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Travis Kelce may have found a few unexpected allies in the growing dispute over his $5.35 million Ohio mansion. They even contacted other residents ahead of the November 10 Architectural Review Board meeting to encourage a welcoming atmosphere. Bratenahl has around 1,200 residents, making the disagreement particularly noticeable in the small lakeside community. She reportedly received a $75,000 estimate to protect the pipe.
Because of their roots, neighbor Katherine Bolton has warned that planting evergreen trees nearby could create serious problems.
However, a resident who lives minutes from the property told Page Six that the negative reaction does not represent the entire village. I think it’s great,” a neighbor who lives minutes from the property told Page Six exclusively. “We don’t want them to feel unwelcome,” they explained, adding that “the rest of the neighborhood will absolutely be supportive.
not everyone in the lakeside community shares their concerns While some Bratenahl residents have raised objections to the property’s renovation and landscaping plans. One local homeowner has now spoken out in support of the Kansas City Chiefs star and his famous partner, pushing back against claims that the couple faces widespread opposition. With another community meeting approaching, the latest comments offer a different picture of the neighborhood tensions surrounding their new home. The debate surrounding Kelce’s Bratenahl property has attracted considerable attention, particularly over plans for a six-foot black aluminium privacy fence and changes to the surrounding landscape. “I think they’re excited. “I don’t think people are angry. The resident believes most of the objections come from homeowners living directly beside the property rather than the wider community. “I think it’s just the neighbors on either side who object. I don’t know why they object — they’ve done a really nice job fixing up the house. The neighbor also wants Kelce and Taylor Swift to feel comfortable in their new surroundings. Everyone else has been excited. Despite the support, several homeowners remain concerned about the proposed changes. Their objections include the removal of trees and shrubs, the potential impact of the fence on local deer and landscaping work near existing infrastructure. One major concern involves a century-old shared sewer line. Kelce and Swift’s planner, Jacob Kutz of Tiny Construction, has defended the plans, explaining that the couple wants privacy and security following one of the largest property sales in Cuyahoga County. Join conversation Share your thoughts in the comments Be respectful · TOI community guidelines The original proposal included an eight-foot fence, but the plans were later reduced to six feet, with the structure stopping short of Lake Erie. The couple have not attended the previous community meetings in person, instead relying on representatives to present their plans. For now, the disagreement remains unresolved. However, the latest support from a local resident suggests that the couple may have more welcoming neighbors than the controversy initially indicated. Get the latest Sports News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.