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13 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Torbay · updated daily · Torbay Council
- Cranleigh Lodge Mortimer Avenue Paignton TQ3 1LRAwaiting decision1x Mature Wellingtonia (Sequoiadendron giganteum) Crown Reduce the height of the tree by approximately 6.0 metres, leaving a final overall height of approximately 20.0 metres. All works shall retain the tree's main framework and natural form, maintaining a high proportion of the foliage-bearing structure. Individual pruning wounds shall not exceed 80 mm in diameter. Crown lift by selectively removing secondary and sub-lateral branches to achieve a vertical clearance of approximately 6.0 m above ground level. 2x Primary Branches (South Eastern Aspect) growing towards the property - Tip prune by removing approximately 1.50 metres from branch tips to bring in-line with the shape of the remaining canopy, leaving at a finished length of approximately 6.50 metres from themain stem. Remove dead branches and stubs left from previous tree pruning operations, where such material exceeds 30 mm in diameter. All final pruning cuts shall be made at suitable growth points in accordance with BS 39982010 Tree Work - Recommendations. Remove all cut material from site and return to a Devon Tree Services Ltd depot for recycling, leaving the work area safe, clean and tidy upon completion. For Justification, please refer to the Tree Condition Safety SurveyReceived 10 Nov 2026AT/2026/0304
- 8 Colin Road Paignton TQ3 2NRAwaiting decisionChange of use from dwelling house (C3) to residential institution (C2) (children's residential home). Retrospective.Received 30 Oct 2026P/2026/0650
- Horizons 16 Marine Parade Paignton TQ3 2NUAwaiting decisionFormation of garage at front with extension to roof terrace. (The proposed development to which the application relates is situated within 10 metres of relevant railway land.)Householder ApplicationReceived 12 Oct 2026P/2026/0642
- Cedar Court 15 - 17 Polsham Park Paignton TQ3 2ADAwaiting decisionRemoval of shed and formation of single-storey outbuilding to use as an office.Received 7 Oct 2026P/2026/0630
- 79 Torquay Road Paignton TQ3 2SEAwaiting decisionChange of use of rear ground-floor retail and storage accommodation to four-person house in multiple occupation comprising three letting rooms, with shared kitchen and sanitary facilities, retention of front retail accommodation, and associated alterations.Planning ApplicationReceived 5 Oct 2026P/2026/0625
Planning in Torbay
- Approved
- 79%
- 63 of 72 decided
- Decision time
- about 13 weeks
- on average
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Torbay in the last 24 months, from Torbay Council's planning register.
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TQ3 153 applications in the last 12 monthsTQ4 128 applications in the last 12 months
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About Torbay
Torbay is a unitary authority and borough in Devon, England, governed by Torbay Council, which is headquartered in Torquay. This coastal area encompasses the towns of Torquay, Paignton, and Brixham, and boasts a population of 139,324 as of 2021. Covering 24.27 square miles along the picturesque Tor Bay, known as the English Riviera, Torbay is renowned for its sandy beaches, mild climate, and a variety of recreational attractions, making it a significant focus for planning applications related to tourism and development.
Property prices in Torbay show an average sale price of £287,180, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Torbay area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.
In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Torbay a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Torbay has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Torbay planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.
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In the last 24 months, 112 planning applications were submitted near Torbay. Of these, 79% were approved, with an average decision time of 89 days.
The most common types were full planning applications (33), tree works (17), amendments (10). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.
5 planning appeals were lodged, of which 4 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (80% success rate).