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Daily Record
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Ewan McGregor's roof repair plan for his Perthshire home rejected
His architects had told planners that the cracked lead roof is beyond repair and has caused 'water ingress'. Hollywood star Ewan McGregor's bid to fix the leaky roof of his listed £2.35m Perthshire mansion has been rejected by PKC. The local authority said in its decision that approval was contrary to planning and development policies. The 54-year-old Trainspotting actor bought the C-listed Glencarse House near Perth two years ago. He has already received permission for multiple upgrades at the home, set in more than 18 acres of Carse of Gowrie land and gardens. The villa was originally an Adam design dating to 1790, with alterations carried out in the late 1800s and 1920s. The latest application involved replacing a 'defective' lead roof with single-ply membrane Sarnafil and replacing existing skylights with double glazed units. His architects had told planners that the cracked lead roof is beyond repair and has caused 'water ingress'. But in a written decision PKC stated: '...The proposed replacement roof structure, single-ply membrane and PVC battens, and lantern rooflight 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 plans were contrary to Local Development Plan policy 'which favours retention and sympathetic restoration, as the proposed replacement roof structure' and the proposed 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.' A heritage officer's submission pointed out that 'a lead roof can last up to 200 years if it is installed and maintained correctly. 'Lead is also an infinitely recyclable material, making it a more environmentally sustainable choice relative to synthetic oil-based materials.' It was further stated: 'Potential theft is mentioned as a further reason to support the loss of the lead roof covering. 'Given the extensive CCTV coverage on site, Glencarse is unlikely to be vulnerable to lead theft. There is no evidence that the roof has been subject to theft in the past. No structural evidence has been provided demonstrating that the existing roof structure cannot take the weight of a lead roof, as suggested by the supporting statement. If this was the case, the roof structure could be upgraded under the guidance of a structural engineer.'
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 blocked from replacing roof on Scottish mansion
Ewan McGregor 's application to replace the roof of his £2 million Scottish mansion has been refused by Perth and Kinross Council. Architects stated the existing lead roof was "beyond repair" due to fatigue cracking and splits, and was also at risk of theft. The actor's representatives proposed replacing the lead with a single-ply membrane Sarnafil roof, as patch repairs were no longer viable. The council denied the application, asserting that the proposed non-traditional methods and materials would not preserve the grade C-listed building's character and special architectural interest. McGregor bought the 1789-built, ten-bedroom villa in 2023 and had previously received permission for other renovations, including a new garage and master bedroom. Ewan McGregor's bid to fix roof on £2 million Scottish mansion refused
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."
Scottish Sun
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Hollywood superstar at war with Scots council after they REJECT plans to renovate £2million mansion
He has had several victories over the home JEDI FIGHT Hollywood superstar at war with Scots council after they REJECT plans to renovate £2million mansion EWAN McGregor has been refused permission to replace a damaged lead roof at his luxury £2m mansion. The Star Wars actor, 54, wanted to carry out work on the roof at his Carse of Gowrie retreat in Perthshire and applied to his local council for permission. 4 Ewan McGregor had his house plans rejected Credit: PA 4 The Trainspotting star bought the Perthshire home in 2023 Credit: Getty 4 The star wanted to to renovate his £2million mansion Credit: The Mega Agency Documents submitted by his architect showed plans to replace the lead roof with the single-ply membrane Sarnafil. The architects said the work on the lead roof was necessary because the property was at 'high risk' of being targeted by thieves. But the plans have been thrown out by Perth and Kinross Council who ruled the proposals would not preserve the 'fine detail character and special architectural interest' of the C-listed building. A planning report recommended the plans be rejected. Documents submitted by David Bell Architect said: "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.. making replacement with like-for-like materials unsustainable from a security perspective. "The building is at high risk due to the value of lead. Sarnafil has no resale value, making it a non-target for thieves." Refusing him permission, the council said: "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." They added that it would be contrary to the local development plan by 'virtue of re-profiling the roof' and the use of 'non-traditional methods and materials'. Property records show the Trainspotting star bought the Perthshire home in 2023 for £2.35million after it had been on the market for offers over £2.15million. James Bond villain and huge film star shocks staff as he buys Thai street food in Leeds - would you have recognised him? It comes with a gate lodge and a courtyard of outbuildings and has more than 15,000 sq ft of living space on three floors. It also features a two-bedroom flat, stores and a wine cellar on the lower ground floor. Since buying the home, he has been given permission to erect a replacement garage and to create a new master bedroom and bathroom suite. McGregor also won a fight to repair 'yellowing' and 'water-damage' to the mansion. In December he was given the green light to renovate a lodge on the grounds of the estate. McGregor, who shot to fame as Obi-Wan Kenobi in Star Wars, is spending extended periods at his property near his hometown of Crieff, Perthshire, which is set in more than 18 acres of land and gardens. 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."
