Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s plan to build an 8-foot privacy wall at their $5.35 million Ohio estate is headed back before a local review board, and at least one neighbor says the proposal has more support than the backlash suggests.
The Kansas City Chiefs tight end, 36, snapped up the eight-bedroom lakefront mansion in March for $5.35 million.
Since then, Kelce and Swift have reportedly taken steps to keep prying eyes away from the historical residence, including introducing plans to construct an 8-foot wall around the property—which were rejected in September.
Speaking anonymously to Page Six ahead of the board’s next meeting, the neighbor pushed back on the idea that the proposal had angered residents.
“I think they’re excited. I think it’s great. I don’t think people are angry,” the neighbor told the outlet.
The Bratenahl Architectural Review Board previously considered the proposal on Aug. 11 and Sept. 8 and is scheduled to take it up again on Nov. 10.
The proposed wall appears to conflict with local regulations, which state that solid fences and walls—as well as fences with less than 75% openness—cannot exceed 30 inches in height.
According to TMZ, a new proposal has since been submitted, although it remains unclear what changes have been made to the original plans.
The setback came after the couple implemented other stringent security measures at the property.
Page Six previously reported that the residence is equipped with a sophisticated security system capable of issuing verbal warnings to anyone who ventures too close.
“A neighbor approached the house and got a voice warning about not passing onto the property after getting too close to the house,” a nearby resident told the outlet.
Built in 1895, the residence spans more than 21,000 square feet and sits on approximately 3.5 acres along Lake Erie.
The mansion boasts eight bedrooms and 11 bathrooms, as well as multiple fireplaces, a home theater, game room, wine cellar, fitness center, sauna, and heated pool overlooking the lake.
The estate is located near Cleveland and is also close to a private airport, according to the outlet—offering the star athlete a convenient launching point for trips with his wife, 36.
Kelce purchased the dwelling from Figurati Construction Group, which is owned by Gary Pellegrino. The company acquired the property for $1.95 million in 2023.
The home was subsequently listed for $6.99 million in 2024 before its price was reduced to $5.99 million in May 2025. Kelce ultimately secured the estate for $5.35 million.
Located in Bratenahl, OH, the property sits just a few miles from Cleveland Heights, where Kelce grew up alongside his older brother, Jason Kelce.
The tiny village is nestled along the southern shore of Lake Erie and offers a mix of multimillion-dollar estates and more modest residences. Homes currently on the market in the area range in price from roughly $250,000 to $2.4 million, according to Realtor.com® data.
The transaction was represented by David Ayers and Nick Zawitz of The Agency Cleveland.
“We’re thrilled for the new owners and so excited for Cleveland,” Ayers and Zawitz said in a statement.
News of their purchase came just one day after it was confirmed that Kelce and Swift added a fluffy white dog to their family.
He introduced the couple’s adorable white pup to the world while starring in Tommy Hilfiger‘s fall 2026 ad campaign.
The sweet cameo confirmed months of speculation that Kelce and Swift had quietly expanded their family with a Samoyed in 2025.
Just days after Kelce and Swift wed, it was revealed that the pup had become such a key part of their lives that it even played a role in their wedding celebrations.
The “Lover” singer is known to have a very soft spot for her own pets: three cats, named Meredith Grey, Olivia Benson, and Benjamin Button.
It’s not yet known how the felines have responded to the family’s newest member.
However, the dog playing such a key role in Swift and Kelce’s wedding ceremony indicates what a big part of their lives it has become—with a framed photo of the pup taking center stage in one of the few glimpses of the venue leaked since the wedding.
A spokesperson for the couple did later confirm reports that the ceremony was officiated by Adam Sandler, while also sharing details about the couple’s wedding-day looks.
According to the official release, both the bride and groom sported Christian Dior Haute Couture, Christian Louboutin shoes, and Cartier jewelry—and neither had a bridal party. Instead, they relied on their siblings to be by their side during the ceremony.
“Taylor and Travis did not have bridesmaids or groomsmen. Austin Swift served as Taylor’s Man of Honor, Jason Kelce was Travis’ Best Man,” the statement read.
According to People, the singer walked down the aisle to an acoustic version of her hit “Love Story.”
The A-list couple joined a long line of celebrities who have wed in New York City, where Swift has owned property for more than a decade.
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