Paignton Picture House 2 Queen's Park Road Paignton TQ4 6AH Data via plota.co.uk
Proposal
Mechanical, electrical, and plumbing services to enable the function of the cinema as per LBC , and builders work openings for the running of these services. Alterations to existing walls due to poor condition and fire and acoustic constraints. Data via plota.co.uk
Application progress
This application is under consideration - no decision has been issued yet. Plota predicts a decision by 30 Sept 2026, from Torbay's recent commercial premises. The consultation period closed on 13 Aug 2026.
Associated applications 2
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- Listed buildingMechanical, electrical, and plumbing services to enable the function of the cinema as per LBC…This applicationP/2026/0413
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Decision outlook
Day 62 of the 56-day target. Torbay usually decides commercial premises by day 67.
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Public comments
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48 neighbours consulted · Last counted 9 Sept 2026
Consultation & key dates
- Alt. reference
- PP-14995288
- Comments by
- 13 Aug 2026
- Site or press notice
- 23 Jul 2026
- Env. assessment
- No
Historical activity at this location
25 nearby applications on record - archival context, not part of the live application.
Nearby activity
Torbay is one of the slowest councils in England for householder decisions, ranking #276 out of 296. 54% of applications have the time limit extended, above the 41% national average. Householder applications are slightly more likely to be approved here (90%) than the national average (90%).
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Council archive
Paignton Picture House 2 Torbay Road Paignton TQ4 6AF
Removal of hipped roof to south end of auditorium and addition of gable roof to match adjacent roofing and alterations to form a plant room. New air source heat pump added to foyer block roof. Previously approved three storey extension to rear face of foyer for lift and stairs. New external ramps and steps for accessible entrance. Demolition of existing ancillary spaces to south end of auditorium. Enlarged plant room. Addition of solar panels to roof. Addition of external insulation, render to auditorium walls…
- Received
- 22 Dec 2023
- Decided
- 26 Mar 2024
- Outcome
- Approved
- Type
- Heritage