Torbay planning applications

Ground Floor 5 Madrepore Road Torquay TQ1 1EY

Internal reconfiguration and modifications to front windows of existing office block to create residential unit. [Site address corrected on 5/1/2026]

Paignton Zoo Car Park Paignton TQ4 7EU

Removal of existing 17.5m monopole and replacement with 20m monopole accommodating 9No antennas. Replacement of 3No equipment cabinets, with internal upgrade of an existing equipment cabinet and ancillary development thereto.

1 St Andrews Road Paignton TQ4 6HA

Certificate of lawfulness for proposed single storey extension to rear.

18 Danvers Road Torquay TQ2 8JB

Construction of single storey side extension.

Lower Lodge Cockington Lane Torquay TQ2 6XA

Conversion of garage to habitable room & replacement gates.

16 Crownhill Rise Torquay TQ2 5LR

Conversion of existing integral garage to habitable space, realigning ground floor wall, changes to fenestration and associated works.

High Banks Teignmouth Road Torquay TQ1 4TP

Certificate of lawfulness to confirm that the planning permission to replace the existing dwelling with a new dwelling Ref P/2022/1091 has been enacted and the planning approval has been activated.

Hill View Edginswell Lane Torquay TQ2 7JF

Variation of conditions in relation to P/2023/0935 (Construction of four-bed, two storey dwelling with garage.): Condition P1 - (Approved plans) & 01 - (Materials) . Variation sought: amendments due to technical engineering constraints, necessary value engineering and reduction of scale of building. Change from natural timber cladding to cementitious weather boarding.

91 Padacre Road Torquay TQ2 8QQ

Prior Approval application to change salon to a domestic garage associated to a residential dwelling.

Lower Lodge Cockington Lane Torquay TQ2 6XA

Conversion of garage to habitable room & replacement gates.

Norcliffe Hotel 7 Babbacombe Downs Road Torquay TQ1 3LF

Alterations to roof profile with removal of flat roofs over villa. Re-configuration of loft space to create bedrooms, with various alterations to first floor, including improvement of room layouts and addition of balcony amenity space. Alterations to ground floor restaurant, including extension to front, with bi-fold terrace doors.

Ground Floor Flat 5 Abbey Mews Greenway Road Torquay TQ1 4NJ

Conversion of two one-bedroom flats to single dwelling (retrospective). [Revised site location plan rec'd 05/06/2026]

Land To Rear Of 1A St James Road Torquay TQ1 4AZ

Demolition of buildings and development of one new dwelling.

46 Luscombe Close Paignton Torbay TQ3 3GQ

T1 Oak The existing crown spread is approximately 22m, with a maximum radial spread of 11m, we seek to reduce the radial spread on the east side over the garden of 50 Luscombe Close, by up to 1.5m with maximum pruning cuts of no more than 50mm, using reducing via thinning style of prunning, this will reduce the crown diameter by up to 1.5m in total, the radial spread on the east side of the garden of 50 luscombe close by 1.5m. Please see attached page 14 from QTRA from east Devon tree care The existing crown spread is approximately 22m, with a maximum radial spread of 11m, we seek to reduce the radial spread on the east side over the garden of 50 Luscombe Close, by up to 1.5m with maximum pruning cuts of no more than 50mm, using reducing via thinning style of prunning, this will reduce the crown diameter by up to 1.5m in total, the radial spread on the east side of the garden of 50 luscombe close by 1.5m.

Wellswood Manor Lower Warberry Road Torquay TQ1 1QS

Installation of fixed line broadband electronic communications apparatus (mast).

175 Lymington Road Torquay TQ1 4BA

Certificate of Lawful Development for existing use: establish use of house as HMO for six residents.

Higher Alston Farm Alston Lane Brixham TQ5 0HT

Installation of 9no. photovoltaic (PV) solar panels inset into the south-east facing roof slope.

Norbreck Guest House 35 New Street Paignton TQ3 3HL

Change of use from guest house to four self contained apartments.

Oldway Mansion Oldway Road Paignton TQ3 2TD

Deconstruction of roof to the West Tower to enable stabilisation works. Reinstatement and restoration works including new structural elements and dormers.

Kiosk Rear Of 37 Hyde Road Paignton TQ4 5BP

Change of use from food kiosk (Use Class E(b)) to office (Use Class E(g)(i)) including alterations to fenestration.

Springvale Brixham Road Paignton TQ4 7BD

Enlarge existing entrance porch/lobby, changes to fenestration. (Retrospective)

2 Churston Close Brixham TQ5 0LP

Garden building to the rear (SE), removal of garage door and changes to fenestration , installation of external lift and carport to front (NW), New roof light to rear (SE).

Cary Park Tennis Club Cary Avenue Torquay TQ1 3NQ

Erection of 3 x 6.7m lighting stanchions. Provision of 6 x LED luminaires to court 4 & provision of 1 x courtesy luminaire to court 5.

