A prominent Manchester City star has found himself in a heated row with his affluent neighbours over plans to significantly expand his multi-million-pound Cheshire mansion, the Daily Mail can reveal.
The footballer, whose identity remains protected in planning documents, has submitted proposals to Stockport Council for a colossal two-storey side and rear extension, complete with a new gym, games room, and a sprawling terrace at his property in the exclusive Bramhall area.
However, the ambitious project has been met with fierce opposition from nearby residents. They have launched a campaign against the plans, labelling the proposed structure a "monstrous" and "overbearing" overdevelopment that would invade their privacy and be completely out of character with the prestigious neighbourhood.
One direct neighbour submitted a formal objection, stating the extension would be "disproportionate and excessive in size," creating a "terracing effect" that overlooks their garden and pool area. They expressed fears that the project sets a "dangerous precedent" for the area, known for its grand, detached homes.
The sheer scale of the application has caused significant alarm. Plans detail the erection of a two-metre-high perimeter fence, further fueling concerns about the property becoming a fortified compound.
Despite the backlash, the player's planning consultants argue the design is sympathetic to the existing home and its surroundings. They assert that the development has been carefully considered to ensure it does not result in a loss of privacy or have an adverse visual impact on the neighbouring properties.
Stockport Council's planning department is now tasked with ruling on the contentious application, pitting the desires of a Premier League icon against the concerns of his wealthy local community.
