Brixham TQ5 8PY

Change of use from non commercial equestrian use to commercial leisure use for 2 shepherd huts.

The Derwent Hotel 22 - 42 Belgrave Road Torquay TQ2 5HS

New service link between the TLH Derwent and Victoria Hotels with landscaping improvements to historic entrance court.

Land At Melville Street Torquay TQ2 5SS

Erection of 3 x two bed terraced dwellings with garage & storage areas.

Flat 2 Elmsleigh Court Elmsleigh Road Paignton TQ4 5AB

Prunus T1 - fell because the tree's canopy fails to contribute to the visual amenities that enhance the character and setting of the Conservation Area. A healthy and well-structured canopy is essential for maintaining the aesthetic and ecological value of such areas, providing shade, habitat for wildlife, and visual cohesion with the surrounding landscape. The canopy has been progressively over-reduced, leading to poor form and limited regrowth potential. The rooting area is confined by surrounding hard surfaces/structures, reducing stability and vigour.