Land To The North Of Totnes Road, Collaton St Mary Paignton

Non-Material Amendment to application P/2022/1357: Variation/Removal of Conditions relating to application P/2021/1180 (Reserved Matters for 73 dwellings). Variation of Condition 9 (Amend to materials as previously submitted), Removal of Conditions 11 (Permitted Development), 12 (Highway Standards), 13 (Adoptable Streets) and 14 (Road Management/Maintenance). Amendment sought: Change material of previously approved vertical tile hanging plots from charcoal concrete to natural slate.

Peoples Parkfield Cic Parkfield House 38 Esplanade Road Paignton TQ3 2NH

T1 Elm - Photos of tree, Limb removal only. Branches and/or limbs to be removed directly affecting adjacent property, as identified within picture. T2 Holm Oak tree, Crown lift to 4m over front driveway into property T3 Holm Oak tree, Removal of deadwood and damaged limb identified within attached photo. (Deadwood exempt) G1 Mixed species hedge group - Photos of trees/hedge to be crown lift 5.2m to provide highways clearance and clearance of street furniture.

Football Ground Haycock Lane Brixham TQ5 9UE

Formation of a single storey flat roof extension to northwest elevation of the existing sports pavilion to provide changing rooms & toilet facilities and formation of canopy to the south of the existing football field.

Land North Of Long Road Paignton

Construction of 1,997sqm retail unit (class E(a)), 186sqm coffee shop / restaurant (flexible Class E(b) and/or sui generis), with 136 space car park to include 10 bay EV charging facility, new service and emergency access road, landscaping and associated works.

Melba House 62 Bampfylde Road Torquay TQ2 5AY

Change of use from guest house (C1) to one residential dwelling (C3).

17 Collingwood Close Torquay TQ1 2DN

Erection of single storey timber summerhouse.

20 Gillard Road Brixham TQ5 9EG

Construction of single storey extension to rear.

51 - 52 Fleet Street Torquay TQ2 5DW

Installation of non-illuminated signs; 2 x fascia signs & 1 projecting sign. (See accompanying PA P/2025/0774)

21 Leyburn Grove Paignton TQ4 5JH

Extension to balcony to rear.

51 - 52 Fleet Street Torquay TQ2 5DW

Installation of 2 x A/C condensers at rear. (See accompanying AD P/2025/0775)

Dell Cottage Brixham Road Paignton TQ4 7BH

Alterations and extensions to form two storey extension to include dormers on NE, SE, & NW elevations and construction of garage.

Pavement Opp. 9 Strand Torquay TQ1 2AA

2 x digital 75" illuminated LCD display screens, one each side of Street Hub unit. (See accompanying R4 P/2025/0770).

Pavement Opp. 9 Strand Torquay TQ1 2AA

Installation of 1x BT Street Hub and the removal of associated BT phone kiosk. (See accompanying AD P/2025/0771)

Priory Cottages Beach Road Paignton TQ4 6AY

Establish use of five cottages for permanent and continuous residential use [Revised site location plan received 6/5/2026]

17 Manor Vale Road Brixham TQ5 0PA

Certificate of Lawfulness for Proposed: Formation of single storey extension to south east elevation, flat roof dormer to south east elevation, removal of existing chimney, 2no. rooflights to north west elevation.

Flat 16 Seaway Court Seaway Lane Torquay TQ2 6RJ

Replacement of 2 balcony patio doors with bi-fold doors.

St Edmunds Hotel 25 Sands Road Paignton TQ4 6EG

Change of use from guest house to dwelling.

22A Thatcher Avenue Torquay TQ1 2PD

T2 - The proposal is to crown reduce the cypress by 1.5m in height and 1.5m lateral width.

Lincombe Hall Hotel Lower Woodfield Road Torquay TQ1 2JX

T2: Sycamore: Fell to ground level. A Sycamore (Acer pseudoplatanus) located just outside my boundary on the neighbour's land is proposed for removal with the neighbour's agreement. Although the tree is not on my property, it is causing significant and ongoing issues that directly affect my home, including: Substantial loss of natural light Heavy seasonal leaf fall leading to repeated maintenance and blocked gutters General nuisance and encroachment due to its size and position The neighbour has acknowledged these impacts and agrees that the tree is unsuitable for its current location. Its removal is therefore a practical management decision to resolve persistent issues affecting my property, rather than a proposal made for reasons of altering the wider landscape or greenbelt character. Replacement planting can be provided where required, using appropriate species that will maintain local amenity without causing future conflicts.

Living Coasts Beacon Quay Torquay TQ1 2BG

Installation of four windows to west elevation.

9 Links Close Brixham TQ5 0JF

Variation of condition in relation to P/2022/0468 (Extension and renovation of dwelling. Replacement of attached garage with new detached garage, with annex space above.): Condition P1 - (Approved plans). Variation sought: Detached Garage - i) redesign of internal layout, ii) new window openings - a) additional of rooflight to NE elevation (opaque glass with max 15cm opening -780 x 980 Velux Rooflight : ), b) two triangle shaped windows to NW elevation - first floor level (fixed closed) and c) window to NW elevation - ground floor. iii) removal of window to SE elevation iv) change of position of entrance door on ground floor.

