The actor’s £2 million mansion is in danger of being targeted by thieves as a result of the ruling, according to his architects. 

McGregor wanted to replace the ageing lead roof for more modern material, and the architect behind the plans urged that the change was justified given the risk of theft, The Times reports.  

Documents submitted by the agent David Bell Architects said: “The building is at high risk due to the value of lead.”

The agent said the planned replacement material, Sarnafil, “has no resale value, making it a non-target for thieves. The existing lead roof is beyond repair, suffering from fatigue cracking, splits and failed flashings. Patch repairs are no longer viable and have led to water ingress, threatening the historic fabric below.”

Perth and Kinross Council however, rejected the plans, stating that they would not preserve the “fine detail character and special architectural interest” of the C-listed building.

The council said the change would be contrary to the local development plan through the use of “non-traditional methods and materials”.