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STV News
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- STV News
Ewan McGregor denied permission to fix roof of £2m mansion by council
Scottish actor Ewan McGregor has been denied permission to fix the roof of his £2m mansion in Perth and Kinross. The Star Wars and Trainspotting star applied to the council to replace the lead roof of the 18th-century house with a single-ply membrane Sarnafil one. David Bell Architects said the existing lead roof is 'beyond repair' having suffered from fatigue cracking, splits, and failed flashings. They also argued: 'The building is at high risk due to the value of lead. Sarnafil has no resale value, making it a non-target for thieves and enhancing building security.' However, Perth and Kinross Council rejected the plans, ruling aspects of the repair would not preserve the 'fine detail character and special architectural interest' of the building. The council argued the redevelopment plan would require the use of 'non-traditional methods and materials'. They said in the report: 'The proposed replacement roof structure, single-ply membrane and PVC battens, and lantern roof light features would not preserve the listed building's fine detail character and special architectural interest and would not be an appropriate solution or approach in protecting and enhancing the existing roof form and materiality.' The 54-year-old actor bought the home in 2023 for £2.35m after it was placed on the market for offers over £2.15m. The building dates from 1789 and is set across more than 18 acres of land. It has a two-bedroom gate lodge, outbuildings, game larder and a tennis court. McGregor had previously been given permission for a replacement garage and a new master bedroom and bathroom suite. The actor also won a fight to repair 'yellowing' and 'water damage' to the mansion. Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
Yahoo
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Ewan McGregor's bid to fix roof on £2 million Scottish mansion refused
Ewan McGregor's bid to fix the roof on his £2 million Scottish mansion has been refused by the council. The Hollywood actor, 54, applied to replace the roof of his retreat in Scotland, after architects said it was 'beyond repair'. In the application submitted to Perth and Kinross Council, the Trainspotting star's representatives asked to replace the lead roof with a single-ply membrane Sarnafil one. Architects said this was because 'patch repairs are no longer viable' on the current material and the valuable lead was at risk of theft. 'The existing lead roof is beyond repair, suffering from fatigue cracking, splits, and failed flashings,' the application submitted by David Bell Architects reads. 'Patch repairs are no longer viable and have led to water ingress, threatening the historic fabric below. 'Lead theft may also be a recurring issue, particularly on remote or vulnerable buildings such as this, making replacement with like-for-like materials unsustainable from a security perspective.' But the council has denied the application, saying it would not 'preserve the fine detail character and special architectural interest' of the building. The judgement read: 'Approval would be contrary to the Perth and Kinross Local Development Plan 2 Policy 27A, which favours retention and sympathetic restoration, as the proposed replacement roof structure, single ply membrane and PVC battens, and lantern rooflight features would adversely affect the listed building's character and special architectural interest, by virtue of reprofiling the roof, the use of non-traditional methods and materials.' Mr McGregor bought the grade C-listed building near where he was born in 2023, according to reports. The ten-bedroom villa was built in 1789 with 15,000 square foot of living space over three floors, according to the estate agent that sold it. It also features a billiard room and a wine cellar amid its 18 acres of land and gardens. Mr McGregor had previously been granted permission to build a replacement garage and a new master bedroom and bathroom. He had also been given the green light to repair 'yellowing' and 'water damage' to the home. He opened up about his move back to Scotland in an interview last year with Architectural Digest. He said: 'I definitely started to feel this pull home. I never saw it coming, it's weird. 'I think whoever made the world started with Scotland and got it right.' The Star Wars actor is currently on the London stage for the first time in 17 years, starring in My Master Builder.
The Independent
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Ewan McGregor's bid to fix roof on £2 million Scottish mansion refused
Ewan McGregor 's bid to fix the roof on his £2 million Scottish mansion has been refused by the council. The Hollywood actor, 54, applied to replace the roof of his retreat in Scotland, after architects said it was 'beyond repair'. In the application submitted to Perth and Kinross Council, the Trainspotting star's representatives asked to replace the lead roof with a single-ply membrane Sarnafil one. Architects said this was because 'patch repairs are no longer viable' on the current material and the valuable lead was at risk of theft. 'The existing lead roof is beyond repair, suffering from fatigue cracking, splits, and failed flashings,' the application submitted by David Bell Architects reads. 'Patch repairs are no longer viable and have led to water ingress, threatening the historic fabric below. 'Lead theft may also be a recurring issue, particularly on remote or vulnerable buildings such as this, making replacement with like-for-like materials unsustainable from a security perspective.' But the council has denied the application, saying it would not 'preserve the fine detail character and special architectural interest' of the building. The judgement read: 'Approval would be contrary to the Perth and Kinross Local Development Plan 2 Policy 27A, which favours retention and sympathetic restoration, as the proposed replacement roof structure, single ply membrane and PVC battens, and lantern rooflight features would adversely affect the listed building's character and special architectural interest, by virtue of reprofiling the roof, the use of non-traditional methods and materials.' Mr McGregor bought the grade C-listed building near where he was born in 2023, according to reports. The ten-bedroom villa was built in 1789 with 15,000 square foot of living space over three floors, according to the estate agent that sold it. It also features a billiard room and a wine cellar amid its 18 acres of land and gardens. Mr McGregor had previously been granted permission to build a replacement garage and a new master bedroom and bathroom. He had also been given the green light to repair 'yellowing' and 'water damage' to the home. He opened up about his move back to Scotland in an interview last year with Architectural Digest. He said: 'I definitely started to feel this pull home. I never saw it coming, it's weird. 'I think whoever made the world started with Scotland and got it right.' The Star Wars actor is currently on the London stage for the first time in 17 years, starring in My Master Builder.
