A nightclub boss has won permission to expand his Gleneagles home, despite complaints from neighbours.
John Bryden, who runs a string of establishments across Tayside, came up against opposition when he tabled plans to develop his property at the prestigious Glamis Court estate, in the grounds of the Gleneagles Hotel.
The proposal was first raised more than seven years ago and was originally rejected by Perth and Kinross Council. Planning permission was granted following an appeal, but expired last year.
A second bid was made by Mr Bryden and his neighbour Gregor Fraser to renew that permission.
The move was again thwarted by council officers after complaints from residents.
Now the Scottish Government has overturned the decision following another appeal.
Iain Urquhart, reporter at the Department for Planning and Environmental Appeals, said: “I consider that this proposal would not look out of place, but would simply add to the already varied building heights and roofscapes in the area.
“The type and colour of external materials to be used on the proposal would enhance its appearance.”
He added: “I am content that there is sufficient separation between the appeal properties and other properties that overlooking and privacy would not be an issue.”
The Dunbar and Glamis Court Residents Association had objected to the renewal bid.
A spokesman said: “It is considered that by altering such a prominent feature as the height of a roof, the character of the building would be significantly damaged to the detriment of all the other residents in the court and would consequently set an unwelcome precedent for other similar developments.”
Mr Bryden could not be contacted for comment.