Planning Application Details - AT/2026/0032
T1 - x1 Holm Oak (Quercus ilex) Proposed works: Re-pollard the tree to approximately 6 metres above ground level, being approximately 3 metres above the previous historic pollard points. The tree is a previously managed pollard which has lapsed, resulting in elongated regrowth with increased end-weight. Re-instating the pollard is appropriate cyclical management. The current canopy contributes to excessive shading and loss of light to the adjacent dwelling and garden areas, negatively affecting residential amenity. Significant leaf debris and organic matter from the canopy is accumulating on the house and garage roofs, leading to persistent damp conditions and the development of algae/green growth, increasing maintenance requirements and risk of roof deterioration. The proposed height retains the tree in a sustainable, manageable form, preserving its long-term health and contribution to local amenity. T2 - x1 Lucombe Oak (Quercus - hispanica -Lucombeana?) Proposed works: Remove epicormic growth from the main stem up to the crown break, to a height of approximately 5.5 metres. Epicormic growth is dense and visually intrusive, detracting from the tree?s natural form and the amenity of the site. Removal will improve light penetration to the property and surrounding areas without affecting the main crown structure. Epicormic shoots can form weakly attached growth; removal improves structural clarity and long-term tree management. The works are minor, selective, and will not adversely affect the tree's overall health or amenity value.
Application Details
- Reference
- AT/2026/0032
- Address
- Rowcroft Avenue Road Torquay TQ2 5LS
- Postcode
- TQ2 5LS
- Local Authority
- Torbay
- Application Type
- Trees
- Scale / Size
- Small
- Status
- Permitted
Applicant & Agent
Agent: Teign Trees
Agent Address: Unit 11, Riverview House Broadmeadow Industrial Estate Teignmouth TQ149AE United Kingdom
Key Dates
- Date Received
- 2026-01-22
- Date Validated
- 2026-01-26
- Date Submitted
- 2026-01-22
- Date Decided
- 2026-03-23
Decision
- Decision
- Approval
- Decided By
- Delegated
- Case Officer
- See source
Additional Information
- Planning Portal ID
- PP-14643515
- Coordinates
- 50.46969, -3.546541