The National
10-07-2025
- Business
- The National
Ewan McGregor's £2 million mansion renovation plans rejected
The Trainspotting and Star Wars star had applied for permission from the local authority to carry out work on the roof at his Carse of Gowrie home. Documents submitted by his architect, David Bell Architects, to the Perth and Kinross Council showed plans to replace the lead roof with the single-ply membrane Sarnafil. An agent for David Bell Architects argued that the proposed changes to the 18th-century house were justified, given the high risk of theft. READ MORE: Major update on Glasgow Subway strikes during TRNSMT this weekend The document read: 'The building is at high risk due to the value of lead.' The agent said that the planned replacement material, Sarnafil, 'has no resale value, making it a non-target for thieves'. They added that the existing lead roof is 'beyond repair' and has suffered from fatigue cracking, splits, and failed flashings. In the document, the agent also said that patch repairs are no longer viable and have led to water ingress, threatening the historic fabric below. 'The existing lead roof is beyond repair, suffering from fatigue cracking, splits and failed flashings,' the agent said. 'Patch repairs are no longer viable and have led to water ingress, threatening the historic fabric below. 'Lead theft may also be a recurring issue, particularly on remote or vulnerable buildings such as this, making replacement with like-for-like materials unsustainable from a security perspective.' (Image: Jordan Strauss) Perth and Kinross council rejected the plans, ruling they would not preserve the 'fine detail character and special architectural interest' of the C-listed building. It said the move would be contrary to the local development plan through the use of 'non-traditional methods and materials'. Property records show that McGregor bought his home in 2023 for £2.35m after it had been on the market for offers over £2.15m. The Carse of Gowrie home comes with a gate lodge, a courtyard of outbuildings and has more than 15,000 sq ft of living space across three floors. It also features a two-bedroom flat, stores, and a wine cellar on the lower ground floor. Since buying the home, McGregor has been given permission to erect a replacement garage along with creating a new master bedroom and bathroom suite. The film star also won a fight with the local authority to repair 'yellowing' and 'water damage' to the mansion. In December, McGregor was given the green light to renovate a lodge on the grounds of the estate. Last year, McGregor said in an interview that he wanted to move back to Scotland at some point in the future. He said: "I definitely started to feel this pull home. I never saw it coming, it's weird. "I think whoever made the world started with Scotland and got it right."
Times
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Times
Ewan McGregor denied permission to fix mansion roof
Ewan McGregor's £2 million mansion is in danger of being targeted by thieves after he was refused permission to replace its lead roof, his architects have said. The Star Wars actor wanted to swap the ageing lead roof at his retreat in Perth and Kinross for modern material. The architect behind the plans said the change to the 18th-century house was justified given the risk of theft. Documents submitted by the agent David Bell Architects said: 'The building is at high risk due to the value of lead.' The agent said the planned replacement material, Sarnafil, 'has no resale value, making it a non-target for thieves. The existing lead roof is beyond repair, suffering from fatigue cracking, splits and failed flashings. Patch repairs are no longer viable and have led to water ingress, threatening the historic fabric below. 'Lead theft may also be a recurring issue, particularly on remote or vulnerable buildings such as this, making replacement with like-for-like materials unsustainable from a security perspective.' Perth & Kinross council rejected the plans, ruling they would not preserve the 'fine detail character and special architectural interest' of the C-listed building. It said the move would be contrary to the local development plan through the use of 'non-traditional methods and materials'. The Trainspotting star bought the home in 2023 for £2.35 million after it had been on the market for offers over £2.15 million. The building dates from 1789 and when advertised for sale had ten bedrooms in the main house with an option to use a dressing room as an additional bedroom. The mansion has more than 15,000 sq ft of living space on three floors including a billiard room and drawing room. It also features a two-bedroom flat, stores and a wine cellar on the lower ground floor. Set in more than 18 acres of land and gardens, it has a two-bedroom gate lodge and a courtyard of outbuildings, including a game larder and a tennis court. Since buying the home, McGregor has been given permission to erect a replacement garage and to create a new master bedroom and bathroom suite. He also won a fight to repair 'yellowing' and 'water damage' to the mansion. • In December he was given approval to renovate the lodge in the grounds. McGregor, who played Obi-Wan Kenobi in the Star Wars films between 1999 and 2005, is spending extended periods at his property near his hometown of Crieff, Perthshire. In an interview last year, he said: 'I definitely started to feel this pull home. I never saw it coming, it's weird. I think whoever made the world started with Scotland and got it right.'
