Simon Cowell wins planning permission for Cotswolds farmhouse alterations

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 14 Nov, 16:31 · Archive

Simon Cowell has been granted planning permission by West Oxfordshire District Council for alterations to his Grade II listed mansion in the Oxfordshire Cotswolds, where he lives with his fiancée Lauren Silverman and their son Eric.

The project involves internal and external alterations to the east wing, including changes to a master bedroom suite, bath and dressing room, connecting lobby, and a music and games room. The plans have been described in reports as a 'party barn' intended as a place to entertain his A-list friends and family.

Cowell's agents said the proposals represent 'a continuation of the process of sensitive adaptation' of the listed building and were developed in response to 'the applicant's changing accommodation requirements'. They stated the works were 'carefully designed to work within the existing building envelope' and do not involve any increase in the building's footprint, height or overall volume. Chris Hargraves, head of planning at West Oxfordshire District Council, granted the permission.

How it is being reported

• Simon Cowell, 60, claims victory after battleSimon Cowell and his fiancée can claim victory after a short planning battle.Oxford Mail · 14 Nov, 16:00
• Simon Cowell, 60, claims victory after battleSimon Cowell and his fiancée can claim victory after a short planning battle.Oxfordshire Guardian · 14 Nov, 16:00

In this story: Simon Cowell · Lauren Silverman · West Oxfordshire District Council · Oxfordshire Cotswolds

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