7 Haywain Close Torquay TQ2 7SG

Alterations to include excavation works of 1.1m for conversion of basement and formation of patio, with installation of two patio doors. Relocation of main entrance and installation of steps.

Stagecoach Devon Ltd Regent Close Torquay TQ2 7AN

Installation of X 2 duplex office cabins.

Marina Court Warren Road Torquay TQ2 5TN

Specification of Works T1 & T2 2x Holm Oaks (Lower Trees) ? Reduce the height of each tree by approximately 2.0m, retaining a final height of approximately 6.0m. ? Reduce the radial crown spread by approximately 1.50m, retaining a final spread of approximately 5.50m at all compass points. ? Works will retain the tree?s natural framework, preserving the aesthetic value of the trees within the local landscape. ? Pruning wounds will not exceed 40mm in diameter. T3 ? 1x Holm Oak (Upper Tree) ? Reduce the height of the tree by approximately 1.5m, retaining a final height of approximately 6.0m. ? Reduce the radial crown spread by approximately 1.5m, retaining a final spread of approximately 5.0m at all compass points. ? All pruning cuts will be made at suitable growth points in accordance with BS3998:2010. ? Individual wounds will not exceed 40mm in diameter. Justification for Proposed Works The proposed pruning works are intended to maintain the trees in a safe and healthy condition. The Holm Oaks are beginning to exert dominance over the terrace area, resulting in reduced light levels to the garden spaces. Due to the characteristics of Hom Oak, producing vigorous growth, proactive cyclical maintenance will help retain the trees as valuable amenity features whilst preventing the need for more severe intervention in the future. The works are considered proportionate and in line with good arboricultural practice, seeking only to reduce excessive extension growth and restore suitable proportions to the crown. The trees will retain their natural form and main structural framework, with crown density and vitality maintained. All pruning operations will follow the principles set out in BS3998:2010 Tree Work ? Recommendations, ensuring that: ? The overall habit/form of the trees is preserved. ? A high proportion of the foliage-bearing structure is retained. ? Individual pruning wounds will not exceed 40mm in diameter. ? Cuts will be made to suitable growth points to encourage

48 Seymour Drive Torquay TQ2 8PY

Beech (T1) within the G6 fell because the tree shows multiple structural and physiological defects that threaten its safe presence in the landscape. A significant longitudinal cavity runs through the lower stem, indicating advanced internal decay. The lack of key skeletal components further weakens the tree's structural integrity. Deterioration of bark and sapwood is visible, with exposed areas failing to effectively compartmentalise or produce adaptive growth, suggesting a reduced capacity for recovery. These defects collectively pose a predictable risk of structural failure, endangering nearby property and public safety. Due to the extent of decay and compromised structure, remedial pruning is not feasible. Felling is recommended as a necessary risk mitigation measure. Pine (T6) shows a decline in vitality across the entire crown, evidenced by sparse foliage, reduced shoot growth, and poor needle retention. When directly compared with a neighbouring pine of the same species and similar age, T6 exhibits noticeably lower crown density and overall vigour, indicating a progressive decline. No signs of acute pathogen or pest activity were observed, suggesting the deterioration is likely due to age-related senescence or site-specific stress factors. Considering the extent of physiological decline and the tree?s diminished capacity for recovery, retention is not deemed viable. Felling is recommended to reduce future risk and preserve the visual and ecological character of the group.

Silverdale Meadow Road Torquay TQ2 6PR

Mature lime tree adjacent to shared driveway, overhanging neighbouring property line. After carrying out a basic ground inspection whilst carrying out other work at the property, we decided to conduct a climbing inspection to assess the condition of historical pollard points at approximately 8m from ground level due to poor visibility from the ground. Upon climbing the tree we inspected the main unions at each historic pollard point and as suspected from ground level, there were multiple areas of concern with included unions, pockets of dirt collecting within the unions and branches beginning to fail within the upper crown of the tree. The tree is situated close to a hilltop and can be exposed to strong winds. Due to the location of the tree there is a likelihood of serious damage or potential injury should any of the main unions fail in strong winds. I feel the tree is long overdue attention given the species and evidence of previous pruning. For the reasons outlined above I?m requesting a pollard at 8m (approx), to the previous pollard points, whilst retaining some of the lower secondary limbs, pollarded away from the stem, to give the tree some shape whilst it recovers from the pollard, and gives us anchor points for roped access for any future pruning.

Unit 12 - 12A Torbay Trading Estate New Road Brixham TQ5 8NF

Redevelopment of the former Jewson site consisting of demolition of existing commercial building and construction of four and five storey residential building comprising 23no. two-bedroom flats.