Jonathan Ross Opposes New Housing Development in Dorset

Jonathan Ross has voiced strong objections to plans for 93 new homes next to his £2 million farmhouse in Dorset, arguing that the development will lead to a 'distressing loss of privacy' as the new houses would overlook the bedrooms of his 16th-century property. Ross and his wife have resided at the Grade II listed Cauldron Barn Farm since 2005, valuing its tranquility away from celebrity life. The proposed housing project involves converting a closed school into a mix of apartments and homes, which Ross fears will disrupt the local community and exacerbate traffic and amenity issues. The average property price in the area is £440,000, raising concerns about affordability and the impact on local residents. The new Labour government aims to facilitate rural development to meet housing targets, further complicating matters for Ross and others in the community. In his formal objections to the Dorset council, Ross emphasized the potential stress and negative effects on local life that such a large-scale development could bring.