Tree work planning approval in Torbay
Based on decisions in the last 5 years, as of 22 Jun 2026.
Of 219 tree work planning applications decided by Torbay in the last 5 years, 75% were approved. This is the council's track record for this kind of work. It is a useful gauge before you apply, not a guarantee for any one application.
Other work in Torbay
- Extension : 86% approved (266 decided)
- Roof / fenestration : 88% approved (88 decided)
- Loft conversion : 84% approved (85 decided)
- Change of use : 86% approved (73 decided)
- Demolition : 84% approved (68 decided)
- Rear extension : 91% approved (67 decided)
- Balcony / roof terrace : 88% approved (64 decided)
- Side extension : 81% approved (52 decided)
Method
Approval rate = approved ÷ (approved + refused) over the public planning decisions we hold for Torbay, matched to a type of work from the application description. We lead with the last few years so the figure reflects how Torbay decides today, with the longer record as context. A rate is only shown once there are enough decided applications for it to be reliable. We publish aggregate figures only, never an individual application or applicant name. Read the full method and limits.