Planning Applications — New Build — Torbay

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.

Received 29 Mar 2026

Romaleyn Gardens Dartmouth Road Paignton TQ4 5HN

Justification StatementThis application seeks consent to undertake minor crown lifting and light-touch pruning works to several trees located within a managed residential scheme for elderly occupants. The proposed works are intended to increase natural light levels to nearby properties, communal footpaths, and parking areas, thereby improving visibility, safety, and general amenity for residents. The works are limited, proportionate, and designed to avoid any long-term impact on tree health or amenity value.Tree Work: Recommendations, retaining the trees? natural form and avoiding the creation of large pruning wounds.T1 ? Sycamore - Crown lift on the footpath side by removing secondary and sub-lateral branches only to achieve approximately 3.0 m vertical clearance between ground level and the lowest foliage tipsJustification:To increase daylight to adjacent properties.To improve light and visibility along the footpath used by elderly residents.To provide adequate clearance for safe pedestrian access.Works are minimal and do not involve the removal of primary branches.G4 ? Group of 3x Copper Norway MapleCrown lift by removing secondary and sub-lateral branch growth only to achieve approximately 3.0 m vertical clearance over the footpath and car parking areas.Justification:To allow more natural light into the properties and communal areas.To increase safety by improving visibility for pedestrians and vehicle manoeuvring.To raise the crown uniformly without altering the trees? natural shape.Individual pruning wounds will not exceed 50 mm.T2 ? Western Red CedarCrown lift by removing secondary and sub-lateral branches only to achieve approximately 4.0 m vertical clearance above the footpath.Justification:To improve light levels and reduce shading to nearby dwellings.To ensure safe clearance for pedestrians, mobility scooters, and maintenance access.Pruning wounds will not exceed 40 mm, maintaining natural form.T3 ? BeechCrown lift by removi

Received 18 Mar 2026

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.

Received 16 Feb 2026

Land At Melville Street Torquay TQ2 5SS

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

Received 12 Feb 2026

Land Adj Keepers Cottage Alston Lane Brixham TQ5 0HT

Demolition of existing buildings and construction of 3no. dwellings and detached carport with associated landscaping, infrastructure and works.

Received 29 Jan 2026

Plot 3 Waterside Quarry Waterside Road Paignton TQ4 6EF

Construction of detached dwelling with associated access, parking and landscaping.

Received 28 Jan 2026