Our Neighbor’s Monster Mansion: A Scandal Next Door!

Local residents have harshly criticized a "monstrosity" of a house that is being built and will ruin their spectacular view of an area of moorland known for its natural beauty.

Residents have labeled the choice to permit the new construction in the town of Blackrod, Greater Manchester, as 'insane.'

A number of residents who have resided in the neighborhood for over five decades mentioned that the new house would obstruct their vistas of the picturesque Rivington Pike hilltop located nearby.

However, the construction close to the scenic overlook was endorsed by Bolton Council, even though there was strong local resistance and protests from Blackrod Town Council.

Retired security guard Vincent Walden, aged 88, who has been residing in his home with his spouse Gladys for 65 years, stated, "This idea is crazy."

'We love the view It's up to Rivington Pike from our garden, but this would ruin it. The council's choice to proceed with construction is absurd.

'It's really distressing. It will be terrible once it's constructed.'

Construction workers are presently active at the location, which comprises two formerly distinct parcels acquired by Barry Jackson — he declined to speak about the controversy surrounding it.

Disturbing photos reveal an overwhelmingly big construction project rising disturbingly near to a neighbor's boundary.

At this initial phase, it creates a somber blotch within the otherwise brightly lit area beside the neighboring lot.

However, the planning official handling the submission for the project stated in their documentation that the proposals adhere to the specified constraints regarding structure elevation and distance from neighboring properties.

Ms. Lisa Eatock, Mr. Walden's neighbor who is 52 years old, stated: "This is an insane choice for construction in this area. It will spoil our magnificent vista and seems completely incongruous with the surroundings."

David Anderton, aged 75, stated: "This is an absurd choice, permitting such an eyesore."

We're all upset because it will ruin our vista. This should have never been permitted.

Rivington Pike has consistently attracted many hikers who enjoy its scenic views, which include landmarks such as Blackpool Tower, the Lake District’s Cumbrian Fells, and sometimes even spots on the Isle of Man when the weather cooperates.

The hilltop, which was once home to a beacon and is easily seen from Blackrod—a town only a 20-minute drive distant—now features a historically significant Grade II-listed tower constructed in 1733 as a hunting retreat.

However, the latest construction now jeopardizes the scenic vista for Blackrod residents, according to IT professional Christine Dixon, aged 57, who stated: "A majority of people have raised objections against it."

'The size is simply disproportionate and doesn’t match the surroundings.'

'This will completely spoil the vistas towards the moors for many individuals and will lead to traffic and accessibility issues.'

Her neighbor Joan Calderbank, aged 77, commented, "This is an insane decision to permit such construction. We enjoy a beautiful vista here, but it will now be spoiled."

It's quite a disheartening event to experience.

Student Jess Dobson, aged 28, remarked: "I am stunned by how extensive this project is. It seems more like building another large house rather than an addition. I had envisioned it as merely an extension."

The parking around this area is already poor, and the noise levels will only increase.

Independent Blackrod Town councilor John Price stated: "This is an outrageous ruling. Despite our objections, Bolton Council gave approval to proceed."