Stella McCartney's clifftop 'forever home' gets planning consent
Summary
Councillors approved Stella McCartney and Alasdhair Willis's plan to build a home on a clifftop in the Scottish Highlands. The project faced over 65 objections related to its size and environmental impact but includes design elements like a stone and turfed roof to minimize visibility. The house will be powered by renewable energy and is intended as a permanent family residence.Key Facts
- Councillors approved Stella McCartney and Alasdhair Willis's plan for a clifftop home.
- The home will be built on Loch Ailort in the Scottish Highlands.
- The plan faced over 65 objections due to concerns about size and environmental impacts.
- The design includes stone walls and a turfed roof to blend with the surroundings.
- The house will use renewable energy for power.
- The site was previously started by another owner but was abandoned.
- The couple intends to preserve existing pine trees on the site.
- A licence is required due to the presence of otters in the area.
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